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AOPA Fly-In and Open House 2005

Editorial Staff

Sunday, June 05, 2005 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

The article provides a photo essay of an AOPA event, showcasing a variety of exhibits and attendee interactions.
The event featured hands-on experiences like flight simulators for children and displays of aviation technology, including Garmin units and various aircraft.
Attendees had opportunities to explore cockpits of different aircraft on display, such as the newly certified Adam A500 Twin, a Diamond TwinStar, and a Lancair "mockpit."
Overall, the event offered engaging activities and up-close encounters with aviation for a diverse audience of enthusiasts and families.

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Kids try out a flight simulator in a lobby at the AOPA building.

The curious check out Garmin units in the exhibitor tent.

This Czech-built motor glider was for sale, gathering lots of interest but no takers (last we checked).

Another popular stop – your picture printed out on a magazine cover.

A Tiger resting under cloudy skies.

Adam shows off its newly certified A500 Twin.

Airplanes on the ramp gave all comers a chance to try out the cockpit for size.

A whole family took a turn in this Diamond TwinStar.

Pilots and planes.

Getting an up-close encounter.

Waiting in line for a visit in the Lancair “mockpit.”

Sights and sounds of the show.

Editorial Staff