Airport Day ... ready for take off
NORWICH – Come June, hundreds of eyes will be on the sky for an exhilarating spectacle of aerobatics at the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport in Norwich. It’s simply an exciting event that area flight fanatics can look forward to as county officials and local businesses host the 23rd annual Airport Day from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 8.
Airport Day has long been a staple to promote Chenango County’s own aviation center, featuring displays of planes and plane engines, hangers, communication equipment, plane rides; and only recently, the return of an authentic aerobatic show for the enjoyment of those watching from the ground - a highlighted feature that had been absent from Airport for nearly ten years until 2011.
“This is a free community event to foster Lt. Warren Eaton Airport and aviation to our surrounding communities,” explained Airport Day coordinator Franklin Turner, adding that the extravaganza is paid for and sponsored 100 percent by local businesses.
Airport Day takes off with the North Norwich and Mt. Upton Fire Department pancake breakfast at 7 a.m., followed by Young Eagles flight sign-ups at 8 a.m. for young wannabe pilots.
“The EAA Chapter 1204 will host free plane rides for children ages 8 through 17, from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m.,” said Turner. A parent signature is required for youth to head skyward. Plane rides will also be available for participants 17 and older beginning at 8:30 a.m., for $30 per passenger.
Airport festivities continue with open community displays of public and private agencies at 9 a.m., aircraft arrivals and static displays at 10 a.m., and presentations and aircraft demonstrations at 11 a.m.
“A variety of aircrafts will be on display this year, including the LifeNet Helicopter and a 1954 Beech C-45H cargo plane from Geneseo, NY,” Turner said.
If planes weren’t enough, children will also have the chance to explore the inside of a hot air balloon during a balloon walk, courtesy of RC Aircrafts of Oneonta.
But the Airport Day highlight, said Turner, takes place at 1 p.m., when the Dan Marcotte aerobatic show takes to the sky. Marcotte’s show features the specialized air born maneuvers at speeds of up to 250 mph, with special aerobatic feats like airplane tumbles, tailslides, spins and skilled signature stunts.
David Law, chairman of the Chenango Planning Board and longtime advocate of the Chenango County based airport, said even though last year’s airport day was a washout, hopes are high that this year will propel more plane enthusiasts to enjoy the event.
“We are very excited about it, like always,” said Law. “Hopefully, we’ll have a great day and good weather ... It’s always a great event. Our big hit is giving the kids the chance to go for a ride and see what Chenango County looks like from the air.”
For more information on Airport Day, contact the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport at 334-9430.
Airport Day has long been a staple to promote Chenango County’s own aviation center, featuring displays of planes and plane engines, hangers, communication equipment, plane rides; and only recently, the return of an authentic aerobatic show for the enjoyment of those watching from the ground - a highlighted feature that had been absent from Airport for nearly ten years until 2011.
“This is a free community event to foster Lt. Warren Eaton Airport and aviation to our surrounding communities,” explained Airport Day coordinator Franklin Turner, adding that the extravaganza is paid for and sponsored 100 percent by local businesses.
Airport Day takes off with the North Norwich and Mt. Upton Fire Department pancake breakfast at 7 a.m., followed by Young Eagles flight sign-ups at 8 a.m. for young wannabe pilots.
“The EAA Chapter 1204 will host free plane rides for children ages 8 through 17, from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m.,” said Turner. A parent signature is required for youth to head skyward. Plane rides will also be available for participants 17 and older beginning at 8:30 a.m., for $30 per passenger.
Airport festivities continue with open community displays of public and private agencies at 9 a.m., aircraft arrivals and static displays at 10 a.m., and presentations and aircraft demonstrations at 11 a.m.
“A variety of aircrafts will be on display this year, including the LifeNet Helicopter and a 1954 Beech C-45H cargo plane from Geneseo, NY,” Turner said.
If planes weren’t enough, children will also have the chance to explore the inside of a hot air balloon during a balloon walk, courtesy of RC Aircrafts of Oneonta.
But the Airport Day highlight, said Turner, takes place at 1 p.m., when the Dan Marcotte aerobatic show takes to the sky. Marcotte’s show features the specialized air born maneuvers at speeds of up to 250 mph, with special aerobatic feats like airplane tumbles, tailslides, spins and skilled signature stunts.
David Law, chairman of the Chenango Planning Board and longtime advocate of the Chenango County based airport, said even though last year’s airport day was a washout, hopes are high that this year will propel more plane enthusiasts to enjoy the event.
“We are very excited about it, like always,” said Law. “Hopefully, we’ll have a great day and good weather ... It’s always a great event. Our big hit is giving the kids the chance to go for a ride and see what Chenango County looks like from the air.”
For more information on Airport Day, contact the Lt. Warren E. Eaton Airport at 334-9430.
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