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9/1/2010
New Pilot Destination Added - Discovery Bay at Norwalk Landing, Shell Knob, MO
"2300' Asphalt strip...south to north, lake lots and hangar lots and hangar lots available for sale....boat slips for sale...water and sewer and underground elec in....10 miles from Shell Knob, Missouri or two miles north of Campbell Point Marina...just east of mile marker 20 on Table Rock Lake. Mobile phone 605-366-5447 .... or 479-981-6462 Eric...Waiting on FAA Approval.......N 36* 36.507 W 93*36.311" - Submitted by Ralph Lemme.
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8/31/2010
New Photo Added - Pik-N-Pig BBQ, Carthage, NC
"Gilliam/McConnell from the air." - Submitted by Jim Murray.
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New Aviation Event - Pancake Breakfast, Southampton, NJ - Saturday, Sep 11, 2010
Come join us for breakfast pancakes, eggs, sausage, juice & coffee. Adults $6 Child $3 Proceeds benefit Allen Museum.
New Aviation Event - Orlando Gateway Sport Pilot Flight Training Center Cookout, Kissimmee, FL - Saturday, Sep 18, 2010
Bring all of your friends and family, including the kids to our Fall Kickoff at Orlando Gateway Sport Pilot Flight Training Center. We are Central Florida preferred choice training center for th
New Aviation Event - Fall Gathering Cookout/Fly-in, Greenville, TX - Saturday, Sep 25, 2010
EAA Chapter 914 is hosting its annual Fall Gathering Cookout/Fly-in September 25th starting around 10am. Like the Spring Gathering held this past May, the Fall Gathering is free and open to any
New Aviation Event - Texas Aircraft Expo, Houston, TX - Thursday, Sep 30, 2010
Event Time- 12pm -5pm. Come see a consortium of aircraft manufacturers displaying the latest in general aviation throughout Texas. Aviation tax, insurance and finance experts will be on hand as w
New Aviation Event - Texas Aircraft Expo, Conroe, TX - Friday, Oct 1, 2010
Event Time 12pm-5pm Come see a consortium of aircraft manufacturers displaying the latest in general aviation throughout Texas. Aviation tax, insurance and finance experts will be on hand as well
New Aviation Event - Young Eagles Flight Rally, Kissimmee, FL - Saturday, Sep 4, 2010
Roger Frechette, Vice President of the Kissimmee EAA chapter and the flight team at Orlando Gateway Sport Pilot Flight Training Center, are excited to present a day of flying on September 4, 2010
New Aviation Event - Aviation Career Fair, Orlando, FL - Saturday, Oct 2, 2010
Meet with aviation education schools, colleges and flight schools all in one place. Sessions on aviation careers. Still time to book an exhibit space.Open 10:00a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Call for details.
8/30/2010
New Aviation Event - 2010 HelpFourPaws Charity Golf Event, Saint Augustine, FL - Thursday, Nov 4, 2010
HelpFourPaws is having its 1st Annual Golf Outing to be held on November 4th, 2010 at Royal St. Augustine Golf Club in Historic St. Augustine, Florida. Our website www.helpfourpaws.org has more
Pilot Destination Update - Pik-N-Pig BBQ, Carthage, NC
"You can park on the grass and just walk across the taxiway to enjoy a tasty pulled pork sandwich. It was a busy Sunday, but I didn't have to wait long to be seated in the covered area outside and watch the glider tow squeezing inbetween the take-offs and departures." - Submitted by Peter D..
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New Pilot Destination Added - Preston Aviation, Stearman Flight School, Winter Haven, FL
"Stearman and Piper J3 Cub training with Tim Preston of Preston Aviation now located at Winter Haven's Gilbert Airport. Right down the street from Jack Brown's Seaplane Base. Richard's Coffee shop located in the new FBO has tasty sandwiches and salads. Great service from Winter Haven AirService." - Submitted by Tim.
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New Aviation Event - National Ercoupe Convention, Mount Vernon, IL - Thursday - Sunday, Sep 9-12, 2010
National gathering of Ercoupes and Ercoupe owners. Camping available on site, hotel shuttles available.
8/28/2010
New Aviation Event - Oakdale Airport Open House, Oakdale, CA - Saturday, Oct 2, 2010
Aircraft displays, Car Show, RC aircraft, Fly-bys, Food and Family Fun for all ages. Free event entry.
New Aviation Event - Willits Free Gas Fly-In and Barbecue, Willits, CA - Sunday, Sep 12, 2010
Great barbecue with beverage and ice cream, $5 donation. Pilots entered in 50/50 raffle for $5 will automatically be entered in drawing for 10 gallons of free gas in either experimental/homebuil
Pilot Destination Update - Huntington and Roush Lake, Huntington, IN
"This is a little misleading. There are NO restaurants on the lake although you can walk over to a picnic area that's about 10 minutes away - just bring your own food because there's no food available anywhere near there. The airport does have a courtesy van; they suggested Subway..." - Submitted by Judy Birchler.
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New Aviation Event - EAA 518 Fly In Breakfast, Reedsville, PA - Saturday, Sep 11, 2010
EAA 518 Fly-In Drive-In, Breakfast 8:00 am. to 11:00am.
