LAA confirms Grass Roots Fly-in to go ahead

The Light Aircraft Association (LAA) has confirmed its Grass Roots Fly-in will go ahead from 2 to 4 September at Popham Airfield.

CEO Steve Slater said, “The LAA Grass Roots Fly-in at Popham is go! The LAA’s annual event will open its doors to fly in and drive in visitors on Friday 2nd, Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th September, combining many of the traditional features with an exciting new location.”

Among the confirmed features:

• Indoor and outdoor exhibitors
• Main Exhibition marquee sponsored by LAS Aero, with a wide range of stock available at special show prices
• LAA Speakers Corner, sponsored by Garmin, will be hosting a wide range of experts on Friday and Saturday, including the CAA, Skydemon, Garmin, GASCo and PilotAware, as well as presentations on new types joining the LAA fleet, Continental Touring with Dave White and ‘Drawing the Queens Head’ by Amy Whitewick.
• ‘The Apron’ aircraft park is set to accommodate up to 300 aircraft each day, and will be managed by the North Weald marshallers and the Popham marshalling team. “We will continue our tradition of offering airside access,” said Steve, “a unique opportunity to inspect the aircraft and chat with the owners.”

Hands-on activities will include a GASCo Preflight masterclass, and a chance to learn or practice fabric covering skills with Aircraft Coverings. The LAA Flea Market will be operating allowing visitors to sell unwanted parts and four others to snap up a bargain! There’s an outside catering area with a selection of fast-food and beverage outlets and seating area, while an evening barbeque will be offered at the Spitfire Flying Club clubhouse.

Any pilot wishing to fly in must book a slot. The slot system, run by Popham Airfield, is now live. You must read a copy of the Pilot Briefing Notes. Click here for more info

Arriving by road: Popham Airfield is adjacent to the A303, between Basingstoke and Andover. Car parking is free and will be signposted from the airfield entrance. Address for sat navs is Popham Airfield, Coxford Down, Winchester, SO21 3BD. A limited number of on-site camping places remain available – see the LAA website for booking information and more details.

LAA Chairman Eryl Smith, said, “The LAA Grass Roots Fly-in is all set to deliver our aims, a great, fun, event making the most of Popham’s grass runways and its reputation as one of the most friendly and enthusiastic airfields in the country. It will offer members and guests alike a great weekend at the start of September.”

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