2017 EDF Jet Jam Dates

[dahawk]

I'm in the same boat. One of the few edf guys. Most members enjoy watching my sorties. In about 10 minutes, I can fly two different jets while the gasser guys are still flipping their props to get their motors started.

[Alpha10]

I think I have a 12 hour drive but I don't really get to see other EDFs fly

im the only guy at my field who flies them

ill have to pull a trailer and figure out what to bring

That's what brought us to the Jet Jam for the first time as well...

There are always 10 annoying sounding prop jobs to every EDF at our field... but lately it's been picking up to a much better ratio.

I'll tell ya... There's nothing better than having ALL great sounding EDFs around and no gassers to ruin it lol

[petefoss]

I am going to NEFI and almost have to pass by the Jet Jam to get there. I need to look into it further to see just how far out of my way it would be. I may be able to swing by for a short while.

Update: Looks like it would add about an hour and 40 minutes of driving to my trip.

Swing on by for Thursday and Friday on your way to Muncie!

[dusmmdb]

I think I have a 12 hour drive but I don't really get to see other EDFs fly

im the only guy at my field who flies them

ill have to pull a trailer and figure out what to bring

[EDFjetpilot]

It will be great to see you at the event. We have such a great time! I've often thought about going to SEFF again, just not sure it's a good jet environment, especially with the faster jets.

I'll be taking my 80 and 90mm EDFs to SEFF. I know the grass runway there is better than my home field. I understand they have a few blocks of time set aside for fast movers. SEFF is only a 2 hour drive for me...so an easy day trip, although I'll stay a couple days. I'd also love to get to the EDF Jet Jam, but still thinking about the 10 hour drive.

Sean

[RCjetdude]

I am going to NEFI and almost have to pass by the Jet Jam to get there. I need to look into it further to see just how far out of my way it would be. I may be able to swing by for a short while.

Update: Looks like it would add about an hour and 40 minutes of driving to my trip.

[Alpha10]

Man I would love to make it to this event. It is a 6 hour drive for me. I need to think about it.

It's 5 hours for us from Chicago...
Last year was our first time going and now we wouldn't miss it... It's hands down the best EDF event in the country!


If you stay 2 days + it's definitely worth the drive! ;)

[Robert Belluomini]

Still grass, really short grass.

[dusmmdb]

It will be great to see you at the event. We have such a great time! I've often thought about going to SEFF again, just not sure it's a good jet environment, especially with the faster jets.

Unless it has changed, there isn't a runway other than grass.... I refrained from flying a few of my jets due to that

[Robert Belluomini]

It will be great to see you at the event. We have such a great time! I've often thought about going to SEFF again, just not sure it's a good jet environment, especially with the faster jets.

[dusmmdb]

Yeah. I'm excited to come. I've been out of the hobby for far too long. I've never attended a jet event but I had a lot of fun when I went to SEFF years ago. I was one of the EDF guys there since this was before the days of PNP jets with retracts!!! Crazy what you can get now for the price.
Of course I know I will be humbled by the craftsmanship and skill I will see from some of the builds. Hopefully I'll leave with some sound advice and some little known tips for being a better builder. That would make it worth wild.

[Robert Belluomini]

Sounds like Louisanna and Texas are accounted for at this years Jet Jam!

[dusmmdb]

I got a great rate at the Fairfield inn just over the river from Louisville.... us Marriott guys need our points

[petefoss]

Bob has a deal with the Best Western in New Albany.

https://www.rcflightdeck.com/event.cfm?id=6131

[dahawk]

Camping to me is a Holiday Inn . What motels are nearby?

[petefoss]

There is 120V power at the field. Some larger users bring generators since the power is a bit limited in total capacity. We've been known to kick a breaker or two!

It's also not where we camp by the way so if you are camping you need to provide your own power if desired.

Pete

[dusmmdb]

Chief many attendees setup their own pop-up. We have plenty of room that allows you to backup toyour space as there are over 42 parking spaces along the flightline. We have an RV/camping area at the east end of the field if you want to stay on-site.

Bob I've never been to this event, how do most people handle charging?

[petefoss]

Can't wait! I'll know soon what's going down. I'll be splitting my time with NEFI in Muncie as well.

Great to hear Motion will be at the Jet Jam.

[Robert Belluomini]

Just over two months until the 2017 Edition of the Jet Jam! If you are planning on attending it is important to book your room by May 14th to get the $99/night rate at the Best Western. Call the hotel direct 812-945-2771 and tell them you need to book a room for the EDF Jet Jam. Book your room now, you can always cancel should your plans change.

[Alpha10]

Can't wait! I'll know soon what's going down. I'll be splitting my time with NEFI in Muncie as well.

Nice! Lookin forward to tearin it up with ya man!