June 2, 2026
CITY – Airway Heights
This weekend June 6th– 7th, Fairchild Air Force Base will be hosting Skyfest which includes static displays along with performances of several civilian and military aircraft.
TRAFFIC ALERT: This event will impact the area of State Route 2 in the vicinity of Fairchild Air Force Base. Travelers should allow plenty of time and expect longer than usual delays between the hours of 9:00 AM-6:30 PM around Fairchild Air Force Base. Washington State Patrol troopers will be in the area assisting with traffic control along with our partners from the Washington State Department of Transportation. Extra enforcement patrols will also be in the area throughout the weekend. We are asking everyone to be patient and obey all traffic laws. Fairchild Air Force Base will require all attendees over the age of 18 to have valid identification to enter the base. Travelers should expect delays and congestion on State Route 2 from Fairchild’s Main Gate into Airway Heights so please plan accordingly.
The Washington State Patrol will have representatives from the Aviation Division as well as a recruiting booth set up in the public safety hangar at Skyfest so please stop by and meet with our WSP representatives.
