Celebrate twice in Gelnhausen: airport notch and Aero Club anniversary!

Celebrate twice in Gelnhausen: airport notch and Aero Club anniversary!

Things are going high in Gelnhausen this weekend! From June 13th to 15th, 2025, the 51st airfield notch will be celebrated and at the same time the 75th anniversary of the Gelnhausen Aero Club. At this jubilant event, visitors can expect numerous highlights and an exciting program that will delight both pilots and families. Spectacular air shows will take place with historic and modern aircraft, including the impressive F4U Corsair, the elegant P-51 Mustang and the legendary Supermarine Spitfire. As erlensee-aktuell.com reports, guests can look forward to a colorful supporting program.

The opening ceremony starts on Friday at 12:00 p.m. with the opening of the airfield notch. In the evening, the Pilots Welcome Party awaits the aviation enthusiasts at 8:30 p.m. On Saturday there will be a vintage car parade and powered flight demonstrations, while Sunday will delight with further demonstrations and a fly-out of the aircraft. There is also a lot to discover for younger visitors with a bouncy castle and other children's attractions.

Special features and participation activities

Another highlight will be the Skytexter event, where messages will be written in the sky using paraffin smoke. The whole event is a real celebration for the entire family and offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in the exciting world of aviation. The live music from the bands “Shake” and “Beat Notes” ensures a great atmosphere, while numerous culinary stands tempt you. The flughafenkerb-gelnhausen.de also offers an information platform for visitors to find out about alternative parking options and ticket offerings.

A very special highlight are the performances by the 501st Legion, the world's largest Star Wars costume club. These phenomenal guests will be in attendance on Saturday supporting charitable projects under the motto “Bad Boys Do Good.” A Stormtrooper helmet signed by the pilots will be auctioned off and the proceeds will benefit the Hanau Ambulatory Children's and Youth Hospice Service.

Well prepared and informed

For everyone who wants to visit the Flugplatzkerb, we recommend buying online tickets to avoid waiting times and take part in a raffle for sightseeing flights. The entire overview of the entertaining program and the opportunity to purchase tickets is available on the website flugplatzkerb-gelnhausen.de.

The Flugplatzkerb in Gelnhausen has developed over the years into one of the largest aviation events in Germany, and great importance is attached not only to flying, but also to exchanges and celebrations among friends and families. For this reason, this double anniversary celebration is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience for the entire region!