Gathering of Mustangs

[KirkGrovesRV8]

Hi Guys,
I am a volunteer on Fri and Sun for GML2007, I am going to be flying into Bolton field and was wondering if they are having a shuttle or not?
Anyone know? Is Rickenbacker closed the whole day or just during show hrs?
Thanks!

[RV8iator]

I've been trying for two weeks now to get an "Official" answer about the status of Rickerbacker on the Gathering days. I've called the airport managers office twice and left messages, e-mailed the General Aviation Liason listed on the GML website and call the Columbus Airport authority and have gotten nowhere.
I have had hangar space reserved there since April and the FBO says it doesn't know anything. I am going to show up Thursday and land unless the tower tells me the field is closed.
The GML folks have really dropped the ball on communications. I have tow uncles attending as Legends and they had to e-mail and call to see if their stories were even received.
I hope it comes off as better organized than it appears.

[Mike_ExpressCT]

I keep hearing that there will be a shuttle from Bolton to Rick, but I still can't find a place on the webpage for the GML or from the FBO at Bolton http://www.capitalcityjet.com/index.htm that says anything about a shuttle. I wish I could help more, but I always get nervous unless I see something in writing!

[RVadmirer]

Can I fly in to the event?
Due to the extensive flying and aerobatic performances all aircraft are requested to fly into to either Bolton Field or Port Columbus International Airport. Waiverd airspace and TFRs will be in effect at Rickenbacker International Airport all four days from dawn to dusk.

[RV8iator]

I just went to the FAA website and there is indeed a TFR scheduled for Rickenbacker, for the 28th (Fri) thru 30th (Sun).

7/7772 ZID OH AIR SHOWS/SPORTS Indianapolis Center, Rickenbacker International Airport, Columbus, OH, Friday, September 28, 2007 through Sunday, September 30, 2007 Local

From September 28, 2007 at 1300 UTC (September 28, 2007 at 0900 EDT)
To September 28, 2007 at 2100 UTC (September 28, 2007 at 1700 EDT)
From September 29, 2007 at 1300 UTC (September 29, 2007 at 0900 EDT)
To September 29, 2007 at 2100 UTC (September 29, 2007 at 1700 EDT)
From September 30, 2007 at 1300 UTC (September 30, 2007 at 0900 EDT)
To September 30, 2007 at 2100 UTC (September 30, 2007 at 1700 EDT)

[rocketbob]

I wonder how this event is going to work. The Mustangs, after landing are to be shut down on the taxi way and towed in to the ramp. I don't see how its possible in any sort of reasonable time frame to tow that many airplanes around. The main photo shoot is supposed to be Thursday afternoon but there is a seminar for the Mustang pilots/owners until 3pm. It will take hours to get them towed out. It going to be interesting for sure, especially with over 2500 volunteers.

[KirkGrovesRV8]

Hi guys,
I just got off the phone with Capital Jet center at Bolton, they as now they still don't know if a shuttle will be running. But they do plan to have rental cars on site, if the timing works and anyone needs a ride give me a call, I have a car reserved for all day Fri and Sun. My work shifts are 10am till 4pm Fri and 7:15 till 12n on Sunday.
Any time between my shifts I will be happy to give any RVers a ride
610-283-2448

[RVadmirer]

I wish you would have contacted me at an earlier date. I cannot speak for the FBOs, they are independent business entities not part of the event only providing some support for certain event requirements.

LCK is waivered from 060 with a TFR in effect begining Thursday morning and in place until after the event. Several NOTAMS will be issued this week.

Sending in a P 51 story will get free box seats it does not make someone a Legend as detailed on the web site. The Legends which were selected are also listed on the web site.

I apologize for any confusion and would be happy to talk to you personally @ 239-908-5114.

Bobbi Thompson
Gathering of Mustangs and Legends
Director of Operations
17040 Pleasure Road
Cape Coral, Florida 33909
239-573-9647
239-980-5114 - Cell
239-573-9648 - Fax

[rv7boy]

Responding to the first post in this thread about possible shuttle service...

About three weeks ago I emailed and telephoned the airport manager at Bolton asking about shuttle service, as I was told by one of the FBO's that he or someone in his office was working on it.

I did get a return phone call from the airport manager at Bolton but did not get a warm feeling that shuttle service was to be a reality , so I then called the FBO at Bolton and reserved a rental car.

YMMV.

hope to see some other RVers there.

Don

[ddurakovich]

Talked to the folks at Bolton yesterday and they said the Port Authority killed the shuttle service earlier this week.

I'm going into Circleville, have a car reserved!