BOAF 2027
INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION
Phoenix Hosts
Birds Of A Feather International Convention
June 2nd-6th 2027
The 2027 BOAF International Convention is headed to beautiful Tempe, Arizona, for what promises to be an unforgettable gathering of fellowship, aviation community, and connection. Hosted at the stunning Tempe Mission Palms Hotel, this marks the fourth time in 30 years that Phoenix has hosted the convention, making it a truly special event. Located just minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport with complimentary airport shuttle service, the hotel sits in the heart of Tempe adjacent to Arizona State University and within walking distance of vibrant restaurants, cafés, boutiques, and local attractions. From inspiring meetings and hospitality events to aviation tours, outdoor adventures, golf, and world-class Arizona destinations, the 2027 convention offers the perfect blend of community, relaxation, and Southwest hospitality. Whether you are a first-time attendee or a longtime member of the BOAF family, Phoenix is ready to welcome you for an exceptional convention experience.
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BOAF PHX 2027 AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2, 2027
1500 Registration Open – San Pedro
1900 AA Mtg – San Pedro
1900 Al-Anon Mtg – Campanile
THURSDAY, JUNE 3, 2027
0630 ‘A’ Mountain Climb – Meet in lobby w/Rhett T.
0700-1100 Golf Tournament-Meet at course (pay on your own)
0800 Registration Open – San Pedro
0800 Hospitality Suite Open / snacks & drinks
0900 AA Mtg – San Pedro
0900 Al-Anon Mtg – Campanile
10:30-1200 Lunch on your own on Mill Avenue
1200 – 1700 Thursday Excursions or Free Time
1800 AA Mtg – San Pedro
1800 Al-Anon Mtg – Campanile
2000 Tempe Improv Comedy Club-Pay on your own
FRIDAY, JUNE 4, 2027
0630 ‘A’ Mountain Climb – Meet in lobby w/Rhett T.
0800 Registration Open – San Pedro
0800 Hospitality Suite Open / snacks & drinks
0900 AA Mtg – San Pedro
0900 Al-Anon Mtg – Campanile
1015 AA Movie: “Markings on the Journey” – San Pedro
1100 Lunch on your own or TBD
1230 – 1700 Commemorative Air Force Museum & Tour
Boeing Mesa Helicopter Plant Tour
1800 Dinner off campus – TBD
SATURDAY, JUNE 5, 2027
0630 ‘A’ Mountain Climb – Meet in lobby w/Rhett T.
0800 Late Registration – San Pedro
0800 Hospitality Suite Open / snacks & drinks
0900 AA Mtg – San Pedro
0900 Al-Anon Professional Forum – Campanile
1030 – 1200 BOAF Annual Business Mtg – San Pedro
1200 Lunch on your own or TBD
1300 – 1430 Professional Forum 1:
Dr. Kevin McCauley, The Meadows– San Pedro
1445 – 1600 Professional Forum 2:
Aviation Family Fund Presentation- Capt. Dana Archibald
Aviation Family Network Presentation - Tanya Kroge
1730 – 1830 Social Hour – Cloister Room
1830 BOAF Annual Banquet – Cloister
1930 Presentations/Announcements/Raffle
Big Bird Changeover/Sobriety Countdown
2000 Main Speaker – TBD
SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2027
0630 ‘A’ Mountain Climb – Meet in lobby w/Rhett T.
0800 Hospitality Suite Open / snacks & drinks
0900 BOAF Breakfast Buffet – Hotel Courtyard
1000 Spiritual Speaker – Jim Corington, MSW, LCSW – San Pedro
1100 Farewells and Goodbyes
SEE YOU NEXT YEAR IN SAN FRANCISCO FOR
THE 2028 BOAF ANNUAL CONVENTION !
And see you again in Phoenix for the 2037 BOAF International Convention.
Registration for BOAF 2027
International Convention
Convention Ticket to event…..
Convention fee includes Saturday Banquet Dinner
Business Meeting.
All day in our hospitality suite
Sunday Morning Buffet Breakfast, snacks and drinks available.
Goodie Bag with convention souvenirs, raffle ticket.
Banquet Dress code: Business Casual
NO SHORTS
This Convention is for MEMBERS OF BOAF- $200 USD Per Person
*****Attendees MUST fill in the Registration Form at the Bottom of this Website Page after Booking your Convention Ticket*****
*Refund policy Below
Birdventures & Souvenirs
Event Registration Information
All events are self-pay. Attendees will be responsible for paying any event-related fees directly at the event.
