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ELMSETT AIRFIELD OPEN DAY 2008

20th September 2008
9am to 5pm

Suffolk's best kept secret

A chance to participate in many activities both on the ground and in the air. We're bringing back the "Barnstorming" feel to the air-side with a big emphasis on participation for all you pilots out there!

Here's what's on (at time of going to press):

In the Air....  
Breakfast Patrol
Aviators - come and beat the Elmsett defences to arrive overhead unspotted! For rules of engagement click here!
Flour Bombing
Aviators - have a go and win a prize.
Spot Landing
Aviators - test your skill - win a prize.
Ted Devils
Parachuting teddy bears! Come and see, place your bet and win!
Balloon bursting
Watch a demo by display pilots burst helium balloons as they float away.
Streamer cutting
Watch a demo by display pilots as they cut falling streamers with their propellers!
Helicopter Rides
Ever wanted a go in a rotary? Now's your chance!
Charity Flights
Local pilots, local planes - offering flights for charity in aid of the Air Ambulance.
Auto-gyro display
New kid on the block - Remember "Little Nellie" from James Bond? Come and see what auto-gyros can do!
Yak / Cassutt display
Yak52 and Cassutt formation sounds interesting! Two local pilots show you what each aircraft can do.
Chipmunk/Jodel Limbo
Under the wire! See how low they can go with these pleasing bunch from Norfolk.
Mustang display
You can't beat this item - we'll wake the neighbours!
Wattisham Search & Rescue
Bsed at Elmsett for the day - with a chance to look around.
Arrivals & Departures
We have many visitors coming in and out in various types - to name a few: Mustang, Harvard, Cub, Auster...
All display items are taking place around a new "bent" display line this year to please the crowd even more!
   
On the ground...  
Modified cars show
People who spend £thousands on paint jobs and interior and exterior fits - come and take a look!
Tug-a-plane
Watch the teams compete pulling a heavy plane tug of war style. Quickest team wins!
Childrens rides
Various childrens rides and activities available.
Clay pigeon shoot
Ever shot a gun? Come and give it a try with our expert, safe environment. Real guns, clay pigeons!
Tank Rides
Ride in a tank! Can't be missed!
Picture competition
View the pictures entered by local children in the picture comp.
Stalls, stall, stalls
Loads of stalls of all varieties to keep you amused all day, both comercial and local interest groups.
Food, Drink
Food and drink on tap! You won't go hungry or thirsty!
   

Entrance Fee:
Adults £5, Child (5-12) £2.50, Under 5's free.
Pilots pay landing fee of £10 per aircraft which includes entry.

Download the poster!

For more information, contact us.

 

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