By Erin Hollis, EAA 1515448, EAA Chapter 983 Secretary

On September 26, 2026, EAA Chapter 983 welcomed community members, families, aviation enthusiasts, and vintage automobile collectors to Pecan Plantation, Texas (0TX1), for our annual fly-in. With chapter membership recently reaching a milestone of 200 members, the event served as a fantastic opportunity to share a passion for aviation with the local community.

Event Highlights & Impact:

• Attendance: Hosted 1,100 attendees, an increase from approximately 1,000 visitors in 2025.
• Displays: Featured 90 aircraft and 93 show cars, along with static displays from the local volunteer fire department and EMS CareFlite helicopter.
• Young Eagles Program: Flew 80 Young Eagles, introducing 43 youths to aviation for the very first time.

Volunteer Support

This successful event was made possible through the dedication of more than 90 volunteers who managed overall organization, setup, parking control, and air boss/ground taxi operations. Additionally, 15 Young Eagles pilots volunteered their time to take passengers to the sky while teaching the fundamentals of flight. Special thanks go to the volunteers from the Granbury High School MCJROTC and the Optimist Club for their valuable support.

Looking to 2027

We are already thinking ahead to next year’s fly-in and are looking forward to greeting you with a big Texas welcome!