Volunteer Opportunities
Join 300+ volunteers who make the Greatest Show on Turf possible
300
Volunteers Needed
8,000+
Combined Work Hours
10
Organization Divisions
20,000+
Lives Impacted
Why Volunteer?
For two days in July, a grass field in upstate New York transforms into a historic bustling town, filled with the sounds of roaring engines and the applause of thousands.
Volunteer Benefits:
- Meet pilots and aircraft
Up close and personal experiences - Behind-the-scenes access
Arrive before gates open, stay after close - Meet new friends
Forge lasting connections with fellow aviation enthusiasts - Support a great cause
Honor aviation legacy for future generations
What We Provide
Free Lunch
Both daysFree Gear
T-shirts & moreTraining
Live exercisesSafety Prep
Aircraft & crowd controlComplete Information
Get the full volunteer briefing guide with detailed information about parking, schedules, communications, and everything you need to know.
How to Sign Up
Visit Registration Site
Go to our volunteer portal and click "APPLY NOW"
Complete Application
Fill out the short application form for review
Select Your Role
Choose jobs and shifts that work for you
Volunteers In Action
Become a Sponsor
Partner with us to preserve aviation history and support community celebration
Formation Sponsor
Get ready to fly high as a Formation Sponsor. Premium positioning and messaging throughout the show with maximum impact on airshow guests.
Benefits Include:
- Prominent logo placement throughout venue
- Public address announcements
- VIP hospitality tent access
- Premium parking and seating
Bomber Sponsor
Bomber Sponsors bring us majestic heavy bomber aircraft like the B-17 or B-25, light up the runway with pyrotechnics, or provide free kids zone admission.
Sponsorship Options:
- Heavy bomber aircraft sponsorship
- Pyrotechnics display sponsorship
- Future Aviators Kids Zone sponsor
- Significant brand recognition
Fighter Sponsor
Rev up our inner historian and sponsor our fighter aircraft such as the P-40 or P-51. Watch legendary battles knowing you played a major role in making it happen.
Fighter Aircraft:
- P-51 Mustang sponsorship
- P-40 Warhawk support
- Corsair fighter sponsorship
- Historical battle reenactments
Trainer Sponsor
The wind beneath the wings of the airshow. Support performers and volunteers by providing T-shirts, lunches, and more to keep them fueled and ready to go.
Support Areas:
- Volunteer T-shirts and gear
- Volunteer meal sponsorship
- Performer hospitality support
- Operational support services
Basic Trainer Sponsor
Foundation-level support that helps with essential airshow operations. Every contribution matters in making this community celebration possible.
Basic Support:
- Operational expenses support
- Program listing recognition
- Website acknowledgment
- Community supporter status
Custom Partnership
TAILORED SOLUTIONHave a unique vision for partnership? Let's work together to create a custom sponsorship package that aligns with your goals and our needs.
Custom Options:
- Creative partnership ideas
- Collaborative planning process
- Goal-aligned benefits
- Measurable impact opportunities
Ready to Partner With Us?
Join our community of sponsors who help bring history to life and support aviation education for future generations.
Direct questions to sponsorships@nationalwarplanemuseum.com
Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors
These community partners make the Greatest Show on Turf possible
Bomber Sponsors
Heavy bomber aircraft, pyrotechnics, and kids zone sponsors
Fighter Sponsors
Fighter aircraft and historical battle reenactment sponsors
Trainer Sponsors
Volunteer T-shirts, meals, and performer hospitality support
Basic Trainer Sponsors
Foundation-level operational support
Interested in Becoming a 2026 Sponsor?
Partner with us to preserve aviation history and support community celebration. Multiple sponsorship levels available to fit your goals and budget.
Direct questions to sponsorships@nationalwarplanemuseum.com
Reenactor Registration
Bring WWII history to life through authentic period portrayals
WWII Reenactor Opportunities
Join our living history displays and help educate visitors about WWII military life, equipment, and the experiences of service members during the war.
Reenactor Roles
- U.S. Army personnel (Pacific & European theaters)
- U.S. Navy and Marine Corps
- U.S. Army Air Forces aircrew
- Support personnel and specialists
- Medical corps and nurses
- Home front civilian roles
Requirements
- Authentic period uniforms and equipment
- Knowledge of historical context
- Commitment to educational mission
- Professional conduct with public
- Advance registration required
- Insurance and safety compliance
Reenactor Benefits
- Free airshow admission
- Special reenactor camping area
- Meal provisions during event
- Behind-the-scenes aircraft access
- Educational impact certificate
Military Vehicle Display
Showcase historic military vehicles alongside our aircraft collection
Wanted Vehicle Types
WWII Era Vehicles
- Willys MB/Ford GPW Jeeps
- Dodge WC series trucks
- GMC CCKW "Deuce and a Half"
- DUKW amphibious vehicles
- M3 Halftrack vehicles
Support Equipment
- Field kitchens and trailers
- Communications equipment
- Medical evacuation vehicles
- Ground support equipment
- Motorcycles and bicycles
Display Requirements
Safety & Registration
- Valid registration and insurance
- Pre-event safety inspection
- Driver/operator certification
- Liability coverage verification
Display Standards
- Clean, well-maintained condition
- Historical information placard
- Owner/operator present for questions
- Proper period markings preferred
Ready to Display Your Vehicle?
Join our ground display and help tell the complete story of WWII military operations, from the air to the ground.