New Aviation Event - Twin County Airport 2010 Open House, Hillsville, VA - Saturday, Sep 25, 2010
Open House at Twin County Airport (HLX) featuring military airplanes, helicopters, RC models, airplane rides, classic cars, food, and entertainment. Enjoy the activities and the cool Blue Ridge P
New Aviation Event - Oakdale Airport Open House, Oakdale, CA - Saturday, Oct 2, 2010
Aircraft displays, Car Show, RC aircraft, Fly-bys, Food and Family Fun for all ages. Free event entry.
8/27/2010
New Aviation Event - EAA Chapter 12 Event, Houston, TX - Saturday, Aug 28, 2010
EAA Chapter 12 is celebrating our 55th Birthday this weekend. Some of you may not know it, but Houston is the home of the oldest EAA Chapter in Texas. To help celebrate the event, Gene Kranz wil
New Aviation Event - Thunder Over The Valley annual show, Santa Maria, CA - Saturday - Sunday, Aug 28-29, 2010
Thunder Over the Valley air show at the Santa Maria Public Airport is back this weekend. This year the aerial spectacular will return, including aircraft from Canada’s air force and a U.S. Air Fo
New Aviation Event - VFW Fly-in/Drive in, Gallipolis, OH - Sunday, Oct 3, 2010
VFW post 4464 Fly-in/Drive-in. breakfast 9-11 lunch 12-2:30. Visit your local airport and support our Veterans!
New Aviation Event - Sambel's Restaurant, Montpelier, VT (KMPV) ** FINAL DAY OF OPERATION **, Montpelier, VT - Sunday, Aug 29, 2010
Join us at noontime for lunch to bid farewell to Sambel's Restaurant, a Montpelier airport fixture for over 21 years!! We held a large rally on April 3rd to help this restaurant in their dispute
8/26/2010
New Aviation Event - Tyler Civil Air Patrol Pancake Breakfast, Tyler, TX - Saturday, Aug 28, 2010
Saturday, August 28th, 2010. Monthly Fly-In or Drive-In Pancake Breakfast with all the trimmings! Taxi right up to the CAP ramp and enjoy a great breakfast, complete with rudder flutter. This
New Aviation Event - Fajita Fly-In, Lufkin, TX - Saturday, Sep 11, 2010
Come to one of the most successful and longest running monthly Fly-In's in Texas, a lot of your flying friends will be there with plenty of great food to eat, lot's of hangar flying, and fellowsh
New Aviation Event - Cheapest Fuel in the State KAOH, Lima, OH - Saturday, Sep 25, 2010
The Lima Allen County Airport would like to invite you to join us on September 25th for a poker run and a flour (egg) bomb drop contest. Buy in will be 5 dollars per person or 5 dollars for 2 run
New Aviation Event - Gila Valley Health Raiser's Flyin, Safford, AZ - Saturday, Oct 30, 2010
Gila Valley Health Raisers Event. There will be three bicycle races, a ½ marathon, poker run and motorcycle show, classic car and hot rod show, civilian and military aircraft display and judging.
New Aviation Event - Sertoma Pancake Day Celebration, Lima, OH - Saturday, Nov 6, 2010
The Lima Allen County Airport and the Sertoma Club would like to invite you to come to the Sertoma Pancake Day Celebration, the biggest pancake breakfast at Lima Senior High School on November 6t
Pilot Destination Update - Massey Aerodrome & Museum, Massey, MD
"Great place! Nice runway, excellent facilitys, clean restrooms! etc. Nice flying gull wing Stinson that flys, another under construction, 450 hp. Stearman, Champ, etc .etc. Nice people!" - Submitted by Jim Cooper.
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8/24/2010
New Pilot Destination Added - Sphere One Aviation, Cedar City, UT
"Beautiful surroundings located 1 hr from Skiing at Brian Head Resort. 1 Hr from Zion Bryce. National Parks. Full Service friendly FBO. Identifier: CDC. FBO Services: 122.85. Area Traffic: 123.0 BIG Runway: 8,675 ft. Elevation: 5,622 ft. Fuel: AVFUEL. Location: 2 miles NW of town. 150,000 lbs. single wheel, 200,000 lbs. dual wheel, 300,000 lbs. dual tandem with approval." - Submitted by Brenda Blackburn.
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New Aviation Event - Flap Jack Pancake Fly-In, Gladewater, TX - Saturday, Aug 28, 2010
EAA Chapter 972 is hosting an On Airport Flap Jack Pancake Fly-In w/juice and fix-ins starting at 0800-1000. New expanded parking w/very very close walk to eating area. Lies and chatter expected.
New Aviation Event - Fall Classic Fly-In, Lebanon, TN - Saturday, Oct 2, 2010
Fun, friends and food.
8/23/2010
New Pilot Destination Added - CANADA Vancouver BC- Fraser Valley - Gulf Islands, Bellingham, BC
"We would love it if Fun Places to Fly would come north of the 49th! Best. Lori." - Submitted by Lori.
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New Pilot Destination Added - Pickett House at Heritage Village, Woodville, TX
"Heritage Village is a historic recreation/preservation of pioneer mid-1800s to early 1900s settlements in the area. Fun for the kids, and open 360 days a year, including minor holidays. They'll send a courtesy van to the airport to pick you up it's a 5 minute drive, but would be a pretty good hike to walk, especially in the summer heat. Pickett House part of the museum complex is a blue-plate, family style all-you-can-eat restaurant with a fixed menu...food is simple, but tasty: fried chicken, chicken and dumplings, greens, green beans, mashed potatoes, biscuits, and cobbler for dessert yes, that's the entire menu. Definitely not your typical airport diner destination!" - Submitted by Jim.
