Carson City Airport Announces 2015 Open House Event
With hopes of generating enthusiasm among young people and using themes of robotics, aviation and aerospace to do it, Carson City Airport's annual open house returns to the skies above the capital city on Saturday, June 20, after a year hiatus.
More than 6,000 visitors attended the event in 2013. This year’s open house, which runs from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., is free to the public. Activities will feature interactive displays, flybys, plane and helicopter demonstrations, robotics demonstrations, food and beverages, bounce house and many more family activities.
“The Carson City Airport is pleased and excited to be holding an Open House this year. Since our main apron was under reconstruction, we were unable to hold the event in 2014," said Tim Rowe, Carson City Airport’s general manager. "The airport and its supporters look forward to offering the public a fantastic opportunity to explore the world of aviation and aerospace. The Carson City Airport is fortunate to be surrounded by numerous aviation and aerospace focused organizations, companies and manufacturers that have a keen interest in promoting and supporting the future of these industries."
Given the aviation and technology themes for this year's event, the Challenger Learning Center and first Progression of Programs will provide interactive displays and activities geared to educate and energize people, young and old, on these exciting career fields. The Challenger Learning Center is a tour of the universe in a mobile planetarium. Also, experience FIRST Robotics, first Tech Challenge, first Lego League, Robotics competition and radio controlled demonstrations will be featured.
The open house event kicks off at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast for purchase provided by Experimental Aircraft Association. The EAA-Young Eagles program will be taking sign-ups for free plane rides for children which will be scheduled for Sunday, June 21.
Flybys begin at 9:30 A.M. and include sky divers and an exhilarating field of planes: P51 Mustang, War Birds, T6 Texan, T33 Shooting Star, F86 Sabre Jet, UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter and more. Planes/helicopters will be landing at the airport for public viewing.
The full host of events includes hot air balloon rides, a bouncy house, face painting, paper airplane contests, various aircraft, food and drink vendors, as well as performances from local dance, tumbling and martial arts studios.
Carson City Airport, located at, 2600 College Parkway, is used regularly by general aviation aircraft, corporate aircraft, and important flight operations including: fire-fighting operations, air ambulance medical flights, and Law Enforcement among others. The airport also offers support for flight schools, air charter services, aircraft sales, aircraft fueling and aircraft maintenance services, as well as being an important hub for business, pleasure, and legislative sessions.
"Collectively, we are dedicated to expanding education and lifelong learning opportunities in the aviation and aerospace fields," added Airport Manager Rowe. "Sadly, these areas are not seeing the volume of interest from young people they once experienced. Ultimately, this will lead to shortages in qualified pilots, maintenance personnel and aerospace engineers.
"The Carson City Airport understands the economic significance of aviation and aerospace to Carson City. Carson City Airport is proud to offer such an outstanding, free event to our community. We encourage everyone to attend,” said Rowe.
The purpose of the Carson City Airport Open House is to raise community awareness of the importance of aviation and aerospace for Carson City and Nevada’s economy. The economic impact of the airport to the local community is estimated at over $30 million annually. Additionally, the event will focus on educating and encouraging our young people to consider careers in the areas of robotics, aviation and aerospace.
For more information on The Carson City Airport Open House, visit: FlyCarsonCity.com or go to the Facebook page here. Call 775.841.2255.
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