Open House and
Free Lunch at DPA
Saturday, June 4

Join us for an open house, complimentary lunch and optional WINGS seminar from noon to 2pm.

Spend a fun-filled hour or so at the airport...you're sure to enjoy the camaraderie of pilots who share a passion for flying. You'll also be able to ask our instructors or staff members any questions you may have. There is no cost or obligation to attend either the lunch or seminar.

Seminar Topic:
VFR Navigation
We'll be covering:
Planning Procedures
Publications and Calculations
New Flight Planning Tools
and more...

We're Your Neighbors
American Flyers, DPA
3N040 Powis Road
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 584.4700
Director: Randy Weber

Driving directions
Airport Information

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