2017 MAAC Grassroots Fly-In Information

MIDWEST ANTIQUE AIRPLANE ASSOCIATION GRASSROOTS FLY-IN
SEPTEMBER 8-10, 2017

The following information is provided by Cheeseland Chapter EAA 431 for attendees of the 2017 MAAC Grassroots Fly-In. Information provided here is subject to updates and changes. —Last updated September 5, 2017

PLEASE NOTE: The MAAC Grassroots Fly-In is a private event for members of the Midwest Antique Airplane Club. All attendees, whether flying or driving in, must be members of MAAC. For information on joining, please visit the MAAC website. Applications for membership in MAAC must be mailed by July 31, 2017.

FLY-IN INFORMATION
Use only the active E-W runway 9/27. Other runways will be closed to landing and departing aircraft earlier in the week and reopening Sunday afternoon (check NOTAM for exact times). All landing and departing aircraft: 800’ AGL left-hand pattern. Radio equipped aircraft use UNICOM on 122.9 but be aware that many aircraft are NOT radio equipped. Keep your eyes open…see and avoid and be predictable!

Fly-bys should be conducted south of the active runway 9/27 employing the standard racetrack pattern with a minimum safe altitude. Example: When runway 9 is active, fly-by traffic will practice a right-hand pattern. When runway 27 is active, all fly-bys will employ left-hand racetrack pattern. Please No fly-bys or low flying along closed runways 3/21 or 15/33!

When done flying for the day, or in the case of bad weather, please ensure that your aircraft is tied down. Please provide your own tie-downs.

C37-Fly-In-Diagram-2016-v2AIRCRAFT FUEL AVAILABILITY
100LL and ethanol-free auto fuel (MOGAS) is available at Brodhead; cash, check or credit card accepted. Times of operation will be posted at the pumps and in the pavilion. Self-serve fuel is available 24/7 at Monroe Municipal Airport, 10 nm west (KEFT).

AIRCRAFT CAMPING
Preferred aircraft camping areas are depicted on the airport diagram. If camping on or near closed runways remember they will reopen Sunday afternoon. Runway closures time for early arrivals; Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m.

DRIVE-IN CAMPING
There are no general camping fees at Brodhead Airport, but donations are appreciated to help offset the cost of maintenance. Large RVs in particular are requested to make a donation to help cover the costs of repairs to ruts in the grass.

RVs please use the south entrance. Early arrivals should set-up in the south parking lot until the diagonal runways are closed to aircraft operations on Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. Signage will be in place to guide you to the south driveway. You may park/camp along the east edge of the field along Airport Road and in the southeast runway turnaround area once it is closed with the yellow X. Please park in the mowed parking lanes!

Additional camping is available for smaller campers (no RVs) on the southwest side by accessing the south driveway and following the road through Hangar Alley. The southwest runway turnaround is also available for camping once closed. Please do not park or stop and leave your vehicle in Hangar Alley as this is a fire lane. Do not drive across runways to access aircraft camping areas along the west side of the field.

All runways will reopen Sunday noon. Please plan your site accordingly.

For driving directions, plug “N2439 Airport Road” into your GPS or mapping program.

AIRPORT RULES

  • No campfires outside of the Fire Pit (see diagram above).
  • Pets must be on a leash and must not be left unattended.
  • Pets are not permitted in the food area.
  • Motorized vehicles are not to be operated by minors.
  • No parked vehicles or vehicle traffic to and from the west woods.

FOOD & BEVERAGES

  • Your fly-in hosts, Cheeseland Chapter EAA 431 volunteers, will have food service at the airport.
  • An informal reception dinner will be held on Thursday evening courtesy of EAA Chapter 431.
  • Friday night: Fish Boil Dinner; Saturday night: Grilled Pork Chop Dinner. Tickets are required, available all day in the pavilion.
  • A reception sponsored by the Kelch Aviation Museum will be held Friday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Everyone is invited for live music and drinks.
  • A pancake breakfast will be available on Saturday morning from 7 to 10 a.m. A continental breakfast is offered on Friday & Sunday mornings.
  • The lunch window on the back side of the chapter building will be open Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. offering sandwiches, hot dogs, sides and beverages. Cash only at the lunch window, please.
  • Drinks are available near the EAA lunch window in vending machines, including cheap bottled water.
  • There are fast-food and traditional restaurants in Brodhead (1 mile north) and the Sand Burr Restaurant is about 1.5 miles southeast of the airport on County Hwy T. Rides may be available for those on foot. Please ask at the chapter pavilion. Menus for some restaurants are posted on the bulletin board.

AREA LODGING
There is no motel in Brodhead and the Bed & Breakfasts listed here may fill up during the fly-in, but its worth a call to check and see about cancellations.

Little Vintage Charmer Cottage Mention EAA Chapter 431 for a discount
Go-Inn Home B&B 608-897-8138
Maggie’s Loft B&B 608-879-2333
The Pines – Albany, Wis. 608-558-0179
AirBnB local area rentals, including Earth Rider Hotel downtown.
Crazy Horse Campground (approx. 4 miles from airport) 608-897-2207
Private 3-bedroom house for rent in Brodhead. Call 608-558-4474.

MOTELS AVAILABLE IN MONROE, WI (12 miles west):
AmericInn (608) 328-3444
Super 8 (608) 325-1500
Gasthaus (608) 328-8395

More lodging is available in Janesville and Beloit, both about 30 minutes east.

MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS & FAQs

  • There are showers and bathrooms available in the main chapter building both in back and in the main room. The main showers are now air conditioned! First come, first served. Please help to keep them clean. Porta-potties are scattered around the airport.
  • There is a well stocked first aid kit in the back hallway of the main chapter building.
  • Cheeseland Chapter EAA 431 can now accept credit cards for all chapter purchases, including meal tickets, shirts and donations. This does not apply to the lunch window or to fees paid to MAAC.
  • There is free WiFi on the field. Look for “Brodhead Airport” and “EAA Chapter 431” networks. Please moderate your usage as much as possible during busy times.
  • There are cell phone and laptop charging stations in the pavilion. We are not responsible for loss or theft of items left unattended.
  • There are no electric or water connections for RVs at Brodhead Airport. However, please e-mail if you will need a fresh water fill.
  • Our local astronomer Walter Trentadue will host an evening of sky viewing with his telescopes on Saturday evening. Location will be in front of the Kelch Aviation Museum,

EMERGENCIES
In the event of an emergency that requires police, fire or ambulance, cell phone users should avoid calling 911 and call Brodhead Police directly at 608-897-2112. Brodhead is at the edge of several 911 jurisdictions and cell phone calls can sometimes be picked up by towers in neighboring counties or even Illinois, resulting in a delayed response.

If you have any questions or suggestions, don’t hesitate to contact us: webmaster@eaa431.org or call 608-897-1175.