Hello everyone,

Join us on Saturday, August 15, for a fly-in event at the Fort McMurray airport. In keeping with our mission, we welcome you to join us for a day of aviation inspiration for the local communities of the Wood Buffalo area.

When: Saturday, August 15, 2026

This is the final Alberta Air Tour event of the 2026 season! Pilots flying all aircraft types are welcome, and registration is free.

Registration is limited to 40 aircraft to ensure a safe and enjoyable event.

This will be a single-stop event, followed by an aerial tour of the oil sands region. The tour will be flown using staggered altitudes and speeds to safely separate participating aircraft.

Please Note: The tour will operate in Class C and Class E airspace, so a transponder is required.

Event Highlights

No landing fees

$0.20/L fuel discount courtesy of Executive Flight Centre

Discounted hotel rates at the Quality Inn for Friday night, August 14

Barbecue by donation in support of the 868 Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron

Community welcome from Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development & Tourism

Music and door prizes

Learn about the oil sands during the pilot briefing with a presentation by Phoenix Heli-Flight

Optional discounted helicopter tour courtesy of Phoenix Heli-Flight

Schedule

10:15 – Aircraft must be parked and secured (fuel truck will come to you)

10:30–11:00 – Pilot briefing

11:00 – Event grounds open

12:15–12:30 – Welcome remarks & tourism presentation

1:00–1:15 – Secure apron

1:15–2:00 – Departures for the aerial tour

Tour Duration: Approximately 40–60 minutes, depending on aircraft type.

We look forward to welcoming pilots from across Alberta and beyond for an unforgettable day of flying, community, and exploring one of Canada’s most unique landscapes.

Warm regards,

Dina, on behalf of the Alberta Air Tours committee