Airbase Georgia’s First Moonlight Swing a Big Success, Next Year’s Event Will Be on Sept. 25

PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. (Nov. 5, 2026) – The first Moonlight Swing at Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia was very successful, according to Airbase Leader Mark Richards. More than 250 people enjoyed the dinner, dancing and the opportunity to honor WWII veterans while celebrating America 250.

“We’ve received many positive comments from the event guests,” Richards said. “From the immersive experience to the reenactors & music, to the food, people are asking already about next year. We have selected Sept. 25, 2027, for next year’s event, which also will be Airbase Georgia’s 40th anniversary. Moonlight Swing 2027 will be another immersive experience with a ‘South Pacific vibe’ that will please the attendees and will continue our fundraising for Airbase Georgia expansion.”

Airbase Georgia’s campaign will expand its hangar and education facilities, creating new opportunities to preserve military aviation history, educate future generations, inspire tomorrow’s aviation workforce, and promote tourism for Peachtree City, surrounding areas and the state. The project will increase space for educational programming, museum exhibits, historic aircraft restoration and community events, while serving as a regional destination for military aviation history, tourism and aviation education.

“Moonlight Swing is more than a gala,” said Richards. “It is an investment in our community by preserving our nation’s history while inspiring tomorrow’s innovators, aviators, and leaders. Every guest and every sponsor is part of that mission. We sincerely appreciate all of the sponsors that helped make Moonlight Swing a success. “We are proud that Delta Air Lines was this year’s Title Sponsor and we look forward to working with them again in 2027.”

Expanded facilities will strengthen Airbase Georgia’s growing education initiatives. Aviation career awareness includes Aviation Futures Day, a new regional initiative coming in 2027, designed to connect high school students with aviation employers, educational institutions and industry professionals.

Airbase Georgia has preserved the legacy of the Greatest Generation for almost 40 years by restoring and flying historic military aircraft, honoring veterans through commemorative events and educational programs, and connecting thousands of students each year with the history, technology, and leadership lessons of World War II. Airbase Georgia also participates in Delta’s annual Veterans Day program honoring military veterans and Delta employees.

About the CAF Airbase Georgia

CAF Airbase Georgia, based at Atlanta Regional Airport -Falcon Field in Peachtree City, Ga., was founded in 1987. The Airbase is one of the largest units of the Commemorative Air Force (CAF). The group maintains and flies seven vintage military aircraft including a P-51 Mustang, an N2S Stearman, an SBD Dauntless, an LT-6 Mosquito, a P-63A Kingcobra, a PT-19 Cornell and a T-34 Mentor. Under restoration are an F1-G Corsair and P-47 Thunderbolt. The Airbase, composed of more than 300 volunteer members, is a founding partner of the Georgia WWII Heritage Trail launched in 2021. The Airbase is part of the CAF, a non-profit, tax-exempt organization that relies on contributions of time and funds to conduct its mission. For more information, go to https://airbasegeorgia.org/.