Dayton937

Things to do in Dayton | Restaurants, Theatre, Music and More

Dayton International Airport

DAYrider Shuttle Service Returns To Airport’s Economy Parking Lot

By

DAYrider Shuttle Service has returned to the economy parking lot at your hometown airport.
With a daily flat rate of $5 per day, and over 2,000 spaces conveniently walkable to the terminal, the return of this valued amenity allows travelers the option of a quick two-minute shuttle ride to the terminal from the airport’s most value-oriented parking lot.
The DAYrider Shuttle picks up and drops off passengers at each shuttle booth inside the economy lot, and operates daily from 4:30 am to midnight, or after the last flight lands.
Dayton International Airport is committed to a safe, friendly and convenient experience for passengers. The DAYrider Shuttle is sanitized after each trip to and from the terminal entrance, and all city, state or other guidelines will be followed.
There are no hidden fees when parking on-airport. Book your travel in and out of your hometown airport, Dayton International. The airport currently provides over 15 non-stop destinations and is continually hard at work to make your experience enjoyable.
For additional parking information, call 937-898-1555. For more information about Dayton International Airport visit www.flydayton.com.

10 Week Construction Detour at Airport

By

Visitors to Dayton International Airport will notice a short detour beginning Aug. 2 as the U.S. Rt. 40 improvements project continues.
The following will be closed through Oct. 1:
-Access ramp from southbound Airport Terminal Drive to U.S. Rt. 40 (National Road)
-Access ramp from U.S. Rt. 40 (National Road) to northbound Airport Terminal Drive
The detour will involve Concorde Drive, Freight Drive, Cargo Road, Boeing Drive and Terminal Drive. It will be clearly marked and is expected to add less than five minutes of travel time to or from the airport.
Drivers approaching the airport via the Airport Access Road (from I-70) will not be affected by the ramp closures or detour.
The temporary ramp closures will allow the project to be completed in a shortened time frame. The U.S. Rt. 40 improvements project will widen a portion of U.S. 40, which will create a better traffic flow to and from the airport. The project will also upgrade traffic signals and provide new, modernized ramps at the U.S. 40 airport access point.

Dayton Air Show Drops Drive-In Format And Returns To A Normal Show

By

Governor DeWine’s announcement that Ohio’s health restrictions will end on June 2nd has given the CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show Presented by Kroger the green light to conduct a “normal” show in 2021. Show officials jumped at the chance to fully reopen and present a traditional show program complete with static display aircraft, specialty seating and a star-studded line-up of top aerobatic performers.

This year’s show will be headlined by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds on July 10th and 11th. 2021 marks the 46th anniversary of Dayton’s premier summer event held at Dayton International Airport.

“Hurray! We are back to a normal show,” proclaimed Scott Buchanan, Chairman of the United States Air and Trade Show Board of Trustees, producers of the event. “We’re so excited to return and give the people of Dayton an outdoor summer event to enjoy with family and friends. We have an incredible lineup of performers, comfortable seating and delicious food and beverages, so come on out and enjoy summer…it’s been a long time since we have been able to do this,” Buchanan added.

Show officials have spoken to Public Health Dayton & Montgomery County and received Ohio Department Public Health’s new order permitting the show to return to normal operations. The show will operate as it has in the past. Static aircraft will be available for public viewing and popular specialty seating areas like the Pavilion, Blue Sky Chalet, and Photo Pit will be open.

The show values its customers and will be implementing some new initiatives that will make guests feel comfortable and safe:

  • ➢  Fresh Air: Everything is outdoors. Nothing like good ole fresh air on a beautiful summer day.
  • ➢  Space: We have over 100 acres of show grounds. Plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the show.
  • ➢  Hand Sanitation Stations: Hand sanitation stations throughout site for guest convenience and safety .
  • ➢  Specialty Seating: All umbrella table seating areas, Pavilion, Blue Sky Chalet, private chalets and Chairman’s Club spaced a minimum of 6’ apart.
  • ➢  Cleaning: Tables, restrooms and other surfaces disinfected each day.