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Pilot Destination Update - Georgetown Airport, Georgetown, CA
"I called the county airport office, camping _is_ permitted, but it sounds like services are minimal." - Submitted by Al.
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Pilot Destination Update - Mariposa-Yosemite Airport, Mariposa, CA
"New FBO on field as of 7/1/10: KMPI Airport Rent-a-car. Same phone #, new email: airport.mariposa@gmail.com - We now have Hertz rental cars on the field ready for your fly-in drive trip to Yosemite! We're open 8 to 5 daily." - Submitted by Sharon Coolidge.
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8/18/2010
New Pilot Destination Added - Heaven's Landing, Clayton, GA
"Heaven's Landing is the perfect spot for a wonderful Fun Places To Fly getaway. Get ready to knock your socks off. Summer is in full swing. The mountains are lush with growth and the blackberries are bursting. Meet our flying community and owners, share your travel stories, play a game of billiards, or simply relax on the veranda. Give us a Call 800 HEAVEN 2. Plan your visit to enjoy the amenities offered at the Clubhouse and tour the property. For longer stays, let us help plan accommodations and outings. There are numerous nearby outdoor activities - horseback riding, hiking, biking, rafting - as well as fantastic shopping. Property tours are available Monday - Friday 9 to 5 and other times by appointment. Contact us today to schedule a private extensive tour of the surrounding area. Let us know you are coming! We would love to assist you in planning the perfect weekend away. We can direct you to the best the area has to offer in lodging, ground transportation, adventure, and evening dining." - Submitted by Monica Hunt.
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New Aviation Event - Heaven's Landing Lunch Fly In, Clayton, GA - Saturday, Aug 21, 2010
Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 21st. Heaven's Landing is the perfect spot for a wonderful meal, friendly faces, and scenic tours. Get ready to knock your socks off. Summer is in full
New Aviation Event - Fly In Pan Cake Breakfast, Rockford, IL - Sunday, Aug 22, 2010
Fly In Pan Cake Breakfast. EAA Chapter 22 Rockford.
New Aviation Event - Toys for Tots, Oceano, CA - Saturday, Dec 4, 2010
Toys for Tots Fly-In, December 4, 2010 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Make a child smile for Christmas. Join us for our second Toys for Tots Fly-In at Oceano Airport. 10:00 Arrivals. Please bring new u
New Aviation Event - Showdown on the Plains BBQ, Fly-in, and Airshow, Scott City, KS - Saturday, Sep 11, 2010
BBQ professionals and amateurs will be competing for a $5,000 purse and the afternoon highlight will be a gravity-defying aerobatics. Show by pilots Brian Correll and Patrick Carter (www.welkinae
8/17/2010
New Pilot Destination Added - The Runway Restaurant, Quincy, IL
"A Quincy Tradition! The Runway Restaurant overlooks beautiful Baldwin Field. Come enjoy a great home cooked meal anytime of the day and relax as you take pleasure from the view of the airport's peaceful atmosphere. Runway offers a full breakfast and lunch menu with daily dinner specials. Come out and enjoy one of Quincy's best keep secrets. Mon - Thurs: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm. Fri: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm. Sat: 8:00 am - 6:30 pm. Sun: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm." - Submitted by Brock Boss.
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Pilot Destination Update - Heritage in Flight - WWII Aero Museum, Lincoln, IL
"The museum is housed in a World War II German POW barracks that was in a POW camp near Macomb, Illinois called Camp Ellis. The contents of the HIF Museum include memorabilia and artifacts from all of the military conflicts dating back to World War I. On display are mementos donated by veterans and those on the home front. Various military branches have also donated many aircraft and other military vehicles that are located outside the museum. The rotating beacon at the Logan County Airport (AAA) was part of the lighted airway system route from St. Louis to Chicago. This was the route that Charles Lindbergh flew as an airmail pilot. This is an old museum that is being updated by volunteers (so donations are greatly appreciated) ." - Submitted by sstolarik.
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New Aviation Event - EAA Young Eagle Rally - Fly In & Poker Fly Out, Vidalia, GA - Friday, Sep 10, 2010
Come join us for our 9th annual Young Eagles Rally & fly in. We will be giving Young Eagle rides from 10am-12pm. There will be several other aircraft on static display for viewing as well. The
New Aviation Event - EAA1211 Fall Fly-In, Blairsville, GA - Saturday, Sep 18, 2010
EAA1211 invites all pilots, flyers, builders and EAA members to join us for good food, airplanes and friendly conversation. Time 10am - 2pm. Burgers, hotdogs and brats. $5.00 donation requeste
8/16/2010
New Pilot Destination Added - Uncle Ernie's, Panama City, FL
"Was closer when KPFN was open, but amazing food here. Grab a crew car, or a rental if staying for more than a couple hours. Mostly locals eat here. The restaurant offers a great selection of tasty entrees, with many choices of fresh seafood, delightful “munchies,” crisp salads with savory toppings, mouth-watering sandwiches, and an assortment of appetizing menu items for you and your family and friends to choose from. Delicious homemade desserts that are truly made special." - Submitted by Michael Ladd.
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8/15/2010
New Pilot Destination Added - Mt. Pleasant Texas / A Pleasant Place to Visit, Mt. Pleasant, TX
"Mt. Pleasant has a beautiful NEW airport with 6000 ft paved runway. It got Airport of the year and the manager Paul Henderson got airport manager of the year. The service is beyond description. Fly in and grab one of two crew cars and enjoy great resurants nearby." - Submitted by Scott.
