The following is a list of upcoming aviation events in South Carolina. If you would like to add an event to our calendar, please email details to scaa@scaaonline.com.
South Carolina Aviation Week is August 14-20, 2022
SC Aviation Week exists to promote airports and the state’s aviation industry by highlighting how our airports and related businesses contribute to our economy, and the legislation that impacts the state airport system. Each year, South Carolina Aeronautics Commission and South Carolina Aviation Association partner together on this initiative, and Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed August 14-20, 2022, South Carolina Aviation Week.
Following is a listing of airport events throughout the week. We hope to see you at your local airport this Aviation Week!
Airport Events
Saturday, August 13 What: Tour De York Aerial Parade Where: Rock Hill/York County Airport – 550 Airport Road, Rock Hill Time: 10:30 am
What: Celebration of Charles Lindbergh’s SC Visit, featuring Erik Lindbergh, grandson of Charles Lindbergh Hosted by Spartanburg Memorial Downtown Airport and Spartanburg County Historical Association Where: Converse University – Time: 6:30 pm
Sunday, August 14 What: Grand Opening of the Clear Skies Cafe Where: Spartanburg Downtown Memorial Airport – 500 Ammons Road, Spartanburg Time: 11:00 am
Monday, August 15 What: Student Discovery Flights Where: Fairfield County Airport – 1291 Runway Road, Winnsboro Time: 9:00 am
Tuesday, August 16 What: Runway Safety Action Team Meeting Where: Columbia Metropolitan Airport – 3250 Airport Blvd., West Columbia Time: 10:00 am
Wednesday, August 17 What:Cargo Expansion Ribbon Cutting Where: Greenville Spartanburg International Airport – 3090 Gateway Drive, Greer Time: 10:00 am
Thursday, August 18 What:Celebration of Aviation Where: Bamberg County Airport – 709 Airport Road, Bamberg Time: TBD
What:SCAA Board of Directors Meeting Where: Bamberg County Airport – 709 Airport Road, Bamberg Time: TBD
What: Maintenance Personnel Training and Cookout Where: Jim Hamilton – L.B. Owens Airport– 1400 Jim Hamilton Blvd., Columbia Time: 10:30 am
Friday, August 19 What:Airport Directors & Managers Meeting Where: SC Aeronautics Commission – 2553 Airport Blvd., West Columbia Time: 10:00 am Please RSVP HERE!
What:CelebrationLuncheon Where: SC Aeronautics Commission – 2553 Airport Blvd., West Columbia Time: 12:00 pm Free to attend, though you must RSVP by August 12.
Saturday, August 20 What: FOD Walk Where: Greenville Downtown Airport – 100 Tower Drive, Greenville Time: 6:45 am Come out and start your day by walking on the runways and taxiways to help keep GMU safe! The airport’s annual SC Aviation Week FOD Walk will be Saturday, August 20. Gather at the terminal lobby no later than 6:45 a.m. to begin the FOD walk promptly at 7:00 a.m. Please bring a flashlight.
Sunday, August 21 What: SC Breakfast Club Where: Triple Tree Aerodrome – 330 Mary Hanna Road, Woodruff Time: 9:00 am
**** Grand Strand Airport – Runway Safety Action Team Meeting Earn 1 FAA WINGS Program Credit
August 8, 2022 • 2:00pm Grand Strand Airport – Beach Aviation Services (FBO) 2800 Terminal Street Conference Room North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Preventing Runway Incursions and Enhancing Runway
The Grand Strand Air Traffic Control will convene their annual Runway Safety Action Team Meeting (RSAT). This interactive meeting will involve pilots, airport operations personnel, air operators, and any other stakeholders interested in runway operational safety at the Myrtle Beach International Airport.
August 27, 2022 • 8:30am USAeroFlight – Special Services Corp – Hangar 10 Opportunity Place Suite A Hangar Greenville, SC 29607
Enhanced Flight Safety Through Proficiency
Flight Instructors, Ground Instructors, Designated Pilot Examiners, and Instructors in training are welcome and encouraged to attend. Join your flight instructor colleagues and take an active role in improving safety in flight training! Click on the link below and register TODAY!
Every other Sunday since 1938, pilots and aviation enthusiasts meet for breakfast in South Carolina airports. There are no dues or meeting requirements. Fly in or drive to the airport, belly up, and talk aircraft, aviation or anything else. This event is free to attend, and breakfast is typically $6-10 per plate.
* Events are subject to cancelation. Please check the organization’s website for the latest update if you plan to attend an event.*
Upcoming Events August 7 @ Berkeley County Airport (KMKS) August 21 @ Triple Tree (SCOO) September 4 @ Anderson Regional Airport (KAND)
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SLAM – Signs, Lights and Markings Conference & Training
August 1-5, 2022 · 7:30am Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta Hotel 3315 Peachtree Road NE Atlanta, GA 30326
The first annual Signs, Lights and Markings (SLAM) Conference is focused on the mission to promote the discussion on how to reduce risk, increase operational efficiency and eliminate incursions. From lessons learned to new technology to networking with peers to learning from subject matter experts, attendees will leave SLAM with a new perspective and renewed energy about the role visual aids play in your airfield’s safety.
