Question 1

What is Motown

Accepted Answer

Motown is a private airport on 80 acres located thirty miles Southwest of Phoenix, Arizona in Vekol Valley.

Motown Airport (5AZ6)

Question 2

Are there nearby services?

Accepted Answer

Motown is a very remote place, the nearest services are in the towns of Maricopa and Gila Bend, both are over 30 miles away. If you forget something it is a long drive to get it.

Question 3

Can I come early?

Accepted Answer

Only Maniac's and other volunteers are allowed into the event early for setup. The gate is locked until Thursday morning, however, Motown borders the Sonoran Desert National Monument where dispersed camping is allowed. There are also RV campgrounds with hookups available in Gila Bend and parking at Harrah's Ak-Chin near Maricopa.

Question 4

What will the weather be like?

Accepted Answer

Winter in the Sonoran Desert has extreme temperatures that can range from the 90's during the day to below freezing at night, and rain is always possible, even in the desert. You should pack warm, cold, and wet weather clothing and gear. If camping, be sure to bring a waterproof tent and warm bedding. Check our weather page.

Question 5

What should I bring?

Accepted Answer

Motown is very remote and it is a long way to the nearest town if you forget something. Electric is by generator only. Well water is available but you should bring plenty of drinking water. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are available from vendors, but you will need to bring any other food, snacks, or drinks. You should have clothing for temperatures from 90 degrees to below freezing, and there is always a possibility of rain, even in the desert. Bring everything you will need for several days in the remote Sonoran Desert, including a waterproof tent/RV, warm bedding, chairs, food, drinking water, drinks, flashlight/headlamp, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, medical kit, medication, camera, FRS radio (if flying). Don't forget something for show and tell!  We also ask that attendees contribute something to the event. From clean-up volunteers to flamethrowers, it's the contributions that make this event so special.

Question 6

Are there bathrooms available?

Accepted Answer

Porta potties are available. Showers are not provided, but well water is avaible for portable shower systems.

Question 7

Are RV hook-ups available?

Accepted Answer

No, but well water is available, however, this water has not been tested for potability. Dumping tanks is not allowed.

Question 8

Are hotels nearby?

Accepted Answer

The closest hotels are in the Town of Gila Bend or the City of Maricopa both about an hour's drive.

Question 9

Is the Arizona Flying Circus an airshow?

Accepted Answer

No. The Arizona Flying Circus is a fly-in at a private airport. People do bring incredible flying machines and sky divers have lots of options to jump.

Question 10

Who are the Motown Maniac's?

Accepted Answer

All Maniac's are volunteers, but not all volunteers are Maniac's. The Maniac's are super volunteer's with years of dedication to the AFC.

Question 11

Where do I go if I have a question or need help?

Accepted Answer

Registration at the front gate can answer your questions. For a safety or flying issue ask a Safety Officer. If you have a medical emergency seek the Motown Medical Staff.

Question 12

Is this event just for pilots or skydivers?

Accepted Answer

No. The AFC is more than a fly-in. Many non-flyers come for the for the shooting range, food, and entertainment.

Question 13

What if it rains?

Accepted Answer

The AFC is a rain or shine event.

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