Blakesburg, Iowa, is not just the center of U.S. it’s also the center of the universe for antique airplanes of all stripes. And every August—after AirVenture—they hold a fly-in to commemorate interesting airplanes you’ll see nowhere else. In this short video, our own Paul Berge introduces the Antique Airplane Association and the Airpower Museum. This video was part of an early episode of Side Roads, a Public Television program that featured living in Iowa. This year’s AAA event, the 50th anniversary, will be held Aug. 29 through Sept. 4. For more, see the association’s website.
For Antique Airplanes, Blakesburg, Iowa Is The Place To Be
Key Takeaways:
- Blakesburg, Iowa, is a central hub for antique airplanes, hosting an annual fly-in that showcases unique aircraft not seen elsewhere.
- The event is organized by the Antique Airplane Association (AAA) and the Airpower Museum, typically held every August after AirVenture.
- The provided video, part of an early Public Television program, introduces these organizations and the significance of the Blakesburg fly-in, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.
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