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| Where is the display at Butler County Regional Airport? | Our aircraft and display are set up in Hangar T-7 G and H. Enter the airport by the T-Hangar (West) entrance. Take an immediate right turn paralleling the road, and go until you get to T-7. Buildings are numbered on the ends. We are on the west side of T-7. |
| When is the display open? | We are open on the first Sunday of the month starting in April and ending in October, unless we are at an air show appearance that Sunday. Hours are from 12pm - 5pm local time. Currently, visitors are invited to join us on SATURDAYS from 10am - 4pm local time to see our restoration efforts on the PT-19. There is no charge for admission. |
| Is there an admission charge? | No. There is no charge to visit the display, but donations are welcome. |
| Do you open the display for special groups to visit on other days? | Yes. If you have a special event in the area, and would like to come visit us, we can arrange to have the display opened up for your group, unless we are away at an air show appearance. At least 4 weeks advance notice is optimal, two weeks is the minimum. There is not set fee for this, but donations are appreciated. |
| How do I get your group and historical displays to appear at my event? | Simply ask. BCW will appear at most veterans events upon request. We can bring mobile displays and even appear in WWII era costumes. Please contact Jean Lail via email: jlail@eplusservices.com to discuss the details of your event and tell us how we can enhance your event with our displays. |
| How do I get your airplanes to appear at my event? | BCW will appear at most air shows upon request. Please contact Jean Lail via email: jlail@eplusservices.com to discuss the details of your event. There are some requirements for aircraft appearances. Please see the appearance package page for details. |
| Can I get a ride in the aircraft? | Yes. Currently rides are available in the 1943 Fairchild PT-19. We often sell rides at our air show appearances. Rides can be scheduled at Butler County Regional Airport by telephone: Tim 513-702-3062 or email: tim@eplusservices.com. No pilots license or previous experience is required. There is no specific age limitation, but you must me in good health and large enough for the safety belts and harnesses to hold you in securely. There is a basic passenger weight limit of 235 lbs or smaller. But larger people can be accommodated with advance notice. See the RIDES PAGE for further details. |
| I am researching a historical project, May I use your materials for research? | Yes, We will assist our members in gathering information on topics that we have materials and information on. Artifacts and originals are not permitted to be borrowed, but photos and/or photocopies of non-copyrighted material will be made and sent for your use. Copyrighted material can be viewed by appointment here at our location. There is a minimal charge for large copying jobs. |