    Show spectators will enjoy a full, four-hour feature flying show in 2021. Joining the world-renowned U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will be an all-star lineup including the U.S. Army Golden Knights, the AeroShell Aerobatic Team, the amazing Shockwave Jet Truck, all-new Lucas Oil Airshows, and Jacquie B “Ladies, it’s Time to Fly” aerobatics. Additional attractions to the 2021 show will be announced soon.

  •  

    This year is a special year for the Thunderbirds in Dayton. Flying in Thunderbird # 6 as opposing solo will be Dayton native, Major Kyle Oliver. Born at Wright-Patterson AFB Medical Center, Kyle went on to graduate from Beavercreek High School and Ohio State University. He was inspired to join the U.S. Air Force while watching the Thunderbirds as a teen visitor to the Dayton Air Show. What a true Dayton, Ohio homecoming!

    2021 show tickets are on sale now at the show’s website, www.daytonairshow.com. Customers can enjoy a print-at-home option on all website purchases. Beginning June 1, 2021, customers can conveniently purchase discount general admission tickets at area Kroger stores. This Kroger exclusive offers $3.00 off adult and children’s tickets at over 100 Kroger stores in the Dayton/Cincinnati region. Visit the show’s website for additional information.

    Any drive-in tickets purchased for the 2021 show will be automatically refunded. Please visit the show’s website for further information and instructions. Any specialty seating that was purchased for the 2020 show or 2021 show before the change to a drive-in format will be honored at the 2021 show on July 10th and 11th. Visit the show’s website for more information.

Parking Costs at the Dayton International Airport

By

Effective May 14, the Dayton International Airport garage parking rate will be $20 per day max, a $2 increase, or $3 per half hour, which is a $1 increase from the current rates.  At this time there are no increases to Valet Parking, which has a daily maximum of $20.

 

“These changes will support the long-term goals of the airport while we continue to improve our service,” said Terry Slaybaugh, director of Dayton International Airport. “Once travelers experience how convenient parking on the airport property is, they’ll continue to think of the Dayton International Airport first every time they travel.”
Short Term parking is free for the first 30 minutes then $3 each additional half hour with a daily maximum of $24.  The Long Term lot is $2 per hour, with a daily maximum of $14 and the Economy Lot is $4.95/day. Ride the DAYrider courtesy shuttle, which circulates daily, directly to the Terminal from both the long term and economy lots.  In the Cell Phone Lot you can enjoy free parking and WiFi while you monitor flight information on the monitor, or wait for a call from arriving passengers. Vehicles may not be left unattended in this lot. which is a waiting lot is free.

DAYperks and DAYperks Corporate members will continue to automatically receive loyalty points when using the DAYperks card. Parking rates and lot locations are available at flydayton.com/parking-transport.

For more information about the DAYperks parking loyalty program, visit flydayton.com/dayperks.

The parking team at the airport offers free vehicle assistance including tire inflation, battery charging, windshield wiper repair, fuel for empty gas tanks and towing. Travelers who park at the airport can request this free service by calling 937-898-1555.

The new concierge service team will also be available to assist travelers in the terminal as needed. They have the most up-to-date information on terminal construction to ensure minimal disruption in the passenger experience.

Other Off-Site Parking Options

 Located on National Road,  just a short 4 minute shuttle ride away from the airport, Park-N-Go offers a self serve lot with 24 hour shuttle service for just $5.95/day or valet service for $10.90/day.  The valet service will have your car warmed up and ready for your arrival back and if it’s snowed they’ll have your windows scraped as well. They also can arrange to have your car washed & waxed, oil changed or other repairs while its there. You can also check Groupon for frequent discount packages.

 

Located just minutes from Dayton International Airport , Thrifty Airport Parking offers  a safe and secure parking lot, so you can enjoy peace of mind while you travel. It is a self-park service and is open 4:30am until 12:30am, 7 days a week. During these hours, they provide complimentary shuttle transportation to and from the airport. Reservations are required and rates quoted upon availability.

