Spanish Fork readies Wings and Wheels airshow Sept. 27; organizers expect over 20,000

Spanish Fork officials and the airshow organizer briefed the City Council Sept. 16 on the city’s annual Wings and Wheels airshow, set for Sept. 27 at the Spanish Fork Airport. Organizer Christian told the council the city hosted more than 17,000 attendees last year and that pre‑ticket sales indicate this year’s crowd could top 20,000.

“There’s a lot of aircraft rides available that weekend,” Christian said, listing several historic World War II aircraft scheduled to appear, including a PBY Catalina, a Privateer (the last flying Privateer in the world), a C‑47 (“Old Number 30”), and a B‑17 (“Ye Olde Pub”). Event maps, performer lineups, sponsor information and ticket links are posted at spanishfork.gov/airshow. Organizers noted children 12 and under receive free admission and online ticket purchases save about $5 per adult ticket.

The airshow will run 9 a.m.–4 p.m. on Sept. 27. Organizers added a new teen ticket this year and recommended buying tickets online to avoid long entry lines. The city also confirmed helicopter rides and additional historic aircraft ride opportunities will be available with advance signup.

Airport and access updates Christian told the council progress at the airport will support more hangar tenants and better access for visitors: Pady Aviation is pursuing certificates of occupancy on nearly 20 hangars with an access road on the north side of the airport (to be named Aviator Way) expected to open within weeks. City staff said further paving is scheduled prior to the contractor’s October 15 paving deadline.

Council members praised the event and staff work. Councilman Oiler described the show as family friendly and said the World War II aircraft create a historical connection for attendees; Councilman Carden emphasized the importance of buying tickets in advance so families avoid long entry lines during peak hours.

Practical details and public notice Tickets, performer lists and maps are at spanishfork.gov/airshow. Online ticket buyers receive a discount; children 12 and younger enter free. Organizers asked the council and city staff to emphasize online ticketing to ease gate lines and speed entry for families.

Speakers - Christian — Wings and Wheels organizer (event details and attendance figures) - Councilman Oiler — Council member (remarks of support) - Councilman Carden — Council member (youth outreach and mental‑health context elsewhere in meeting) - Mayor (presiding) — opening remarks and liaison to staff

Why it matters Wings and Wheels is one of Spanish Fork’s largest single‑day public events, drawing families and thousands of visitors to the airport and impacting traffic, parking and public‑safety planning. The event also leverages the airport as a community asset while showcasing historic aircraft and offering paid rides that help support the event’s budget.

Speakers (attributed) - Christian, event organizer — presented attendance figures ("just over 17,000 attendees last year") and aircraft roster; described new teen ticket and online discount. - Councilman Oiler — described the event as family friendly and noted the popularity of historic WWII aircraft.

Clarifying details - Date/time: Sept. 27, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. - Admission: Children 12 and under free; online purchases save approximately $5 per ticket. - Notable aircraft: PBY Catalina; Privateer (last flying Privateer); C‑47 ("Old Number 30"); B‑17 ("Ye Olde Pub"). - Airport infrastructure: Pady Aviation pursuing certificates of occupancy for ~20 hangars; north‑side access road (Aviator Way) opening within weeks; additional paving scheduled before Oct. 15.

Searchable tags: airshow, Wings and Wheels, Spanish Fork Airport, PBY Catalina, B-17

Provenance - Topic intro: Christian staff report and event briefing (transcript excerpt: "We've got our annual Wings and Wheels Airshow event coming up on September 27...Last year, we had our biggest year yet with just over 17,000 attendees") (transcript segment start ~1159.79). - Topic finish: Council discussion and ticketing reminder (transcript excerpt: "Please hop online and get your tickets in advance. That'll really maximize your time in the venue.") (transcript segment ~1391.28).

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Engagement forecast: local newsworthiness high (0.85); recommended audience: city residents and families; predicted_read_time_minutes 2.5.