The annual Triple Tree Fly-In has turned into a “can’t miss” event on everyone’s Fly-In Calendar. Aviators from across the globe anxiously await for the Fall to make the annual pilgrimage to our manicured 7,000-foot grass runway to experience one of the fastest-growing general aviation events in the country.
During our 2022 Fly-In, we had over 800 airplanes visit throughout the week from 43 states nationwide. During that week, the Triple Tree Aerodrome had over 1,700 aircraft movements and a record 804 movements on Saturday. These statistics made the Triple Tree Aerodrome one of the busiest airports in South Carolina (for that week).
NONE of this could happen without your support! Despite all the growth, we still hold true to our core values of Fun, Fellowship, and Hospitality. Please mark your calendars for September 18-24, 2023 for our 16th annual Triple Tree Fly-In. See you soon!
Registration
Schedule
Food
Premium Camping
Vendors
Special Events
Volunteer
Rental Cars
FAQ's
Registration
Prices below are for pilots, passengers, and spectators*
*All Spectators MUST be a Current member of EAA, AOPA, AMA, any Full Scale Flying Organization, possess a Pilot’s License or be a guest of the aforementioned! Your Host must be at the gate when you purchase your tickets.
| 2023 Triple Tree Fly-In Pricing | |||
| Pre-Sales End September 14, 2023 @ 10 AM | |||
| Pre Sales | At the Gate | ||
| Daily | Daily | ||
| Admission Per person/day |
$15 | $20 | |
| Tent/Generator Camping Per site/day |
$18 | $25 | |
| Premium Camping** | $425 (Entire Week) |
$100 (Per Night) If available |
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*Event plaques are guaranteed to the first 500 pre-registered guests
**Premium Camping is hook ups for Power and Water. More details are listed on the Premium Camping tab.
Kids 12 and under– FREE
Schedule
- Come enjoy the fun, fellowship, and hospitality that are the hallmarks of the Triple Tree Aerodrome.
We will have home cooked dinners each evening. Starting on Thursday, we will have afternoon activities and plenty of evening entertainment!
The airport opens at 7:30 am on Monday and closes on Sunday afternoon.
- No takeoffs or landings after night
More detailed information about the activities below can be found under our special events tab.
Friday Activities
Afternoon Seminars (Learning Center 9 am – 4 pm)
- See special events tab
(Lower Gazebo about 8 pm)
- Gary Powers Jr.- Gary Shares stories from his time growing up as the son of the famous aviator Gary Powers and his time consulting with Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks on the Academy award winning movie, “Bridge of Spies.”
Saturday Activities
Triple Tree Maintenance Workshops (Restoration Center 9 am to 5 pm)
Morning Seminars (Lower Gazebo 10:00 am to 12 pm)
- AOPA Update-About 10 am
- Richard McSpadden, Senior Vice President of AOPA Air Safety Institute
- Triple Tree Aerodrome Update-About 10:30 am
- Robb Williams-Executive Director
- Pat Hartness-Founder
Afternoon Seminars (Learning Center 1 pm to 5 pm)
- See special events tab
Evening Program (Lower Gazebo about 8 pm)
- Karaoke
Daily
- Learning Center & Hangars open 9 am to 9 pm
- Walking Trails located by the West Camping area
- Military History Vehicles of the Carolinas-Behind the Control Tower (Starting Wednesday)
- HAM Radio Special Events Station W4F-Lower Gazebo (Starting Thursday)
- AOPA Pilot Oasis
- Watch live spots, check the weather, and use the AOPA iFlightPlanner
- Mon-Wed 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Thursday 7:30am – 7:00pm
- Friday 7:30am – 5:30pm
- Saturday 7:30am – 8:00pm*
- Sunday 7:30am – 11:00am
- Watch live spots, check the weather, and use the AOPA iFlightPlanner
*May remain open later based on game schedules
Food
Prepared food at Triple Tree is available through vendors and thru the Triple Tree volunteer kitchen. Our kitchen serves nightly and is located behind the main hangar and adjacent to the overlook patio.
Breakfast and Lunch
Served each day* near the Lower Pavilion by local vendors.