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New Aviation Event - National Aviation Day Celebration, Kill Devil Hills, NC - Thursday, Aug 19, 2010
Thursday, August 19, 2010 will be a family fun day at Wright Brothers National Memorial as the National Park Service celebrates National Aviation Day and Orville Wright’s 139th birthday. Orville
New Aviation Event - 4th Annual All-You-Can Eat Sphagetti Dinner, Factoryville, PA - Saturday, Aug 28, 2010
4th Annual Fly-in/Drive-in All-You-Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner. In addition, salad, roll, soft drink, coffee, tea, dessert. Just $7 for adults; $3 for children 10 and under. 2 to 6 p.m. Airport ad
8/14/2010
New Aviation Event - World's Oldest Free Fly-In & Air Show, Fairview, OK - Saturday, Nov 13, 2010
59th Annual Fairview Fly-In & Air Show. Free breakfast to all who fly in 7-10 a.m., Free turkey for every 10th plane, Veterans Ceremony, Lunch available 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Air Show 1 p.m.
Pilot Destination Update - 356th Fighter Group Restaurant, North Canton, OH
"356 is a nice stop for the WWII enthusiasts. It is built like a European WWII era restaurant with a lot of memorabilia. Only hickup - you cant taxi to the restaurant. Call ahead to an FBO and see if you can get ground transportation." - Submitted by Jim.
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Pilot Destination Update - Fayette Regional Air Center Airport, La Grange, TX
"For a great visit to La Grange, have dinner at Bistro 108 just off the main town square, then catch some high quality original live music at The Bugle Boy, a WWII barracks building that has been converted to a music listening room. Many nice BBs in the area, and antique shopping in the Round Rock area, give you plenty of options for things to do." - Submitted by Alicia.
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Pilot Destination Update - King's Pointe Waterpark Resort, Storm Lake, IA
"I came in to Storm Lake on a Sunday afternoon. It may be hard to find transportation into town from the airport. We called a friend and it worked out just fine-he liked it for we gave him an airplane ride around the lake." - Submitted by Bruce Voigts.
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8/13/2010
New Aviation Event - Butterfield Trail Fly-In and Hangar Dance, San Angelo, TX - Saturday, Sep 18, 2010
Butterfield Trail Fly-In and Hangar Dance September 18, 2010. Barbecue at lunch and a lot of fun. "1940's" Hangar Dance that night. More info; Go to: FlyButterfield.com
New Aviation Event - Plane Crazy Saturday, Mojave, CA - Saturday, Aug 21, 2010
The free monthly event is sponsored by the Mojave Transportation Museum Foundation and everyone is welcome. Wear sunscreen!! Bring the kids and a camera! Voyager Restaurant opens at 8 a.m. for br
8/12/2010
New Aviation Event - Bob Evans Radio Control Fly-In, Rio Grande, OH - Saturday - Sunday, Aug 14-15, 2010
Site: Bob Evans Farm. William Carper CD PH: 740-286-2915 Email: billcarper@juno.com. Event 520(JSO). Division 1 (for those never winning a trophy), Div 2 (open to all others). Champion class (win
New Aviation Event - Fly In-Drive-In Breakfast, Hillsville, VA - Saturday, Aug 14, 2010
EAA Chapter 1426 is conducting a Fly-In-Drive-In Breakfast on Saturday, August 14, 2010 from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. Come out or fly in and enjoy homemade pancakes with all the trimmings. View the h
New Aviation Event - Land of Enchantment Fly-in, Moriarity, NM - Saturday - Sunday, Sep 11-12, 2010
September 11 & 12 – Land of Enchantment Fly-in sponsored by EAA Chapter 179 in Moriarity, NM 0E0. Saturday 9/11 Pancake/sausage breakfast, plane judging numerous categories, hamburger and hotdog
New Aviation Event - Breakfast Fly-In/Drive-In 2010, Hillsville, VA - Saturday, Aug 14, 2010
Saturday, August 14th. Everyone Welcome! Tell All Your Friends. Food, Drinks, & Fellowship from 8:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Proceeds go to the local Experimental Aircraft Chapter 1426.
8/11/2010
New Aviation Event - WARBIRDS ON PARADE, Lancaster, TX - Saturday, Sep 4, 2010
The Dallas/Fort Worth Wing of the Commemorative Air Force invites you to our open house event from 10am-4pm, it is a Salute to Veterans. We expect over 40 warbirds to attend, the CAF B-24A, Ol'92
8/10/2010
New Aviation Event - Cessna SkyCatcher LSA comes to Florida, Orlando, FL - Saturday, Aug 14, 2010
SATURDAY, AUGUST 14, 0900-1300 EDT- FOOD & FUN.
The Cessna SkyCatcher arrives in Central Florida. We are opening our doors to let you check out the new Cessna SkyCatcher LSA and the Cessna Si
New Aviation Event - Fly In – Drive In Chili Lunch, Noble, IL - Saturday, Oct 2, 2010
Homemade Chili, Hotdogs, Chilidogs, Pie, Cake, Ice Cold Drinks. Sponsored by Olney Area Pilots Association EAA 1304
8/9/2010
New Pilot Destination Added - EAA Chapter 1446 Monthly Fly-In, MN
"2nd Saturday every month, 12 noon to ???. Excellent 2500 ft grass strip in beautiful northern Minnesota setting. Free lunch, great comraderie..., FUN!" - Submitted by Gene Ward.
