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1D2?
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1D2
Hi, Bill. Tying down at Mettetal shouldn't be a problem. I don't remember what the tie-down rate is, but it isn't expensive and the first night is free if you buy gas. I believe gas is something over $5 a gallon, but that isn't unusual. You can call them for the details, 734-459-6627. There is normally plenty of room on the ramp. I don't remember hearing about any problems with vandalism.
The runway was been shortened a year or so ago. The put a joke of a security fence at the north end of the runway. It isn't a problem, just a little shorter.
I'd love to meet you out there and check out your plane, but I will be out of town for the weekend.
Hi, Bill. Tying down at Mettetal shouldn't be a problem. I don't remember what the tie-down rate is, but it isn't expensive and the first night is free if you buy gas. I believe gas is something over $5 a gallon, but that isn't unusual. You can call them for the details, 734-459-6627. There is normally plenty of room on the ramp. I don't remember hearing about any problems with vandalism.
The runway was been shortened a year or so ago. The put a joke of a security fence at the north end of the runway. It isn't a problem, just a little shorter.
I'd love to meet you out there and check out your plane, but I will be out of town for the weekend.
N941WR
Legacy Member
Darryl,
Thanks for the update on 1D2. I can't believe they shortened the runway. I always thought they were looking for ways to lengthen it.
Back in the mid 80's when I was learning to fly there, there was still a corn field on the end of the runway and we used to practice hitting the tops of the corn with the landing gear. That was how you knew you were low enough. I suspect the people in the apartments/condos that have been built there wouldn't appreciate that kind of approach.
It looks like we are going to miss each other as I'll only be there one night and am taking a different route home.
Thanks for the update on 1D2. I can't believe they shortened the runway. I always thought they were looking for ways to lengthen it.
Back in the mid 80's when I was learning to fly there, there was still a corn field on the end of the runway and we used to practice hitting the tops of the corn with the landing gear. That was how you knew you were low enough. I suspect the people in the apartments/condos that have been built there wouldn't appreciate that kind of approach.
It looks like we are going to miss each other as I'll only be there one night and am taking a different route home.
I'll get there one of these years
Bill,
Yeah, it figures I won't be around when you get there. I'd be happy to talk airplanes and buy dinner if I was in town.
The runway isn't that much shorter, just a little. There is still a field at the south end of the runway, but it isn't as large as it used to be. When you land on 18 you pass over a building that wasn't there in the 70's when I was learning to fly. I don't recommend trying to clip it with your landing gear.
I hope you have a great trip to Osh and a lot of fun there. I've been to Sun 'n Fun, but never Osh. Some day!
Darryl
Bill,
Yeah, it figures I won't be around when you get there. I'd be happy to talk airplanes and buy dinner if I was in town.
The runway isn't that much shorter, just a little. There is still a field at the south end of the runway, but it isn't as large as it used to be. When you land on 18 you pass over a building that wasn't there in the 70's when I was learning to fly. I don't recommend trying to clip it with your landing gear.
I hope you have a great trip to Osh and a lot of fun there. I've been to Sun 'n Fun, but never Osh. Some day!
Darryl
Welcome to 1D2
Mike,
1D2 is a decent little airport. Easy to get in and out of. The area around it is nice and I'm sure your in-laws can show you around. There are plenty of good places to eat.
With a couple of RVs coming in, I wish I was going to be around to check out and meet some builders. There are three or four based at Mettetal, I've visted a couple of them. There is a pretty nice EAA chapter building on the field, too. You can't miss it.
Have fun at Osh and fly safe.
Mike,
1D2 is a decent little airport. Easy to get in and out of. The area around it is nice and I'm sure your in-laws can show you around. There are plenty of good places to eat.
With a couple of RVs coming in, I wish I was going to be around to check out and meet some builders. There are three or four based at Mettetal, I've visted a couple of them. There is a pretty nice EAA chapter building on the field, too. You can't miss it.
Have fun at Osh and fly safe.
Capflyer
Well Known Member
Been to the area many times but always with the $49 one way Southwest route to DTW. This is the first time in the RV. I will be getting in probably around 7PM Saturday evening then out by 9M Sunday. Pretty quick turn around but plan to fly to and from the area from time to time. With two of us it is quicker, cheaper, and much less hassle (TSA at BWI) than flying commercial.
1D2
Bill,
I fly into 1D2 several times a year from Poplar Grove, IL and am very pleased with Doug and Kitzie aviation. The cost for the hanger is very fair and I almost always use it. It is $10.00 per night and the first night is $5.00 if you purchase fuel. I was there over the July 4th weekend and it was very nice to preflight and load up in the shade of the hanger. Be sure to sign in the visitors log as they want to have proof the airport is being used and is a vital asset to the area. There is a Coney Island restaurant with reasonable prices and good food across the street if you need it.
Have a safe trip and enjoy OSH,
Joe Hesano
Poplar Grove, IL (C77)
Bill,
I fly into 1D2 several times a year from Poplar Grove, IL and am very pleased with Doug and Kitzie aviation. The cost for the hanger is very fair and I almost always use it. It is $10.00 per night and the first night is $5.00 if you purchase fuel. I was there over the July 4th weekend and it was very nice to preflight and load up in the shade of the hanger. Be sure to sign in the visitors log as they want to have proof the airport is being used and is a vital asset to the area. There is a Coney Island restaurant with reasonable prices and good food across the street if you need it.
Have a safe trip and enjoy OSH,
Joe Hesano
Poplar Grove, IL (C77)
