[JYO] New arrival procedures for AOPA Fly-In and Open House June 7
- From: FlyboyEd@xxxxxxx
- To: jyo@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Fri, 30 May 2003 06:37:17 EDT
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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