08/28/2026
✈️ 99 years ago today, Mason City welcomed a legend.
On August 28, 1927, famed aviator Charles Lindbergh flew into Mason City for the dedication of the city’s first airport, marking an exciting moment in our aviation history.
Nearly a century later, Mason City is still making history in the skies! 🌎✈️ The 2026 World Aerobatic Championships are happening now at Mason City Municipal Airport through September 2nd, bringing some of the world’s best aerobatic pilots to North Iowa.
From a legendary aviator in 1927 to the world’s best aerobatic pilots today, Mason City’s aviation story continues to soar. 🛩️