Airport Day brings aerobatic flyers back to Lt. Warren Eaton airport
NORTH NORWICH – Despite the forecast for some spotty showers on Saturday, it should be sunny and clear enough for flying – as in way up in the sky above Chenango County’s Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport.
After months of preparation and fanfare, a professional aerobatics duo, in flight demonstrations and free plane rides for young, wanna-be-pilots are part of the 21st annual Airport Day scheduled Saturday at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport.
It’s been about 10 years since a bona fide air show was part of Airport Day, and county officials are pleased to bring it back.
“The premier event starts at 1 p.m. and you don’t want to miss it. It’s a free old-fashioned air show. I think it’s pretty big for Norwich,” said event coordinator and maintenance worker Franklin Turner.
Norwich Supervisor David C. Law, who as chairman of the Chenango County Planning and Economic Development Committee, pushed hard all year long for Airport Day to go on.
He said he anticipated more than 2,000 people to attend.
“It might not be quite like in the old days when several thousand people were lined up in their cars up and down Route 12 waiting to get in, but Airport Day is one of those great traditions we’ve had. Plus, it’s an opportunity to show off our gem of an airport,” he said during a meeting this past fall with fellow county supervisors where runway improvements, new t-hangars and business-promoting ideas were being discussed.
The festivities take place from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the airport located just a few miles north of the City of Norwich. They begin with a Norwich Rotary-sponsored pancake breakfast. Displays and presentations are scheduled in the morning with a radio controlled aircraft show beginning at noon followed by featured performers, the Iron Eagles Aerobatics Team of Canaan, Conn. at 1.
Iron Eagles is a dynamic duo that flies challenging and close formations at a very fast pace. From their crossfire takeoff to the switchblade hammerhead, they are one of the most exciting and dynamic flying teams on the airshow circuit today, according to Turner.
Young Eagle flights for youths are part of Airport Day offerings. Children ages 8 through 17 with parental permission are invited to come register and fly free of charge with a volunteer pilot. Chapter 1204 of the Experimental Aircraft Association is pleased to offer the educational exposure to the world of flying.
Delaware Aviation of Sidney will offer adult rides at about $25 each.
The New York State Troopers, the Oneonta RC Flyers, Chenango County Sheriff’s Department, the Chenango County Historical Society and Northeast Classic Car Museum are just a few of the organizations participating with displays and demonstrations. About 15 private organizations that serve Chenango County will be on hand at the event. Spectators will have the opportunity to meet representatives and learn how the agencies help improve the quality of life in Chenango County.
“There will be a large assortment of aircraft, experimental aircraft, radio controlled aircraft – lots to do for the entire family,” Turner said.
Rotary will also offer lunch.
Chenango County Airport Administrator Donald W. MacIntosh said workers were busy yesterday mowing the grounds, marking out spots for displays and making last minute touches.
“We’ve had a lot of good response. Everything’s still on schedule. It should be a great event,” he said.
Planning and safety for the day is provided by the TASIS Group.
After months of preparation and fanfare, a professional aerobatics duo, in flight demonstrations and free plane rides for young, wanna-be-pilots are part of the 21st annual Airport Day scheduled Saturday at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport.
It’s been about 10 years since a bona fide air show was part of Airport Day, and county officials are pleased to bring it back.
“The premier event starts at 1 p.m. and you don’t want to miss it. It’s a free old-fashioned air show. I think it’s pretty big for Norwich,” said event coordinator and maintenance worker Franklin Turner.
Norwich Supervisor David C. Law, who as chairman of the Chenango County Planning and Economic Development Committee, pushed hard all year long for Airport Day to go on.
He said he anticipated more than 2,000 people to attend.
“It might not be quite like in the old days when several thousand people were lined up in their cars up and down Route 12 waiting to get in, but Airport Day is one of those great traditions we’ve had. Plus, it’s an opportunity to show off our gem of an airport,” he said during a meeting this past fall with fellow county supervisors where runway improvements, new t-hangars and business-promoting ideas were being discussed.
The festivities take place from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the airport located just a few miles north of the City of Norwich. They begin with a Norwich Rotary-sponsored pancake breakfast. Displays and presentations are scheduled in the morning with a radio controlled aircraft show beginning at noon followed by featured performers, the Iron Eagles Aerobatics Team of Canaan, Conn. at 1.
Iron Eagles is a dynamic duo that flies challenging and close formations at a very fast pace. From their crossfire takeoff to the switchblade hammerhead, they are one of the most exciting and dynamic flying teams on the airshow circuit today, according to Turner.
Young Eagle flights for youths are part of Airport Day offerings. Children ages 8 through 17 with parental permission are invited to come register and fly free of charge with a volunteer pilot. Chapter 1204 of the Experimental Aircraft Association is pleased to offer the educational exposure to the world of flying.
Delaware Aviation of Sidney will offer adult rides at about $25 each.
The New York State Troopers, the Oneonta RC Flyers, Chenango County Sheriff’s Department, the Chenango County Historical Society and Northeast Classic Car Museum are just a few of the organizations participating with displays and demonstrations. About 15 private organizations that serve Chenango County will be on hand at the event. Spectators will have the opportunity to meet representatives and learn how the agencies help improve the quality of life in Chenango County.
“There will be a large assortment of aircraft, experimental aircraft, radio controlled aircraft – lots to do for the entire family,” Turner said.
Rotary will also offer lunch.
Chenango County Airport Administrator Donald W. MacIntosh said workers were busy yesterday mowing the grounds, marking out spots for displays and making last minute touches.
“We’ve had a lot of good response. Everything’s still on schedule. It should be a great event,” he said.
Planning and safety for the day is provided by the TASIS Group.
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