Thanks for a great event! See you at the 2024 Young Aviators Fly-In
The Young Aviators Fly-In
Triple Tree Aerodrome’s Young Aviatior’s Fly-In is the ONLY fly-in in the United States that is run by the next generation of aviators!
Throughout the event, guests are invited to Triple Tree’s 400 acres for a weekend of fun, fellowship, and hospitality as they explore all of what aviation has to offer. From working with industry professionals to putting their knowledge to the test, aviators of ALL ages are welcome to learn with the best!
Put on by young aviators, for young aviators, students from all levels (Elementary to University) are invited to attend a weekend of workshops, forums, socials, and camping! Triple Tree Aerodrome is proud to support the next generation of aviators as they utilize the skills and experiences from this one-of-a-kind event in their future and ongoing careers!
Guests from all over are welcome to drive-in or fly-in for this unique event. The first 200 who pre-register will automatically be entered to win a raffle for a chance to fly in one of Triple Tree’s very own aircraft! Furthermore, the first 200 guests will also get FREE dinner on Friday and Saturday nights – as well as enjoy discounted (or free) admission!
Below is a sample from our 2023 event
Registration
Schedule
Food
Special Events
FAQ
Volunteer
Registration
Admission
Pre-Registration – CLOSES ON August 17th at 10:00a (EST). (Cost is per person.)
- Under 25
- Free (All Weekend!)
- Over 25
- Friday: $7
- Saturday: $7
- All Weekend: $12
At the Gate (Cost is per person.)
- 16 and Under (with parent)
- Free (All Weekend!)
- Ages 17-25
- Friday: $5
- Saturday: $10
- All Weekend: $12
- Over 25
- Friday: $10
- Saturday: $15
- All Weekend: $20
Camping
Tent Camping
- Pre-Registered
- $20/night for the site
- At the Gate
- $25/night for the site
Premium Camping (Available only at the gate.)
- At the Gate
- $150 for 2 nights
- $75 for 1 night
More information about camping at Triple Tree can be found here.
Schedule
Friday, August 18th
- 12:00p: Triple Tree Aerodrome OPENS!
- Gates, Campground, and Airfield Open!
- 6:00p: Dinner* and Announcements (Lower Gazebo)
- Sundown: Movie and Campfire (Lower Gazebo), Aircraft Operations Cease
- All-Day: Camping Set-Up, Pilot’s Lounge Open, Orienteering Challenge, Hiking Trails and Lakes Open for Recreation, Aircraft Arrivals, Museum Hangar Open
Saturday, August 19th
- Sunrise: Gates Open, Aircraft Arrivals and Departures Begin
- 8:00a: Breakfast, Announcements, and Flight Raffle* Announcement (Lower Gazebo), Daily Registration Opens
- 9:00a: All-Day Activities and Programs Begin
- 10:00a: AviCom Qualifying Event (Learning Center, Located Behind Main Hangar)
- 11:00a: Lunch (Main Hangar, Available Until 1:00p)
- 1:00p: Guest Speakers (Learning Center) [A can’t-miss event!]
- Tiffany Ferrari – The Ninety-Nines
- Travis Fleshman – Stevens Aerospace
- Mike Gonzales and Seth Severson – USAeroFlight
- 2:00p: AviCom Qualifying Event (Learning Center)
- 4:00p: AviCom Qualifying Finals, Aircraft Recognition (Learning Center)
- 5:00p: College, University, and Local Flight School Social (Back Patio)
- Open to all aviators, especially those in College, University, and Local Flight School flight programs.
- 6:00p: Dinner*, Announcements, Recognition, and Awards (Main Hangar)
- Attendance to this event is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
- Raffle prizes for Scavenger Hunt and Orienteering Challenge awarded; supported by the Seaplane Pilot’s Association.
- Sundown: Movie and Campfire (Lower Gazebo), Aircraft Operations Cease
- All-Day: Socials, Aviation and Scouting Activities, Aircraft Pre-Flight Challenge, Pilot’s Lounge Open, Orienteering Challenge, Scavenger Hunt, Hiking Trails and Lakes Open for Recreation, Aircraft Arrivals and Departures, Museum Hangar Open
Sunday, August 20th
- Sunrise: Aircraft Arrivals and Departures Begin
- 9:00a: Breakfast Provided with the South Carolina Breakfast Club (Lower Gazebo)
- To learn more about this history-rich aviation tradition, learn more here!
- 12:00p: Triple Tree Aerodrome Closed
*Free flight raffle opportunities and included dinners are available to the first 200 pre-registered guests. Pre-registered guests may also receive discounted (or even free!) admission to the event.
Aircraft Operations: Aircraft may begin arriving at Triple Tree Aerodrome (SC00) on Friday, August 18th, around 12:00p. Aircraft operations are from sunrise to sunset only. Please review the latest revision of Triple Tree’s advisory procedures here, as recent safety changes have taken effect.
Notice: This schedule may be subject to change. Check back here for updates.