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New Pilot Destination Added - Madeline Island, Wisconsin, WI
"Madeline Island is a very pretty little Island. One of the Lake Superior Apostle Islands. beautiful clear water. Nice little airfield. The place we ate at came and got us from the airport and brought us back. - Super fun little place to go. Quick trip from Duluth Sky Harbor airfield." - Submitted by Mitch.
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Pilot Destination Update - Sky Harbor Airport, MN
"Sky Harbor IS a cool place to fly into. The view of the harbor and all the industry and the bridge is spectacular! However, don't expect any courtesy once you land. No one at the FBO, no courtesy car. Fuel was not priced as advertised. However the Inn on Lake Superior Made up for everything the FBO didn't have. The Inn is Fabulous!!!! If you land there Stay at the Inn on Lake Superior you won't be dissapointed!" - Submitted by Mitch.
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New Pilot Destination Added - Parlin Field Airport, NH
"Great airfield with paved runway and grass strip. Burrito Bar on field along with ice cream, open year round. Bikes available to take a ride into town. Check out the Lil' Red Baron Restaurant, which is within walking distance." - Submitted by Lisa.
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8/8/2010
New Pilot Destination Added - Sky Harbor Airport, MN
"Airport is located near scenic Duluth harbor, gorgeous destination on Lake Superior." - Submitted by Gene Lee.
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New Aviation Event - Third Annual Grace Flight Air Race and Fly In, Denison, TX - Saturday, Oct 2, 2010
Open course timed speed racing open to all pilots and all propeller driven aircraft. Fun, Fair, Safe. Awards and prizes. A Sport Air Racing League Championship Point event. Fly In and enjoy K
New Aviation Event - EAA 555 Breakfast, Las Cruces, NM - Sunday, Aug 15, 2010
EAA Breakfast, 2 huge pancakes, Spanish omelet, bacon or sausage, fruit serving - all for $6. Come and enjoy the planes, old cars, and the chit chat. 8:00 - 10:00
New Aviation Event - Mid-America Antique Airplane Group 8th Annual Fly-In, Halstead, KS - Friday - Saturday, Aug 13-14, 2010
Mid-America Antique Airplane Group 8th Annual Fly-In. Saturday August 14th. Schedule of Events. Breakfast 7:30am—9:30am Donations Accepted. 10:00 a.m. Parade Fly-Over (Pilot Briefing 9:30). Start
8/7/2010
New Pilot Destination Added - Winter Haven's Gilbert Airport, FL
"Richard's Fine Coffee was a great stop for lunch. They serve hot cold gourmet sandwiches and gourmet coffee as the name implies. The restaurant which is located in the relatively new terminal building, is very clean and modern.The staff is friendly and the food is excellent. I had a tuna salad sandwich and my co-pilot had a huge Cobb salad could not finish it. Everything was fresh and delicious." - Submitted by Steve.
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New Pilot Destination Added - Runway Cafe, NJ
"Blairstown airport features a runway cafe right at the field where you can appreciate lots of activities and all sorts of aircraft and glider towing. Food at the cafe is great!" - Submitted by Nelson Dee.
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Pilot Destination Update - Albert Whitted Airport, FL
"There is a new restaurant on the field with a great view of the airport and Tampa Bay. The food is good and the setting rather nice for an airport restaurant. The flight in has spectacular sights." - Submitted by john nadon.
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New Pilot Destination Added - ADM Pancake Breakfast, OK
"Fly-In Pancake Breakfast. Every second Saturday 08:00 to 10:00 in the Hanger directly behind the control tower. Sponsored by Lakeland Aviation. Free to all, donations are accepted. Come enjoy breakfast and great fellowship with old friends and make some new one! See you there!" - Submitted by Bill Holbrook.
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8/6/2010
New Aviation Event - Wine Tasting, Martinsville, VA - Saturday, Aug 14, 2010
Time 4:30pm to 8:00pm fun evening in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Good food at the Flying Pig BBQ and wonderful wines of Preston Ridge Vineyard.
8/5/2010
New Aviation Event - B-17 Tour Stop, Leesburg, VA - Friday - Sunday, Sep 10-12, 2010
EAA's B-17 "Aluminum Overcast" Salute to Veterans tour. Take a once in a lifetime ride in one of the few remaining Flying Fortresses from WWII or tour this historic bomber while on static display
New Aviation Event - EAA Chapter 186, Winchester, VA - Saturday - Sunday, Oct 2-3, 2010
Two days of family fun. Fly-in aircraft, classic cars. pancake breakfast each day. Featuring the Berlin Airlift Historical Foundation's C-54 "Spirit of Freedom" with candy drop on Sunday.
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8/4/2010
New Aviation Event - Free Ice Cream Friday Fly-in, Southampton, NJ - Friday, Aug 13, 2010
Fly in Friday night for free ice cream . Camp over for Pancake breakfast 8am -11am Benefit Jack Allen Museum
New Aviation Event - Silver Springs Airport for Reno Air Races, Silver Springs, NV - Wednesday - Sunday, Sep 15-19, 2010
Airplane parking on our new ramp, comfortable pilot's lounge, fuel available, transportation into Reno for pilots who want to be worry-free. Space is limited so make your reservation today!
