Dear All,
Due to circumstances beyond the control of Today’s Pilot magazine we have unfortunately been forced to cancel the 2004 fly-in at Gamston.
The event, which had been scheduled to take place on June 13, was also due to have hosted the US Classics Fly-In.
Although it is not possible to hold an event at Retford (Gamston) airport the fly-in organising team and myself are still committed to hosting an event in 2004. Consequently we are currently exploring a number of options and will soon enter into discussions with alternative airfields.
The 2003 event saw 107 aircraft visit Gamston in less than ideal weather conditions and we are confident that we can build on this number given the correct weather conditions and the ideal venue.
We would obviously be delighted to hear from any airfields interested in hosting the event – please feel free to call me on 01780 755131 or e-mail [email]stephen.bridgewater@keypublishing.com[/email]
Needless to say this has come as a blow to all of us who have been working so hard on the 2004 fly-in but we remain positive that the event can be moved to a new location and remain such a success.
I will keep you informed over the next few weeks as discussions progress.
Best regards
Steve
Steve Bridgewater
Today’s Pilot – Assistant Editor & Fly-In Co-ordinator
By: Bahnhaus - 30th March 2004 at 20:57
This is awful! God help us. Lets just hope the planned extension doesnt go through.
By: oiitsme - 29th March 2004 at 21:21
nottingham city center
I am a bit concerned about aicraft taxing from Nottingham city center Steve it may cause a bit of a problem!!See you in the pub….
By: Steve Bridgewater - 11th March 2004 at 14:45
Hello again,
Firstly, can I take this opportunity to thank the many airfields that have offered to host fly-in. Your kindness is very much appreciated.
The organising team and I have now been able to reach a decision and in terms of logistics, location and available space we have chosen to relocate the Today’s Pilot fly-in to………..
NOTTINGHAM TOLLERTON AIRPORT (EGBN) ON JUNE 13, 2004
Will Flanagan and his team at Tollerton are very excited about hosting the event and have been able to confirm that the original date of June 13 is available to us.
As you may know, East Midlands Airport has recently renamed itself ‘Nottingham East Midlands’ – despite being a considerable distance from the city of Nottingham. Therefore Today’s Pilot is especially pleased to show our support to the ‘original’ Nottingham airport and clear up any confusion brought about by the name change.
As was previously the case, we are teaming up with the Aeronca Club of Great Britain to host a ‘Gathering of US Classics.’ We hope the event will attract all manner of classic US designs from Cessnas and Pipers, to Luscombes, Stinsons, Stearmans and Mustangs.
This year also marks the 40th anniversary of the maiden flight of the Beechcraft KingAir so we are taking the opportunity to invite KingAir owners to join us on the day.
Thanks to Nottingham Tollerton Airport landing fees are FREE – however visiting pilots are encouraged to make a donation to Breast Cancer Awareness.
There is plenty to do in the area, and the airport is just a three-mile taxi ride from Nottingham City Centre. There are also superb facilities on site – including a restaurant and licensed bar.
Tiger Moth trial flights will also be available on the day– pre-book your flight by calling 0115 9815050
Will Flanagan is arranging a party at the airfield on the Saturday evening, and although the fly-in will only take place on Sunday visiting pilots are welcome to arrive late on Saturday, attend the party and camp with their aeroplane. For more information contact Will on 0115 9815050
For more information please feel free to contact me at the Today’s Pilot office on 01780 755131 or e-mail [email]stephen.bridgewater@keypublishing.com[/email]
Hopefully we will see some of you there?
Steve
Steve Bridgewater
Today’s Pilot Assistant Editor & Fly-In Co-ordinator
Visiting Instructions
Nottingham Tollerton Airport N5255.20 W00104.75
Nottingham Radio 122.80
NDB ‘NOT’ 433.0 (on A/D)
Two Hard Runways PLUS Grass Available
Fuel: 100LL and Jet A1 available
For additional airfield information call 0115 9811327 (tower) or 0115 9815050 (admin) or refer to a current VFR Flight Guide. Airfield open 10.00am – 7.00pm (local). No need to PPR but please call ahead for an on-the-day airfield briefing.
By: Skybolt - 3rd March 2004 at 17:43
Steve,
Why not ask Leicester? Arthur Eldridge, the Club Chairman, is the guy to ask; probably through Ann Giles, the club’s administrator. It has a fairly central location and the new grass parking area can take a huge number of visitors. Malcolm’s grub is excellent as well.
Cheers,
Trapper 69
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February 23, 2004 at 2:18 pm