Food
Friday, August 18th
- Dinner (6:00p, Lower Gazebo): Pizza, Chips, and Soda; supported by Triple Tree Aerodrome!
- The first 200 pre-registered guests are FREE!
- After 200 guests, donations will be accepted (300 guests maximum).
Saturday, August 19th
- Breakfast (8:00a, Lower Gazebo)
- Lunch (11:00a-1:00p, Main Hangar): The Dog House Food Truck
- See the menu here!
- Dinner (6:00p, Main Hangar): Cook Your Own Burger; supported by Triple Tree Aerodrome!
- The first 200 pre-registered guests are FREE!
- After 200 guests, donations will be accepted (300 guests maximum).
Sunday, August 20th
- Breakfast (9:00a, Lower Gazebo): South Carolina Breakfast Club
- To learn more about this history-rich aviation tradition, click here!
Dining schedule may be subject to change. Please visit this page, or stay tuned for announcements at the event, to learn more!
Special Events
Flight Raffle
Five participants who pre-register (using the link above!) will be automatically entered to win a chance to fly in one of Triple Tree Aerodrome’s very own aircraft! The flights will be conducted on the Saturday of the event. Be sure to pre-register as soon as possible to be entered to win!
A parent or guardian (for aviators under 18 years of age) must be present to provide legal consent before the flight is conducted.
NIFA/Local Flight School Social
All aviators, especially those currently enrolled in flight programs from a College/University or a Local Flight School, are encouraged to join us for a quick social in the lower gazebo and pilot’s lounge at 5:00p on Saturday, August 19th. This is a quick meet-and-greet to get to know each other, learn about other exciting opportunities, and have a little bit of fun! (The NIFA-affiliated organizations with the largest turnout will receive a prize supporting their team/club!)
AviCom Qualifying Events
The South Carolina Aviation Education Alliance will be conducting qualifying rounds for their 2nd Annual AviCom in 2024. There will be two qualifying sessions, and a final qualifying round, hosted in the Learning Center (behind the Main/Museum Hangar). Students will still be able to participate in their school qualifying rounds in the Fall. For more information about AviCom and the SCAEA, click here (takes you to an external site)! Please check the schedule for the most up-to-date information.
Scouting
Groups from Scouting Organizations are more than welcome to attend the Young Aviator’s Fly-In! This event provides a unique opportunity for scouting organizations to explore the Triple Tree campus. In addition to world-class camping, the event’s organizers will be providing resources to troop and organization leaders for students to meet the requirements of the aviation merit badge. Furthermore, organizers are currently working on other merit badge opportunities for Scouts to earn amongst Triple Tree’s nearly 400 acres. These activities are open to all participants and organizations in attendance. All are welcome to reach out to our scouting liaison for more information on any related activities. Contact information for the scouting liaison can be found on the “FAQ” tab.
Individuals and students who complete the scouting activities will receive a certificate commending them for their work. This certificate attests that students have met the requirements to earn the aviation merit badge (or similar) for their respective organization!
FAQ
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Q: Do we need to register for camping and admission?
A: While you can register on-site at the event, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you pre-register your crew for admission and camping. Pre-registration ensures that you are all good to go before you even arrive and that you receive discounted (and even free!) admission to the event. Better yet, the first 200 guests who pre-register will receive complimentary dinners and an opportunity to win a chance to fly in one of Triple Tree’s very own aircraft!
Q: I pre-registered, now what?
You’re all set! When you arrive at Triple Tree, simply just stop by the visitor center or pilot’s lounge to check-in and receive your tickets. It’s that easy!
Q: Can we fly into this event?
A: Yes! But first, please review our pilot information, as we’ve had several advisory changes lately in the interest of aviation safety. Aircraft operations are limited to sunrise to sundown.
Q: When should we arrive?
A: Triple Tree Aerodrome will be open from 12:00 Noon on Friday, August 18th to 12:00 Noon on Sunday, August 20th. Activities will be available all weekend, and the world-class camping really is a treat. Whether you stay all weekend, or just pop in for a couple of hours on Saturday, there is something for everyone!
Q: Are Scouting Organizations welcome?
A: Of course! In fact, the Young Aviator’s Fly-In is the best opportunity for scouts from all over to enjoy the best of what Triple Tree has to offer. Interested groups should contact the Young Aviator’s Scouting Liason, Nolan, at nolank0517@gmail.com for this event. He will be the best point of contact, and can best work with your group to make your time at Triple Tree the best it can be!
Q: What is camping at Triple Tree like?
A: Triple Tree Aerodrome boasts world-class camping across hundreds of acres of land in the Piedmont of South Carolina. These family-friendly facilities are welcoming to campers of all ages. Triple Tree’s campgrounds feature full-service restrooms, showers, and premium RV-hookup options. For the Young Aviator’s Fly-In, Triple Tree will have overnight campground security and a medical transport crew onsite throughout the day. For more information about camping at Triple Tree, check out this page.
Volunteer
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