www.PSFmagazine.com | March-April 2019 | 19 18 | March-April 2019 | Powered Sport Flying What Is Happening Where One of the best ways to get started with flying is to visit others already involved in the sport. And one of the most relaxed ways to do that is by participating in fly-ins and other events. You can normally find someone there who will be glad to help you and get you started in the right direction. If you would you like to see your event listed here, visit www.psfmagazine.com/list-your-flying-event. May 9-12, 2019 Byrd's 15th annual Spring Backcountry Fly-in. Byrd’s Backcountry Airstrip, Ozark, Arkansas. Grass runway along the Mulberry River in Arkansas. Beautiful scenery in the heart of the Ozarks. Riverfront restaurant, cabin reservations, RV hookups, under-wing camping, canoeing and rafting, trails, and large restrooms with hot showers. Enjoy breathtaking flying in the Ozarks. All pilots and aircraft welcome. Bring gear for non-flying activities too, including ATV trail riding, waterfall hikes, fly fishing, and campfire cookouts. For more information call (479) 6674066. www.byrdsadventurecenter.com MAY 4-5, 2019 Alaska State Aviation Trade Show and Conference. Anchorage, Alaska. Over 275 aviation exhibitors featuring the latest technology, state-of-the-art products, new innovations and comprehensive safety conference. Indoor & Outdoor Static Displays featuring every type of aircraft – sport, general aviation, vintage, experimental, commercial, corporate and military. Since 1997. Hosted by Alaska Airman Association www.greatalaskaaviationgathering.org. Calendar May 16-18, 2019 Carolina BarnStormers Barry Daze. Anson County Airport, Wadesboro, North Carolina. This is a regional fly-in with participants generally from the Southeastern states. It is free-form, and there is no specific schedule of events, but it is a very worthwhile visit for both beginner and seasoned gyroplane enthusiasts due to the variety of machines and usual attendees. It also has value for fixed-wing pilots. For more information, visit peachstaterotorcraft.org May 16-19, 2019 Bad Apple Flyers. Andersonville, Georgia. Break out of winter and join us in southern Georgia for our second annual PPG fly-in. RV hookups and tent camping are available at this well maintained field located among rural farmland. badappleshodgesfieldflyin.com. May 18, 2019 from 8 AM-4 PM Aircraft Spruce & Specialty Company East Customer Appreciation Day. Peachtree City, Georgia. This is the time of year when we go all out by offering spectacular discounts on our most popular products and provide a chance for our loyal customers to meet our vendors. So come join the fun and get a chance to win big prizes. Enjoy a free grilled hot dog and cold soda on us! For more information visit www.aircraftspruce.com May 20-27, 2019 14th Annual Memorial Day Fly-In 2018 “The Endless Foot Drag". Fredonia Airport, Fredonia, Kansas. Paramotor instructor Michael Holliday and the city of Fredonia are hosting this event at the Fredonia airport. There will be aerial formations, foot drags, bands, food, and more! www.endlessfootdrag.com June7-9, 2019 Southern Minnesota Airport Meetup. Sleepy Eye Municipal Airport, Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. Open to Light Sport, Ultralight and anyone interested in either. Pot luck on Saturday noon. Dry camping on the grounds with bathroom and water available on site. Call Ed Engels at (507) 828-9134 or email ednjean2001@yahoo.com June 18-22, 2019 34th Annual Sentimental Journey to Cub Haven Fly-In. Piper Memorial Airport, Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. Educational Forums, Static Displays, Food Vendors, Exhibitors, Flying Contests, Poker Run, Local Fly-Out Destinations, Camping, Live Entertainment, Movies, Airplanes. Lots of Antique and Classic Airplanes on Display. Piper Aviation Museum Located on the Airport. (570) 893-4200 www.sentimentaljourneyfly-in.com June 22, 2019 from 8 AM-3 PM Aircraft Spruce Canada Customer Appreciation Day. Aircraft Spruce Canada, Brantford Municipal Airport, Brantford, Ontario. This is the time of year when we go all out by offering spectacular discounts on our most popular products and provide a chance for our loyal customers to meet our vendors. So come join the fun and get a chance to win big prizes. Enjoy a free grilled hot dog and cold soda on us! For more information visit www.aircraftspruce.com July 12-14, 2019 Grass Roots Fly-in. Chesaning, Michigan. Howard Nixen Airport (50G). Sponsored by the Chesaning Sport Pilot Association, MULA, and Great Sails. Free camping Friday through Sunday. Fireworks Saturday and pancake breakfast on Sunday. Contact Malcolm Brubaker (989) 513-3022. July 19-20, 2019 PreOsh Wingfest Fly-In/Drive-In. Cushing Field, Sheridan, Illinois. Enjoy a celebration for "very light aviation". For trike pilots, instructors, dealers and enthusiasts. Contact Mike Hudetz at (630) 664-1892 or for more info visit www.airsportster.com July 22-28, 2019 2019 EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. Wittman Regional Airport, Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The world’s largest airshow features a week-long schedule of forums, activities, and flights geared to every facet of aviation, including ultralights and light sport aircraft. www.airventure.org July 30-August 3, 2019 Popular Rotorcraft Association Convention 2019. Mentone, Indiana. The annual convention for the pra features gyroplanes and helicopters. If you are interested in gyros, this is the place to visit to learn about instruction, aircraft, and more. Visit www.pra.org August 10-17, 2019 2019 FAI World and Continental Championships. Ignalina, Lithuania. This world championship event will offer competitions single and two place powered paragliders, powered parachutes, gyroplanes, airplanes and weight shift control trikes. www.emc2019.net August 16-18, 2019 2019 Balloon and Airplane Festival. Arlington Municipal Airport, Arlington, Washington. Anything that involves humans and machines in the air is still our focus: Airplanes, hot air balloons, ultralights, warbirds, drones, and more!. www.arlingtonflyin.org Support Our Advertisers
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