Sky Fiesta returns to Las Cruces airspace

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA)-- Pilots will take to the sky above Las Cruces during Sky Fiesta, an event with air racing, performances, vendors, and more.

The event starts with gates opening at 10 a.m. at the Las Cruces International Airport, Saturday, Oct. 17, and ends at 4 p.m.

Organizers say attendees can expect up to 24 Sport Class race airplanes as well as a full air show lineup.

According to organizers, there will be displays of WWII fighters, interactive flight simulators, exotic planes, and many other displays and vendors.

For more information on tickets and the event, click the link here.