To help us plan appropriately and ensure accurate attendance numbers, please add any events you plan to attend to your cart, even if payment will be made at the event. This allows us to maintain an accurate headcount and communicate effectively with event hosts and organizers.
Thank you for helping us plan successful events for everyone!
Papago Golf Course - Phoenix
Thursday - 0700-1100 Golf Tournament-Meet at course
Golf Attendees WILL PAY at Papago Golf Course
If you plan to attend you must add to the Cart for check out HERE, but you also MUST CONTACT:
Garry Dion gotgolf6@gmail.com
480-740-4141
Attendees will pay the improv club upon arrival. If you are interested in coming PLEASE add this to your cart so we can have a head count.
Explore Phoenix’s only combat aviation museum
Get up close to historic aircraft and artifacts
Experience aviation firsthand
Support a nonprofit, volunteer-powered museum
*Transportation Fee TBD
Thursday Excursion Options
Thursday is a great opportunity to get out and explore some of what the Phoenix and Scottsdale area has to offer. Whether you are interested in aviation, art, history, science, wildlife, architecture, or simply enjoying the beauty of the Southwest, there is something nearby for everyone. These excursions are not formally scheduled convention activities, so attendees can choose an adventure, gather some friends, and explore at their own pace.
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Musical Instrument Museum
Travel the World Through Music
Enjoy fun and unforgettable musical experiences at MIM! Whether you’re exploring our expansive galleries and seeing thousands of instruments or attending a dynamic program or live concert, there’s something for everyone.
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Arizona Science Center
Located in downtown Phoenix, the Arizona Science Center offers hundreds of hands-on exhibits, demonstrations, and immersive experiences that make science interesting for visitors of all ages.
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Taliesin West
Experience the desert home and architectural laboratory of legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Located in the foothills of Scottsdale’s McDowell Mountains, Taliesin West is both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and National Historic Landmark.
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Phoenix Zoo
Spend a few hours exploring the Phoenix Zoo, home to thousands of animals representing hundreds of species. It is a great option for attendees bringing family members or anyone looking to enjoy an afternoon outdoors.
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Desert Botanical Garden
Experience the beauty of the Sonoran Desert at the Desert Botanical Garden. Its trails wind through acres of desert landscape filled with cacti, desert plants, and beautiful scenery unique to Arizona.
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Heard Museum
The Heard Museum offers an opportunity to learn about the art, history, and cultures of American Indian peoples, with galleries featuring both historic and contemporary works.
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Old Town Scottsdale
Spend the afternoon exploring Old Town Scottsdale, a walkable area filled with restaurants, shops, galleries, Southwestern culture, entertainment, and plenty of places to simply relax and enjoy Arizona.
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South Mountain Park/Preserve
At more than 16,000 acres, South Mountain Park/Preserve is one of the largest municipally managed parks in the nation and consists of three mountain ranges - the Ma Ha Tauk, Gila and Guadalupe. The park boasts more than 100 miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking. Additionally, the roadways throughout the park are a favorite for bicyclists.
Parking/ Entrance Hours: 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Trail Hours: 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
South Mountain Visitor Center: Thursday - Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday Excursion
Commemorative Air Force Museum Tour
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Boeing Mesa Helicopter Plant Tour
Friday June 4th 2027
At the only combat aviation museum in Phoenix, you’ll take an educational venture through history and learn how aircraft evolved as a vital partner to ground and sea operations from WWI to present. Get up close and personal with history. Our knowledgeable docents are at your service to answer any questions or lead a tour through our collection of artifacts and exhibits.
Walk through our maintenance hangar and watch aircraft mechanics maintain our flying aircraft. Climb aboard our bombers and cargo planes or, better yet, book a once-in- a-lifetime flight in an authentic warbird. Choose among six WWII aircraft, from an open biplane to the rarest bombers in the world. And don’t forget to stop by our museum gift store and bring home a bomber jacket. We’re a non-profit organization and staffed 99.9% by dedicated volunteers who honor our mission.
Time Table:
1230 – Depart Tempe Mission Palms
1700 – Arrive Back at Tempe Mission Palms
Extend Your Stay: Pre & Post Convention Adventures
Coming to Arizona for the convention is also a great excuse to stay an extra day or two. From aviation history and Cold War landmarks to underground caverns, red-rock country, professional baseball, and one of the natural wonders of the world, there is plenty to explore beyond the Phoenix area.
