Our Story
Established in 2004, the California Capital Airshow (CCA) was born from a community-driven desire to celebrate aviation and aerospace in the Sacramento region — home to one of the nation’s most significant aviation legacies. What began as an annual airshow has grown into a powerful engine of educational access and workforce opportunity.
With more than 3,500 students engaging in CCA programming each year, our team collaborates with industry, education, government, and military partners to connect young people to real-world experiences they might otherwise never encounter.
These initiatives include:
- STEM Career Days & workforce pathways
- Airport career exploration
- Mentorship from aerospace professionals
- On-airport immersive instruction
- Scholarship awards for students pursuing aviation, engineering, aerospace, safety, logistics, and skilled trades
- Internships supporting event production, communications, engineering, and more
The Airshow brings our mission to life in the skies every year, but the greatest impact happens on the ground, long after the last jet has landed.
Our Values
- Inspiration – Sparking curiosity and possibility through aviation and aerospace.
- Accessibility – Creating pathways for all students, including those with limited resources or exposure.
- Community – Bringing people together to celebrate shared pride in our region.
- Education – Connecting young people to hands-on learning and workforce opportunities.
- Service – Giving back through programs, partnerships, and volunteerism.
Our Impact
- 3,500+ students reached annually
- $600,000+ in scholarships awarded
- 280+ local scholarship recipients since program launch
- Thousands of mentorship hours provided
- Dozens of partner organizations supporting youth programming