There is a lot of activity for model airplane enthusiasts all year round on the Wasserkuppe. From exciting competitions to inspiring seminars, we offer a variety of events that attract model pilots from all over the world. Be there and experience the enthusiasm and camaraderie among like-minded people.
Model flight dates 2024
May 18, 2024: Whitsun Cup
Starting 10.00 pm
There will be no regular model flying operations from 10.00 a.m. to 15.00 p.m.
Register by 9.00 a.m. on the day of the competition or at klaus.loecker@hotmail.com
May 18 – May 20, 2024: Magnetic aircraft
Regular model flight operations will take place on May 19th and 20th.
June 2, 2024: Model Flight Day
Starting 10.00 pm
The organizer DMFV will cover the flight fee for all pilots on this day.
Regular model flight operations take place here.
June 29 - 30, 2024: Tall ship tow
This year we want to revive the popular tall ship meeting to mark the 100th anniversary of the flying school on the Wasserkuppe. There's a lot on offer, from vintage cars to super orchids. Aerobatic gliders with smoke cartridges are always a highlight for the eye and are very welcome. The venue is the southern slope. Parking spaces along the runway are reserved for the pilots. A hall is available for the models to stay overnight. There will be no regular model flying operations on both days.
July 19 – 21, 2024: Retro flying
Everyone whose original models had their first flight up to around 1965 is invited to take part in retro flying. Pilots from several European countries are expected with unique aircraft models. Regular model flying operations take place from 10.00 a.m. to 17.00 p.m.
Register in advance at http://retroplane.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5459 are required for operation.
July 20th – 28st, 2024: DMFV Youth Week
Regular model flight operations take place here.
September 2nd and 5th, 2024: AMD Flight Days
Regular model flight operations take place here.