New Aviation Event - Commander Owners Group (COG) Annual Fly-In, Jekyll Island, GA - Friday - Sunday, Sep 24-26, 2010
Annual gathering of Single Engine Commanders, their owners and pilots, for a fun time. Registation and Event details cam be found on the web home page.
8/3/2010
Pilot Destination Update - Alexander Field, WI
"Nice FBO and short walk to the mini golf course. Enjoyed 18 holes and ice cream afterwards." - Submitted by Jason.
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8/2/2010
New Pilot Destination Added - Hickory Aviation Museum, NC
"The Hickory Aviation Museum, operated by the Sabre Society of North Carolina, is located at the airport in Hickory, North Carolina. Static aircraft displays are located on the former terminal ramp, and the visitor center is in the former passenger terminal. Hours of Operation: Saturdays: 10:00am until 5:00pm. Sundays: 1:00pm until 5:00pm. Some Friday hours too. Other times by appointment. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. If you are there Friday say 'Hi' to Harvey Dancy - he makes Friday hours possible." - Submitted by Peter.
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New Aviation Event - PARTY IN PARADISE at Seminole Casino Immokalee, IMMOKALEE, FL - Saturday, Aug 7, 2010
SUMMER FUN IN THE SUN! FREE ADMISSION* 2pm - 6pm. Featuring the CARIBBEAN CHILLERS Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band
Complimentary transportation from the airport to the Seminole Casino Immokalee. *Must
New Aviation Event - 17th Annual Wings/AMT Weekend, Latrobe, PA - Friday - Sunday, Sep 17-19, 2010
Wings Weekend 2010 offers Pilots/Mechanics free safety seminars.Pilots get up to 3 hrs free flgt instruction, your acft or rent, with seminars all 3 days plus Fri eve. Mechanics satisfy 8 hrs tow
New Aviation Event - AVIATION DAY - FLY IN, PAOLI, IN - Saturday, Oct 2, 2010
AVIATION DAY FLY-IN 8AM TIL 4PM. AIRPLANES AND HELICOPTERS. AIRPLANE RIDES, DISPLAYS AND FOOD. PILOTS FLYING IN CAN REGISTER FOR FREE FOOD. BREAKFAST AND LUNCH SERVED. SAUSAGE & BISCUITS, PANCAKE
7/28/2010
Pilot Destination Update - Blue Pig BBQ, OK
"The Blue Pig is closed permanantly. Airport managment is looking for a new tennant to open the Cafe." - Submitted by Okie.
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New Aviation Event - Second Annual Tom Barnes Memorial RV Fly-In, Poplar Grove, IL - Sunday, Sep 12, 2010
A gathering of Vans RV aircraft and enthusiasts. Pancake breakfast will beging at 7:30 am and continue till 11:30.
7/27/2010
Pilot Destination Update - Area 51 Restaurant, TX
"Fantastic burgers and a very friendly staff. I highly recommend stopping by this place. Very easy to get to, just park your plane right in front of the restaurant. Prices are great too. We visited on a Saturday and got there right when they opened at 11am. Service was prompt." - Submitted by Mike.
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Pilot Destination Update - Lakeway Airpark, TX
"Flew into Lakeway Airport 3R9 to go to the Lakeway Resort. Very nice airport. If landing runway 16 be careful of houses and trees atop the hill on short Final. If taking off Runway 34 on a high density altitude day, be careful of those same houses/trees - make sure you have enough power and use all available runway. No operations from sunset to sunrise. Courtesy pick-up / drop-off from the Resort was great. The bar and restaurant were great, with daily happy hour from 3:00-6:00 serving half-priced drinks and appetizers. The view of the lake is beautiful. The Resort pools are awesome!! Well worth the trip. Looking forward to going back again soon." - Submitted by Ryan.
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New Aviation Event - EAA 518 Fly In Breakfast, Reedsville, PA - Saturday, Aug 14, 2010
EAA 518 Fly-In Drive-In Breakfast 8:00 am. to11:00 am.
7/23/2010
Pilot Destination Update - Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, WI
"I just flew there last week. Rented kayaks and Ed picked us up at the airport. Very nice. Perfectly clear water. Don't expect to do much swimming though, unless unusually warm lake temp becomes more common. Had dinner at The Pub and it was very good. Perfect date trip. Runway is recently repaved and in very good shape. Be ready for a variety of wind on final. DA at departure was 2500, so keep in mind it's only 3000 ft long." - Submitted by Bob.
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Pilot Destination Update - Jake Culpeeper's Cattle Co, MO
"The pulled pork sandwich is delicious!
5923 Hwy 54, Osage Beach MO, 573-348-8989. 10% discount coupon at this link:
http://www.jakeculpeeperscattleco.com/Jake_Culpeepers/coupon.html We'll be happy to pick you up at the airport and take you back. Just give us a call 573-348-8989
" - Submitted by E Staley.
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New Pilot Destination Added - Flight Deck Grill, CO
"Flight Deck Grill offers breakfast or lunch in an outdoor casual setting. Their mobile cafe is a fun change from the traditional brick and mortar restaurants we've all frequented way to often. You'll sit outdoors and in 'plane' view while enjoying menu items such as the Top Gun Burrito, Middle Seat Sandwich or Pilot's Pastry for breakfast... oh, and don't forget a hot cup of Jet Fuel or Low Lead coffee of course.
