www.PSFmagazine.com | March-April 2020 | 23 22 | March-April 2020 | 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. COVID-19 Notice Many events are already choosing to postpone or cancel their 2020 activities. It is more important than ever to visit organizer websites or otherwise contact organizers before planning trips to events. If the COVID-19 continues to spread, it may become prudent for older adults and people of any age with serious chronic medical conditions to consider the increased health risk for severe disease before traveling until the health crisis is resolved. April 18-31, 2020 Blackhawk Ranch Fly-In. Valley Springs, California. Fly the beautiful valleys and mountains Southeast of Sacramento. Cross country trips, BBQs, Great scenery, smooth lake air. Pilots are welcome to come early and stay the week! We will have a band and food full time. This Fly In is the best! Why? All day flying, seven lakes can be flown too and the rolling hills and scattered oak trees allow for some of the very best XC flights anywhere. Powered parachutes are welcome as well! Call (209) 786-7899 or visit blackhawkparamotor.com April 25, 2020 Fly-In/Drive-In Chili-Feed. Rushford, Minnesota. Join us for a great Chili-Feed with multiple types of Chili fromMild to HOT, along with Coffee, Milk, and enjoy the camaraderie and the scenic hills and valleys. Our Pilot's Lounge has been updated with new siding, flooring, and paint. We also have new fuel supply pumps and low prices at Rushford! Contact Mike Thern 507-458-0705 or mbthern@hbci.com Calendar MAY 2-3, 2020 Alaska State Aviation Trade Show and Conference. Anchorage, Alaska. Over 300 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. May 7-10, 2020 Byrd's 16th 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 16, 2020 Lake Anna Splash-In. Mineral, Virgina. This is a social gathering with food, fun, flying and camping. RSVP before May 8, Bob Woodberry’s house, (703) 785-1505 or n75196@aol. com. Nearest airport LKU; fuel available, 12 miles away, or7W4, no fuel, 10 miles away. www.seaplanes.org May 14-17, 2020 Bad Apple Flyers. Andersonville, Georgia. Break out of winter and join us in southern Georgia for our third annual PPG fly-in. RV hookups and tent camping are available at this well maintained field located among rural farmland. badappleshodgesfieldflyin.com. May 14-17, 2020 Carolina BarnStormers Spring Fling 2020. 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 25, 2020, 8:00am to 4:00pm 18th Annual Wisconsin Powered Parachute Association Clinic. EAA's AirVenture Museum, Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Powered Parachutes and Powered Paragliders on display. Visit www.wisconsinppa.org June 2-5, 2020 Rotax Service and Maintenance Training Courses. Blue Ridge Community College, Weyers Cave, Virginia. During this four-day period, Lockwood Aviation will be offering service and maintenance courses for the Rotax line of aviation engines including: 9 Series Service 9 Series Maintenance For specific dates, prerequisites, pricing and more, call (863) 655-5100 or visit training.lockwood.aero. June 8-14, 2020 16th Annual “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 June 12-19, 2020 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 16-20, 2020 35th 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 19-20, 2020 Annual Wisconsin Powered Parachute Association Fly-In. Wautoma Municipal Airport, Wautoma, Wisconsin. The place to be for powered parachute pilots this summer. Flying, clinics, demonstrations, camping, food, and much more. www.wisconsinppa.org June 29 - July 13, 2020 Sport Pilot Training Course for Powered Parachutes. Greenville Municipal Airport, Greenville, Illinois. This two week Sport Pilot course provides the required training for pilots wishing to fly powered parachutes. Class includes all ground schooling, flight training, and testing needed to earn a Sport Pilot license for Powered Parachutes. Other courses available. www.easyflight.com
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