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Pima Air & Space Museum
For an aviation crowd, this one may be worth the drive to Tucson. The Pima Air & Space Museum features approximately 400 historic aircraft spread across six hangars and 80 acres, with aircraft representing generations of aviation history.
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Kartchner Caverns State Park
Head underground and experience one of Arizona’s natural treasures. Kartchner Caverns offers guided cave tours featuring remarkable formations preserved within a living cave system.
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Grand Canyon National Park
No Arizona trip list would be complete without the Grand Canyon. Stretching for 278 miles along the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon offers unforgettable views and is an incredible addition to a longer Arizona stay.
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Sedona
Known for its dramatic red-rock scenery, Sedona is a wonderful destination for hiking, sightseeing, dining, shopping, or simply slowing down and enjoying the landscape. It makes an easy choice for turning the convention trip into a longer Arizona getaway.
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Meteor Crater
Take a trip back through geological and space history at Meteor Crater, one of the world’s best-preserved meteorite impact sites. Visitors can explore the crater, guided experiences, and exhibits focused on its history and science.
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Titan Missile Museum
Located south of Tucson, the Titan Missile Museum preserves the only remaining Titan II missile site open to the public. Visitors can experience an authentic Cold War-era missile complex and learn about the history of the Titan II program.
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Arizona Diamondbacks
Baseball fans may want to add a Diamondbacks game to their stay. Check the D-backs schedule to see whether the team will be playing at Chase Field during your time in Phoenix.
Book Your Stay
Accommodations
Reservation Made Separate from Convention Tickets
Tempe Mission Palms
World Of Hyatt
60 E 5th St
Tempe, Arizona
United State
+1 480-894-1400
Hotel group bookings now available. Includes one night either side of convention. Wednesday, June 2,2027 - Monday, June 7, 2027. Arrangements can be made to stay longer. Rates available up until 30 days prior to event.
The Group link is created for JUNE 2nd-7th 2027. The room rates are $229.00 for a Standard King or Double Room. Reservations will need to be cancelled before 6pm on the day of arrival (WHATS POLICY). Rooms are not held part of your group link group block and are subject to hotel availability.
GROUP CODE: G-BOFF
Questions or Additional Stay: Contact Reservations
tmphreservations@destinationhotels.com
Groups Reservations Agent
Questions or Extensions Contact:
HOTEL LOCATION: This will be the 4th time in 30 years that the PHX BOAF Convention will be held at the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel. It is located in a great location adjacent to Arizona State University in Tempe, walking distance to great shops, cafes, restaurants, boutiques and other visitor destinations. Free shuttle service to-from PHX International Airport 10 minutes away.
Welcome to PHX
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
3400 Sky Hbr Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Arriving at the Airport
Maps of the terminals, facilities and directions.
Ground Transportation to and From PHX Airport
Many transport options are available for getting to and from Airport, which is conveniently located 10 minutes to convention hotel.
Tempe Mission Palms Airport Shuttle
If you are staying at the convention hotel that there will be a free hotel shuttle to-from the airport.
Runs Daily on a as needed basis leaving every 30 minutes.
Call the Hotel 480-894-1400
International Guests
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Tourism & Visit
A foreign national traveling to the United States for tourism needs a visitor visa (B-2 or combined B1/B2) unless qualifying for entry under the Visa Waiver Program.
Travel for pleasure or tourism may include a short visit for vacation, visiting family and friends, or for medical treatment.
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For International Visitors
If you are a visitor to the U.S. coming to work, study, conduct business or immigrate, get the Information you need to smoothly navigate the process and procedures to enter the U.S.
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Candian Travel Advice to United States
Before You Go
Join the WhatsApp Convention Group….
Only Registered Attendees
ALL Registered BOAF International Convention Attendees Must Fill out this Form
Cancellation Policy
BOAF International Convention Cancellation Policy:
30 Days Out 50% Refund
10 Days Out “Thank You for your Contribution to BOAF International”
Contact Us
Questions about the Convention?
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Scott H
Phoenix BOAF Convention Host
+1 928-710-3573
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Steve K.
Phoenix BOAF Convention Host
+6421899663
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Greg C.
BOAF Trusted Servant
Secretary
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Beth O.
BOAF Trusted Servant
Alt Secretary-Treasure