Delta Air Lines, which recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, is the title sponsor of CAF Airbase Georgia’s Moonlight Swing, a 1940s-themed gala celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary. The inaugural event will be Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, in Airbase Georgia’s hangar at Atlanta Regional Airport–Falcon Field.
Moonlight Swing will serve as the public launch of Airbase Georgia’s campaign to expand its hangar and education facilities, creating new opportunities to preserve military aviation history, educate future generations, and inspire tomorrow’s aviation workforce. 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 Airbase Leader Mark Richards. “It is an investment in preserving our nation’s history while inspiring tomorrow’s innovators, aviators, and leaders. Every guest and every sponsor becomes part of that mission.”
Delta’s sponsorship reflects a partnership rooted in a shared commitment to aviation, service, and remembrance. During World War II, Delta answered the nation’s call by modifying 916 military aircraft, overhauling more than 1,000 aircraft engines and instruments, training Army Air Forces pilots and mechanics, and operating military cargo routes supporting the Allied war effort. Today, the airline continues that tradition of service through its nationally recognized Normandy Legacy Flight program, transporting World War II veterans to France each year to commemorate the anniversary of D-Day.
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.
“Delta Air Lines and Airbase Georgia share more than a love of aviation — we share a commitment to preserving the legacy of those who built our nation and our industry,” Richards said. “As Delta embarks on its next century of flight, we’re honored to have them supporting Airbase Georgia’s mission of preserving history, expanding education, and inspiring future generations.”
Expanded facilities will strengthen Airbase Georgia’s growing education initiatives. Aviation career awareness includes an upcoming Aviation Futures Day, a new regional initiative in November
designed to connect high school students with aviation employers, educational institutions and industry professionals.
Community organizations and local businesses also have joined Delta in supporting Moonlight Swing through in-kind sponsorships. Current supporting sponsors include Visit Peachtree City, Timeless Occasions, Food Dude, Audio Visual Production Group International, 3 Guys Golf Carts, Invisible Man Pictures, and The Citizen.
Guests attending Moonlight Swing will enjoy an elegant evening beneath the wings of authentic World War II aircraft, with dinner, dancing to the music of Peachtree Jazz Edition and a silent auction featuring military aviation artwork.
Tickets, reserved tables and sponsorship opportunities remain available. For information, visit airbasegeorgia.org.