City Club Forum: Cleared for Takeoff - Aviation's Role in Central Oregon's Past and Future

Thursday, February 19, 2026 (11:30 AM - 1:00 PM) (PST)

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Central Oregon is soaring to new heights! Aviation has long been a driving force behind our region’s growth, and now it’s entering an exciting new chapter. Join City Club of Central Oregon for a lively conversation about aviation’s impact on our past and its role in shaping the future. We’ll spotlight the major expansion underway at Redmond Airport, an ambitious project designed to meet skyrocketing demand and strengthen our connection to the world, as well as Central Oregon’s role in shaping the aviation industry from building private aircraft to training pilots. Discover what this means for local businesses, travelers, and the entire Central Oregon economy. Confirmed Speakers: Steve Curley (Moderator), REDI Director, EDCO Zachary Bass, Airport Director, Redmond Municipal Airport Tracy Williams, Airport Director, Bend Municipal Airport Kelly Cannon-Miller, Executive Director, Deschutes Historical Museum


Registration required: https://events.cityclubco.org/events/Details/february-19-cleared-for-takeoff-aviation-s-role-in-central-oregon-s-past-and-future-1618644?sourceTypeId=Website

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
61980 Skyline Ranch Road
Bend, OR 97703 United States
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Thursday, February 19, 2026 (11:30 AM - 1:00 PM) (PST)
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
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