After 11:00, you'll want to try their Single Engine Black Angus Burger, a Rocky Brat yep,,, a bufffalo brat, the Fuselasage spicy Italian sausage, Whirly Bird or Red Baron.... or for our VegHeads, the Crop Duster. HOURS OF OPERATION: Tuesday – Thursday @ Airport Entrance. Friday – Sunday @ Air West Parking Lot. 7:30 – 2ish… good VFR days. Closed on Mondays and the following dates: 7/25, 7/31, 8/3-8/7, 8/21, 8/28-29, 9/25. Why not make a stop @ LMO and fuel up, while you fuel up. We'd love to see you! Dian Chad Rennicke" - Submitted by Diann Rennicke.
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7/22/2010
New Fun Place To Fly - Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield, WI
"Fly to Madeline Island located in Lake Superior, walk 15 min to the ferry boat landing locals will give you a ride, and head over to the resort town of Bayfield. Shops, summer Big Top Chautauqua shows, sailing, fresh fruit farms cherries, raspberries, strawberries, apples, wreck diving, lighthouses, and beautiful scenery. Visit the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, a group of 21 uninhabited islands. Call Apostle Islands Rentals at 800-842-1199 and ask about Lakeshore Getaway, a home available for nightly rental located just 1 mile north of town on 3 acres of forest land and 300' of lakeshore." Submitted by Dan.
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Fun Place to Fly Update - Cafe Eccell - Grill and Fresh Seafood Bistro, College Station, TX
"Did a repeat visit on July 18, 2010, Cafe Eccell is still a great place to have dinner. The airport is very accommodating with a courtesy car...a great evening was had by all!!" - Submitted by N732TY.
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Pilot Destination Update - The Hangar Hotel and Airport Diner, TX
"We flew in and ate lunch at the Diner. It was like going back in time. What a cool place! Food was great and nice people!" - Submitted by Mike Watson.
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New Pilot Destination Added - Mesquite Metro Airport, TX
"Mesquite Metro has a spacious and beautiful facility. The folks they are very nice and the service is great. Reasonable fuel prices. A great place to stop, rest and get something to drink. Hours: 8:00am to 8:00pm 7 Days a Week." - Submitted by Mike Watson.
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New Aviation Event - EAA 622 Fly in / Drive in Breakfast, Danville, IL - Saturday, Sep 11, 2010
Fly in/Drive in breakfast - 7 am to 11 am > Sat. 9 /11/2010. War birds static display & car show. Menu Pancakes, Sausage, Biscuits & Gravy. $6.00 donation.
7/15/2010
New Fun Place To Fly - Mon Ami Restaurant and Winery, Port Clinton, OH
"Old winery with great atmosphere, live entertaiment, and great food. Open year round. Call from PCW and they will come and get you. Restaurant is about 3 miles away. Web site has more details. Airport Website." Submitted by Chuck Mosier.
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Fun Place to Fly Update - Warren Sheets Airport, Warren, OH
"Bird Dog George is real!!! Met him while refueling his L-19 Birddog, a GREAT LOOKING MACHINE, and he invited us to go down to Salem Airport and have some lunch with his flying buds!!! What a fun time and to meet a good bunch of Aviators from varied backgrounds. A Great Day with Good people!!!!" - Submitted by Doug Robison.
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7/14/2010
Fun Place to Fly Update - Skidmarks Cafe, Apple Valley, CA
"Great place to get a good breakfast. They also have BBQ ribs, and homemade pies! Good service and reasonable prices. The Cafe is in the terminal of the Apple Valley Airport." - Submitted by Mike Watson.
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Fun Place to Fly Update - Los Baños Municipal Airport, Los Baños, CA
"KLSN is still a very nice Airfield to fly to for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Ryan's Place for good food, pleasant personell and also good prices. SSFuel is still very reasonable. The Supermarket has a new name for a few years now, it's now: La Esperanza. They speak english also. Some canned drinks are close to experation - 49cents. The distance to all these is just under 3 minutes walk from tie-down. But be careful crossing the very busy Hi-way 152, Traffic wil not stop for crossing Pilots." - Submitted by Joe Whoo.
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New Fun Place To Fly - Wings of Dreams Aviation Museum, Starke, FL
"The mission of Wings of Dreams, a 501c3 charitable organization, is to preserve the legacy of pioneer aviatiors, courageous combat airmen and often unrecognized service of the Women Airforce Service Pilots WASP. Using exhibits, programs, workshops, symposiums and air shows, Wings of Dreams will remind and enlighten the public, particularly younger generations, of the significant events of World War II, the greatest conflict in human history, and showcase the colorful chapters of aviation history and America’s space program." Submitted by Mike Watson.
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7/12/2010
New Fun Place To Fly - Zion Fly Inn, Hurricane, UT
"Southern Utah Fly in BB. Fly in and sleep with your plane right outside your door. Please visit our website for more info and reservations." Submitted by Bonnie Shawn.
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Fun Place to Fly Update - Florida Flying Gators Airpark, Groveland, FL
"Drop in sometime and visit the club during the monthly meeting. Club meetings are 10am the first Saturday of each month at the airfield clubhouse." - Submitted by Rex.
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7/9/2010
Fun Place to Fly Update - The Outer Marker Café, Titusville, FL
"Flew in for lunch yesterday. FBO gentleman came out and chocked my nose wheel before i could get out of the plane. Very friendly and showed us to the entrance of the Outer Marker Cafe. Food was good, hot and fast. Very busy as previous reviewer stated. Staff really friendly and attentive." - Submitted by Steve.
