Altenrhein: 100 Years of Aviation in One Show
The «100 Years of Altenrhein Airfield» anniversary celebration is fast approaching. From August 28 to 30, 2026, the airfield at the eastern end of Lake Constance will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a festival and a major anniversary air show. One of the highlights will undoubtedly be one of the Patrouille Suisse’s final performances.
When the St. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport celebrates its 100th anniversary at the end of August, many eyes will first turn skyward—to the Patrouille Suisse and other international aerobatic teams performing at the temporary Program are already listed. They provide the spectacular images that make such an anniversary unforgettable. Anyone who wants to understand why Altenrhein has been a special place in Swiss aviation for a century will find the answers where this history is preserved and passed on day after day: at the Altenrhein Aviation Museum.
The museum serves as the airfield’s memory. Here, not only are aircraft preserved, but also memories, knowledge, and aviation traditions. Visitors walking through the hangars encounter not only technical masterpieces, but also a century of Swiss aviation—told through the aircraft that have shaped Altenrhein and its history.
With every launch, a piece of history takes flight
At the aviation museum, history doesn’t stay grounded. The historic aircraft are restored, maintained, and flown regularly with great care. That’s why Altenrhein has been regarded for years as one of Europe’s most important flying museums. Where elsewhere barrier tape directs visitors’ gaze toward historic exhibits, here legendary aircraft taxi out onto the runway. With every takeoff, a piece of aviation history takes flight. With the PC-7 SUBITO Team, the FMA-Prop Formation, and other historic aircraft, the Aviation Museum brings aviation history to life for this anniversary. The formations may be smaller than the major international aerobatic teams—but their significance for this anniversary is no less. They showcase the aircraft that are inextricably linked to Swiss aviation and to Altenrhein.
Without their hard work, no plane takes off
The real stars are often not in the spotlight. They are the people behind the museum. Pilots, mechanics, and numerous volunteers devote countless hours to restoring and maintaining historic aircraft and getting them safely into the air. They work with technical skill, great precision, and a passion that goes far beyond a mere hobby. Their dedication ensures that history isn’t just preserved—it’s brought to life.
For more information and tickets: https://100jahreflugplatz.ch