Welcome to Van Sant Airport
Yes my friends, you are all welcome to see what we believe is the greatest airfield on this planet. For over 50 years this piece of aviation earth has had a character and charisma all its own. It is a land of history embedded in its name alone, along with all sorts of antiques about to back up its stories. There is so much to see and do at this exciting "Airfield-Park", called Van Sant, that you just have to come and experience a day in paradise for yourself.
Our job is to educate, provide entertainment, restore, maintain, fly and have fun while staying safe and conservative. With respect and a focus on happiness, our success will follow with the help of you, our friends, neighbors and fellow aviators.
WINGS AND WHEELS, OCTOBER 27 2024!
Arrival and Departure Procedures
- Vansant Airport Wings and Wheels (9N1): October 27, 2024. Pilots should expect increased VFR traffic during daylight hours within 10 NM of the airport area on this date. Participating aircraft may not be equipped with ADS-B or were not originally certificated with an electrical system, or that have not subsequently been certified with such a system installed. Participating pilots are requested to communicate position/intentions (via installed or hand-held equipment) and operate all available aircraft lighting systems approaching/departing 9N1.
- Pilots intending to land at 9N1 should be prepared for the possibility of having to divert to an alternate airport. Preflight planning should include fuel reserves for this possibility.
- Pilots that do not have installed two-way radio communications capability on their aircraft are encouraged to utilize hand-held equipment for this purpose. This will facilitate position and pilot intention communication between aircraft and/or Air Boss.
- On October 27, Runway 23, will be closed via NOTAM. Runway 7 or 25 will also be closed via NOTAM based on the prevailing wind for the day. All traffic utilize left hand patterns and sequence appropriately with other aircraft. If spacing is compromised, exit the traffic pattern and rejoin.
9N1 CTAF/UNICOM 122.8
ABE APPR: 119.65 124.45
9N1 Pattern Alltitude 1400
- Traffic pattern Rwy 7: Left. Traffic pattern Rwy 25: Left
- No 'Fly By's, No Touch and Go operations during the event
- Aircraft Parking will be on the North Side of the airport just south of transient parking. Marshallers will be available and wearing hi-viz vests. Air boss will be on 122.8 for directions.
- Contact airport personnel prior to taxiing for fuel. Fuel is available, but priority will be given to based aircraft performing ride operations on the day of the event. It is recommended to tanker in fuel during the event.
Note: This web page does not constitute a waiver of any Federal Aviation rules or regulations. It does not constitute a waiver of any state law or local ordinance.
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Rides, instruction and rentals are available within this flying circus of Biplanes, Cubs, Champs, Taylorcrafts and Gliders. Many other makes and models of antique aircraft are based on or visit our field that it feels like we have our very own airshow every weekend while antique - classic cars & motorcycles are lining the parking lot. The picnic area provides a fantastic shaded spot to watch those magnificent men in their flying machines take to the sky on a calm sunny afternoon.
During the week, if the time is right, you may want to stroll down to the shop "Old School Aviation" and see what restorations are being given to some old mechanical birds.
Come, sit, ride, fly, tell stories, watch and enjoy being a part of our new and old comrades giving the gift of flight.
Open to the public.
Summer: Wednesday thru Sunday 9:00 to 6:00. Winter: Wednesday thru Sunday 8:30 to 4:00
Then again, good weather is flying weather; we'll be here, just call!
Bar & Dannie @ 610-847-1119
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Fuel - 100LL Self Serve. Click here for a Sectional chart. Click here for more pilot and airport info. |
Van Sant is a great destination of choice for two-wheelers. So to help you motor and pedal bikers get even more out of your weekend ride, we are offering a 10% discount on a Travel Air ride for two (weight limit 350lbs.) Call us for your reservation - Toll Free 1-866-MUST FLY (1.866.687.8359). |
Gift Certificates Available On All Our Aircraft. Gift Idea. . . If you give a two passenger Travel Air Biplane ride there's always the chance the recipient will invite you to go along. |
Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, and danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings - John Gillespie Magee, Jr.