Free Event for the Public: Centennial Celebration of the Douglas World Cruiser's First Flight Around the World
Join us for the historic centennial celebration of the Douglas World Cruiser's First Flight Around the World's return to the Santa Monica Airport.
Discover Santa Monica's Legacy and Inspire the Next Generation. Bring your young explorers to ignite their passion for science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) education through exciting demonstrations and interactive experiences.
Did you know that electric aircraft are already taking off at Santa Monica Airport? Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see, experience, and learn about the electric aircraft revolution taking place. It’s a glimpse into a greener, quieter future—one where aviation is accessible, sustainable, and fun!
Don't miss out on this journey through history and into the future of mobility. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more details. This free event is open to the public —donations are welcome and greatly appreciated! https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/L2TEQZFPZEEDL
Getting Here:
Parking: Thanks to Santa Monica Business Park/BXP, free parking is available. Head south on 28th Street from Ocean Park Blvd and follow the signs to the parking entrance on the east side of 28th Street, just south of 2951 28th St. From there, it’s a short walk south to the event entrance gates, just west of the 2772 Donald Douglas Loop North building. Look for signs to guide you!
Alternative Transportation: We encourage you to walk, bike, use public transit, scooters, ride shares, or even a Waymo! Use Veo promo code Douglas24 to get $5 off scooter rides to Douglas Day.
Special Experience: Fly Joby’s Electric Air Taxi
Don’t miss your chance to step into the cockpit of Joby’s electric air taxi. Pre-book your flight experience and feel what it’s like to pilot an air taxi—from takeoff to landing. Walk-up appointments will also be available on a first-come, first-served basis, but they will fill up fast!
Event Highlights:
10:30 AM – The BeatBuds interactive kids band
11:30 AM – Welcome from Mayor Phil Brock, followed by historical presentations by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and the Santa Monica History Museum, and the awarding of scholarships to local youth
12:00 PM – Special guest appearances from women in aviation around the world
1:00 PM – A speech by US Army Colonel Jason Cook on the history and future of US Army aviation
2:00 PM – Don’t miss the electric aircraft experience, where you can hear just how quiet and advanced these planes are
All Day – Historic airport bus tours every 30 minutes, led by former Airport Director Bob Trimborn
Generously Hosted by: Spirit of Santa Monica and made possible by our sponsors, donors, volunteers and participants. To request sponsorship information or for PR requests, email Vanessa@spiritofsantamonica.org