Here is a deal that can help ORA tremendously. The Mid Hudson Radio Control Society is supporting ORA's drive to fund a new gift shop and restroom facility. They are offering to match, dollar for dollar, the first $3500 in donations made by members of the modeling community. To take advantage, simply send a check to the “Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum” by April 15th with “Gift Shop Project-RC Modelers“ on the memo line.
The 2012 air show season starts on June 9th and runs through October 14th, with AIR SHOWS every SATURDAY and SUNDAY, weather permitting. Click on the SHOWS tab above to see special events. The gates open and biplane rides begin at 10:00 AM; the air show starts at 2:00 PM and ends at 4:00 PM; the museum is open every day from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The museum will open on May 12th.
Biplane rides are also available during the week by appointment.
Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome has one of the world's greatest collections of flying pioneer, WW-I, and Lindbergh era airplanes. Started by Cole Palen over a half century ago, it lives on as a volunteer run not-for-profit aerodrome, museum, air show and provider of thrilling biplane rides.
Come join enthusiasts from around the world for . . .
"The Greatest Show Off Earth!"
"The Greatest Show Off Earth!"
Join us as a Friend of Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome. Nearly all of us are volunteers who depend on your generosity and support to keep this magnificent piece of history alive, well and in the air.
Flying your own aircraft to ORA? You must read the procedure and get prior permission via the phone numbers listed. We want you and our operation to be as safe as possible.