Red Lion Suites, about 10 minutes away on Miller Lane offers parking airport parking for $3.99/day with 24 hour shuttle service.

Vectren Dayton Air Show will roar with P-51, F4U warbirds and EAA offer Young Eagles Flight opportunity with Sean D. Tucker

By

Dayton Air ShowThe most exciting aviation event in the Tri-State region got even better with the addition of two magnificent warbirds to the 2014 Vectren Dayton Air Show Presented by Kroger, show officials announced today.
One is a pristine example of the North American P-51D Mustang, the famous fighter that helped win World War II. It’s restored in the markings of Capt. Herbert G. Kolb’s Baby Duck, a plane he flew to make five of the 14.5 kills credited to him. The other is a rare Chance Vought F4U-5 Corsair, a version of the carrier-based fighter that had a more powerful engine than earlier versions and numerous other performance enhancing features.
Thanks to the show’s “Performer Pit Row” static display, spectators will be able to get a close look at these warbirds and other planes when they aren’t flying in the June 28-29 air show at Dayton International Airport.
They join modern military performers including the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, the U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier, the Air Force Academy’s Wings of Blue parachute team and the U.S. Coast Guard’s HH-65 Dolphin search-and-rescue demonstration. Civilian performers include Sean D. Tucker, Patty Wagstaff, the North American AeroShell Aerobatic Team, the F-86 Sabre and the Shockwave jet truck. The one-of-a-kind Wright “B” Flyer, a lookalike of the Wright brothers’ first production airplane, will also fly each day.

Air show superstar Sean D. Tucker will give a child his or her first flight in a general aviation airplane in cooperation with the Vectren Dayton Air Show Presented by Kroger and the Experimental Aircraft Association’s (EAA’s) Young Eagles program.  Tucker, chairman of EAA’s Young Eagles since 2013, will give the flight at 10 a.m. on June 25, just prior to the air show on June 28-29. News media will be invited to cover the flight from the air in a photo chase plane. The flight will be offered to the winner of a Vectren Dayton Air Show essay contest. Visit www.daytonairshow.com/youngeagles for contest details.

Since 1992, more than 44,000 EAA volunteer pilots participating in Young Eagles have given first flights to more than 1.8 million youths. Registered Young Eagles have opportunities for scholarships, flight training, online resources, free student membership to the Academy of Model Aeronautics, free access to more than 300 science and technology museums and more. Thousands have become aviators themselves.

Tucker is a National Aviation Hall of Fame enshrinee and one of the National Air and Space Museum’s 25 Living Legends of Flight—an elite group that includes Jimmy Doolittle, Chuck Yeager, Bob Hoover, Gene Cernan and John Glenn. He is also one of the Living Legends of Aviation. He will be a featured performer at the air show along with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier, USAF Academy Wings of blue Parachute Team, Patty Wagstaff, AeroShell aerobatic team, Shockwave Jet Truck and more.

Ticket prices remain unchanged from 2013. The popular Chairman’s Club, Pavilion, Family 4 Pack, and Blue Sky Chalet are now on sale, offering a range of seating amenities. Tickets can conveniently be purchased through our show website at www.daytonairshow.com. Deep discount general admission tickets are on sale at more than 100 Kroger stores in the Dayton-Cincinnati region.

Founded in 1975, the Vectren Dayton Air Show Presented by Kroger is one of North America’s premier air shows. It features world-class aerobatic champions, military jet demonstrations and entertainment for the whole family, celebrating Dayton’s rich aviation heritage as home of the Wright Brothers, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force and National Aviation Heritage Area. It is produced by the United States Air and Trade Show, Inc., a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit Ohio corporation that relies on sponsorship and community support to offset costs. The Dayton/Montgomery County Convention and Visitors Bureau estimates the show adds $3.2 million to the region’s economy every year. For more information, visit www.daytonairshow.com.