*Lunch will start on Monday & Breakfast will start on Tuesday
Dinner
Served around 6:15 most nights at the Main Hangar (unless noted)
- Dinner Meal Tickets can only be purchased at Pilot Check-in and Welcome Center!
- Purchase tickets early to get pre-sale pricing!
- Kids Meal Pricing (each night)
- Ages 7-12 $10
- Ages 6 and Under FREE
Monday-Bring your own grilling meat
- Grills, sides and drinks will be provided.
- Pre-Sale Tickets $10 (at the gate $15)
Tuesday – Pork Loin
- Pork Loin
- Sides and Dessert
- Pre-Sale Tickets $20 (at the gate $25)
Wednesday – Seafood Night (tentative)
- Tickets $25 (at the gate $30)
Thursday – Cook Your Own Steak Night
- Filet Mignon Steak (provided)
- Sides and Dessert
- Tickets $30 (at the gate $35)
Cash Bar open 5:30 to 8:30 courtesy of Rotties 221 Biergarten
Friday – “A Taste of Triple Tree”
- A variety of over 20 food sampling stations will be set up, each with a different option for your dining pleasure. One price will allow you to visit one or all of the stations.
- Tickets $25 (at the gate $30
Cash Bar open 5:30 to 8:30 courtesy of Rotties 221 Biergarten
Saturday – Triple Tree’s World Famous BBQ dinner
- BBQ Pork
- BBQ Chicken
- Sides
- Cookies
- Tickets $25
Cash bar open 5:30 to 8:00 courtesy of Rotties 221 Biergarten
Premium Camping
Emails have gone out to all returning Premium Campers. They have until Tuesday, July 18, 2023, by 10 am to let us know if they would like their previous year’s premium space reserved for the 2023 Triple Tree Fly-In.
Reservations will be open to to NON-RETURNERS on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 through Eventbrite.
More information can be found on our camping page at www.tta.aero/camping
Vendors
Vendor Applications for the 2023 Triple Tree Fly-In are now closed
Please consider being a vendor at our Fly-In. Our worldwide audience is excited to see your products!
To keep our fly-In “boutique” in nature, we will have less than 10 vendors, and all of our vendors will focus on aviation-related products.
Last year, our fly-in had over 1,800 aircraft movements making it the busiest airport in the State of South Carolina for that week.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a special and unique event. Join us and experience something different, the Triple Tree Fly-In.
For more information please email info@tta.aero
Special Events
Thursday
- Inaugural Aviation Challenge presented by the Carolina Aviators Network
Friday
Afternoon Seminars-Learning Center (1 pm to 5 pm)
Evening Speaker-Gary Powers Jr. (Lower Gazebo about 8 pm)
Saturday
Triple Tree Maintenance Workshops (Restoration Center 9 am to 5 pm)
Morning Seminars (Lower Gazebo 10 am to 12 pm)
- AOPA General Aviation Update-About 10 am
- Triple Tree Aerodrome Update-About 11 am
- Robb Williams-Executive Director
- Pat Hartness-Founder
Afternoon Seminars (Learning Center 1 pm to 5 pm)
Volunteer
Triple Tree has always relied on volunteer support to make our event happen! Do you have a special talent or skill that can help us out? Please share!
Rental Cars
Triple Tree has partnered with Enterprise Rent A Car at the Spartanburg Airport.
- (When making your reservation please verify you are renting from the Spartanburg Airport Location)
Anyone who wants to rent a car please coordinate directly the local branch (The Spartanburg Airport Branch) by calling 864-576-6750 then press * to be connected to the local branch.
Enterprise Corporate requests:
- Renters have an Emerald Account
- Minimum rental time is 3 days (this is not a Triple Tree rule its an Enterprise rule)
FAQ's
Please visit our FAQ page for a list of Frequently Asked Questions. If your question isn’t listed please email info@tta.aero
Future Dates
- September 18-24, 2023
- September 16-22, 2024
- September 15-21, 2025
*The Triple Tree Fly-In traditionally starts on the 3rd or 4th Monday of September.
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