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7/8/2010
Fun Place to Fly Update - Apache Pass , Rockdale, TX
"As the gentelman said, we are not open for business yet and when we are the under construction issues will be correct although we have used the runway for several years for our private and friends aircraft and it has worked fine. The hangers on the north end are not part of the runway, which will be defined when open for restaurant flyin business. Airnav has dipicted the wrong coordinates and we have posted the new ones of N- 30.41.12 W-97.08.31." - Submitted by Kit.
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Fun Place to Fly Update - The Skyline Cafe, Tyler, TX
"My wife and I ate at the cafe on Saturday - prior to attending the air show at the museum. The burgers were awesome. The fries are great as well! In fact, we were both impressed with the caliber of fries that they served. I've eaten more than my share of 'em over the years, and these were really good. I'd recommend the chili-cheese fries. The chili was outstanding, and more reminiscent of the kind you see winning a chili cook-off which I've judged many of, rather than what you normally get at a restaurant. All that to say, it tasted homemade, and not out of a can! Don't forget to try the homemade Chocolate Cake!! It's outstanding, too!! Our server, Dan, was very nice as well. We'll be back there soon!" - Submitted by Doc Deason.
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7/7/2010
Fun Place to Fly Update - Dixie Chopper Air, Greencastle, IN
"Resturant is now open 7 days a week from 6:30 am until 9pm. Great menu with daily specials." - Submitted by John.
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Fun Place to Fly Updates - Lamberts Cafe, Sikeston, MO
"I've eaten at Lamberts since the 1970's. The foood is outstanding and the proportions are really big. They also provide free pass-arounds which are many of their side dishes plus the famous rolls. These items alone make a meal in itself. The only problem is that after you and your three passengers eat you are guaranteed to be overgross for the return flight. By far, this is the best country diner you will ever get to eat at. They were voted #1 restaurant in America to pig out at by the Food Channel." - Submitted by Bill.
I will agree this is a great restaurant. I used to live near there and it was a real treat. I don't know about the shuttle. It would be nice if someone would add the shuttle phone number." - Submitted by Curtis S. Smith.
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Fun Place to Fly Update - Apache Pass , Rockdale, TX
"Update: Restaurant is scheduled to be open by August 15, 2010. Please check website for exact opening date. Identifier 4XA4. Google Earth coordinates for Apache Pass Airpark: N. 30-41-12 / W. 97-08-31. Some data base coordinates are incorrect. Google Earth coordinates are correct." - Submitted by Kit.
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7/6/2010
New Fun Place To Fly - Lamberts Cafe, Sikeston, MO
"Great home cooking landmark in Southern Missouri appropriately named Home of the Throwed Rolls. If you've never experienced this place you should definitely put it on your list. The local airport KSIK, sits about 3 miles from Lamberts and while you could make the walk...the secret is to call for the shuttle and I'll tell you why; Lamberts is a very popular local and tourist destination so believe me when I say, the lines wrap around the building. Now here comes the secret part...if you fly into the airport and call for shuttle service no charge but Chris always appreciates a tip, they will walk you in the exit door while jokingly says, don't make eye contact. You will be seated immediately, served and chowing down on some of the best southern cooking I've ever experienced...I like to call it Cracker Barrel on steriods. Enjoy." Submitted by Rick.
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7/5/2010
Put Fun Places To Fly Destinations on your own Website!
Now you can have your own Fun Places To Fly webpage on your website! Simply select the states your are interested in on our Widget Builder Page and copy the code provided to any webpage on your website.Want to list seperate webpages for each state? Simply use this form to create a widget for each state seperately and place the generated code below on seperate webpages, like Texas.html, California.html, Florida.html, etc. Want to see a sample? Click HERE!
New Fun Place To Fly - Penny's Diner, Vaughn, NM
"Penny's Diner call 505-584-8733 and transportation will be provided. More Information here." Submitted by Curtis S. Smith.
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New Fun Place To Fly - The Santa Fe Airport Grill, Santa Fe, NM
"Santa Fe grill located in terminal with inside and patio dining. The FBO also offers a car for minimum fuel or $15 currently to go to really nice restaurants in town." Submitted by Curtis S. Smith.
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Fun Place to Fly Update - Gettysburg Battlefield, Gettysburg, PA
"Wanted to fly in and visit the battlefield attractions this past weekend. Called ahead to find out about transportation from the airport. Apparently there are no taxis in Gettysburg and there is no readily available transportation from the airport to town or the battlefield. Too bad. It would be a great destination." - Submitted by Austin.
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Fun Place to Fly Update - Luray Caverns Airport, Luray, VA
"Absolutely great destination. Ken Painter, the airport manager, picked us up plane-side in a van and took us right to the caverns. The caverns are definately a must-see. Ken gave us his card and said just call when we were ready to leave... picked us up 10 minutes after we called and took us right back to the plane. Ken gets five-stars for customer service, and made this destination one of the funnest places to fly in recent memory." - Submitted by Austin.
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6/29/2010
Fun Place to Fly Update - Blue Pig BBQ, Ardmore, OK
"We were there Sunday, 6-27-10.....food was absolutely GREAT!!! The ribs were the best I have ever eaten and the french fries too! There website isn't up and running....we want to know if they can ship us some ribs????????" - Submitted by Chow hound.
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