[JYO] New arrival procedures for AOPA Fly-In and Open House June 7

        

May 29 — The fun and information pilots are used to getting from <A 
href="/special/fly-in/">AOPA's 
Fly-In and Open House</A> will stay the same. Other aspects of the 13th annual 
event, 
on June 7, will change from previous years.
Admission to the AOPA Fly-In and Open House and all seminars is free and open 
to everyone. In addition to the seminars, visitors can check out the <A 
href="/sweeps/">AOPA 
Centennial of Flight Sweepstakes</A> aircraft: a fully restored, 1940 Waco 
UPF-7 
biplane. The Waco joins more than two dozen other aircraft on display on the 
AOPA 
ramp. In addition to the aircraft, more than 100 aviation vendors will display 
their wares.
There are a number of differences from past AOPA Fly-Ins, beginning with the 
arrival procedures. AOPA has worked with the FAA to develop procedures to 
ensure pilots stay clear of the area's flight restrictions. Pilots should 
become 
familiar with the boundaries of the Washington ADIZ and the Camp David 
Prohibited Area (P-40), as well as the <A 
href="/special/fly-in/2003/index_procedures.html">arrival procedures</A> in 
place for the event.
Other major changes include the need for arriving aircraft to squawk 1207 
prior to reaching Mt. Airy. As in past years, a temporary control tower will be 
in effect from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. the day of the event.
Frederick Municipal Airport (FDK) has begun work on improvements to its 
runways and taxiways. Some of that construction may have an impact on airport 
operations during the event. Pilots should expect delays upon arrival and 
departure 
and during ground operations. Pilots are also advised to review all FDK 
notams and closely adhere to all air traffic control instructions and 
procedures.
AOPA staff will be on hand to assist in facilitating the flow of aircraft 
into and out of parking areas. Due to the large number of aircraft anticipated, 
pilots should plan on parking on the grass. Recent wet weather, coupled with 
the ongoing construction, has limited the number of available aircraft parking 
areas. Pilots may encounter delays as parking areas fill.
IFR arrivals and departures should expect significant delays; VFR operations 
are strongly encouraged.
AOPA has worked with the city to increase automobile parking available for 
those driving to the event. Attendees will be directed to available parking 
areas upon their arrival, with shuttle bus service provided from remote parking 
areas throughout the day.
For more information, directions, or aircraft arrival procedures, visit <A 
href="/special/fly-in/">AOPA 
Online</A>.
03-2-161x

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