Airport Fly In Operations

REUNION GENERAL OPS AND PARKING

NOTE: PLEASE REVIEW AIM 4-3-26: STANDARD HAND SIGNALS and
AIM 4-3-3 TRAFFIC PATTERN

For all descriptions of Wynkoop Airfield (6G4) runways, aircraft or vehicle parking, spectator areas and other information, refer to the Reunion aircraft parking plan.

  • Reunion will be open to only Wacos and any member’s aircraft
  • Wynkoop Airport will be notamed “closed except for prior permission”
  • All current National Waco Club members have permission to operate aircraft at Wynkoop Airport during the Reunion
The aircraft parking plan for the NWC Reunion at Wynkoop Airfield (6G4).

The following procedures are in place to assist in keeping the pilot, aircraft, parking staff and the spectators safe during our reunion.

  • During the Reunion runway 6-24 will be in use and left hand traffic applies for all operations. Traffic pattern altitude is 2041’ MSL.  Use Knox County (4I3) altimeter setting, AWOS-3 126.05.
  • The Unicom frequency / CTAF is 122.9. This frequency will NOT be monitored during the reunion. If you are using a radio, please make your radio calls in the blind.
  • Yellow day markers define the boundary of runway 6-24 and lights are on at night.
  • Runway 6-24 can be accessed from a full-length parallel taxiway located on the south side of the runway. The parallel taxiway is accessible from any point along the runway but beware of the edge markers and lights.
  • Run-up areas are on the south side of the runways at the threshold ends.
  • Runway 24 departures are not to depart from the north side as a very large tree blocks the final approach view.
  • The taxiway boundaries, parking exit/entrances and known hazards are marked with orange and yellow cones.
  • It is preferred that you not turn/ turn into your parking spot. There will be club volunteer and Civil Air Patrol assistance to move your airplane.

PARKING LAYOUT: See Airport Diagram

  • Download Reunion aircraft parking plan for parking layout.
  • The location of all WACO parking is on the south east side of runway 6-24.
  • There are two parking areas; “EAST” and “WEST”.
  • Both parking areas are accessible from the parallel taxiway.
  • East parking
    • A 75’ wide taxiway on the north side of the parking area provides access to the parking rows.
    • Rows 1-2 are spaced for small “F” types (RNF/ KNF/PBA).
    • Rows 3-4-5 are spaced for open types larger than (UPF).
    • Rows 6-7-8-9 are spaced for all cabin types.
  • West parking
    • West parking is accessed through the “Buddy ride” taxiway.
    • Rows “A”, “B” and “C” west of the “Grove” will accommodate any type of airplane.
    • The head of each row is marked by a yellow sign displaying the row number or letter in black with the row separated from the taxiway by orange cones.
    • Parking is on a first come, first served basis.

NEW WACO ARRIVALS

  • Upon arrival plan to clear the runway onto the parallel taxiway. Once on the taxiway taxi toward the center parking entrance. Look for a “Follow Me” golf cart on the south side of the parking entrance that will lead you to your parking row. The “Follow Me” cart is marked with a black and yellow “FOLLOW ME” sign and orange and white airfield hazard flag. On clearing the taxiway follow the cart to the parking alley. On reaching the parking alley the “FOLLOW ME” cart will make a right turn (south) into that parking alley. As you turn in, you will pick up a marshaller who will then guide you to a stopping point in the alley. You may also see wing walkers wearing orange vests and carrying orange wands who will meet you at the beginning of the parking alley to assist with wing tip clearance while taxiing. Wing walkers will use standard hand signals found in Chapter 4 of the AIM.
  • The marshaller may have you shut down parallel to your row, depending on the proximity of other airplanes. If stopped parallel to the row you will be assisted in pulling your airplane into its spot after shutdown. Marshaller will be using standard hand signals found in Chapter 4, sec. 3-26 of the AIM.
  • Tiedowns are mandatory. After arriving please put your tiedowns in and have your aircraft tied down anytime that you are not at the airport.

RETURNING WACO ARRIVALS

  • When available a golf cart will lead you, but if they are busy working new arrivals just head for your row and look for the wingwalkers and marshaller to assist you to your spot.
  • Plan to stop parallel to your row and have your airplane pulled into your parking spot.

WACO DEPARTURE

  • Wingwalkers will be available to assist in moving your airplane out of its parking spot prior to start up. If they are not there just ask anyone in an orange vest for help.
  • Wingwalkers will assist, at your request, in clearing your propeller area prior to start.
  • Wingwalkers will provide wing tip clearance and crowd control as you taxi out of the parking area.
    • If possible, please use wingwalkers while taxiing in the parking area.

FUEL

**Fuel may not be available at Wynkoop this year. **

**Fuel is available at Knox County Airport (4I3), 3 miles south **

  • Avgas service, when available, is provided for the duration of the reunion at your parking spot from a fuel truck staffed by National Waco Club volunteers. Fuel tank service is for transient airplanes.
  • The hours for this service will be 0800 until 1600 for the duration of the reunion through Saturday. Regular Wynkoop Airport Fuel service, if available, will resume on Sunday morning. The NWC staffed fuel truck will be available if there are enough volunteers to safely man the truck.
  • Fueling will not take place without the owner/pilot present.
  • At the completion of fueling you will be asked to sign the receipt and then you will be given a copy of the fueling receipt with the total gallons and airplane registration number noted.
  • Payment for your fuel is by taking your receipt to Brian Wynkoop or Doug Wheeler at the airport office. Payment is by cash or check only. Mr. Wynkoop does not offer credit card services in an effort to keep the fuel prices lower. The NWC does not handle payment. 
  • Running a tab of all receipts during your stay is allowed if you refuel several times and wish to make one payment when you are ready to leave.

CROWD CONTROL LINE

There is a white line painted on the ground along the north side of the Waco parking area. At Mr. Wynkoop’s request please do not walk across this line to get closer to the runway. Also, if you see anyone cross this line please let them know that they are to stay behind the line for their safety and at the airport owners request.

HANGAR SPACE

  • Hangar space is NOT available at Wynkoop Airport.
  • If you desire hangar space please make your own appropriate arrangements with any of the satellite airports in the area.

FLYBYS

Left hand patterns only. Do not pass other aircraft in the pattern.

AEROBATICS

No aerobatics over the field.

BUDDY RIDES/RIDE HAULING

  • Use one of three designated ride circles on the west side of the grove.
  • If you leave your engine running during loading, then you must have a designated helper escorting your passengers to/from your aircraft.
  • No ride hauling for hire.

WALKING ACROSS THE RUNWAY

  • Do not walk across runway 6-24.
  • If access to the north hangar is required then cross the runway only at the east end along Granville road.

Last updated: April 9, 2025