We usually have around 12 events in the Summer months, most of which are completely free of charge, and all of which are open to everyone.
Below is a list of the events arranged for next year - 2010. Keep your eyes open for any new additions as there are some on the way...
New Years Day Fly In - 1st January
A Compton tradition held every year to welcome in the new year!
Pooley’s Day - 9th May
Often the busiest day of the year with regard to aircraft activity – lots of pilots fly in to us to receive some goodies and do some shopping with the biggest aviation equipment supplier in the UK.
French Connection Fly In - 22nd May
A French themed day with a French Style menu and visits from aircraft designed and built in France. As with the majority of our events, landing fees are half price.
Bi Plane Fly In & OILY the Tiger Moth's 70th Birthday Party- 13th June
Pilots from all over the country fly in with their bi-planes throughout the day. Come up for breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea, sit back and watch all the activity. Our resident Tiger Moth will be celebrating its birthday with some aviation games.
Aerobatic Competition - 25th & 26th June
The British Aerobatic Association hold the Don Henry and Air Squadron Trophy Competition here at Compton. Come and watch the guys practice on the Friday, and contest on the Saturday.
The Dorset Air Race - 10th & 11th July
The course is a circuit around the local area, and around 20-30 aircraft take part. There is a staggered start according to handicap, and the idea is that the aircraft all cross the finish line (directly in front of the viewing area) at around the same time!
Microlight Fly In - 25th July
Usually a spot landing competition along with other aviation games and prizes.
SkyForce & Honeywell Day - 15th August
A day for the avionics equipment specialists to base themselves at Compton.
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance Benefit Day - 12th September
A day to raise money for the very worthy cause. The team base themselves at Compton for the day and we have visits from the police helicopter and other emergency services aircraft/vehicles. The guys will take you out and show you around. All landing fees are donations to the air ambulance. In 2009 we managed to raise almost £1000 so come along in 2010 to help beat the £1000 mark!
Airline Pilots Fly-In - 19th September
Open to any one but especially held as a fly-in/get together for ex commercial airline pilots. A chance to catch up, socialise and reminisce! Cooked breakfast for you all day as a treat…
