# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Wing Thing - Powered Paraglider Fly-In
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: This will be the first-ever PPG event at Jack Barstow Airport in Midland, Michigan!

Join us August 13-16th, 2026 for the 1st Annual Wing Thing Powered Paraglider Fly-In. This free event was created to bring together pilots, spectators, future pilots, volunteers, aviation vendors, food vendors, and the powered paragliding community.

Come enjoy PPG flying, dry camping (for pilots and flight crew), a pancake breakfast, food truck, vendor displays, great company, and a weekend built around supporting and growing the sport of powered paragliding.

This is a FREE event for both pilots and spectators!

PILOTS, SPECTATORS, CAMPERS, AND VOLUNTEERS:

Please pre-register and complete the event waiver so we can plan pilot parking, camping, volunteers, food, safety, waivers, and event logistics:

https://form.jotform.com/261402631197049

AVIATION VENDORS, FOOD VENDORS, AND BOOTH DISPLAYS:

Vendor spaces must be approved before setup. Please complete the vendor application here:

https://form.jotform.com/261443472858061

Submitting a vendor application does not guarantee approval or booth space. Approved vendors will be contacted with setup details, parking instructions, arrival times, payment information, and any applicable vendor fees.

LOCATION:

Jack Barstow Airport (KIKW)
Midland, Michigan

Entrance is located on the west side of the airport off Sturgeon Road, across from E. Letts Street.

EVENT CONTACT:

Jason Reamsma
Metal Sky High Powered Paragliding School LLC
(810) 498-8750

Please contact Jason regarding pilot logistics, camping, RV parking, vendor approval, volunteering, sponsorship opportunities, food vendors, or general event questions.

Official Gaggle Event Page:

https://share.flygaggle.com/joinGroup?p=eyJncm91cElkIjoicUNEQi0xNzc5NTYyMzkzNzAyIiwiam9pbkNvZGUiOiJpX19iRyJ9

THINGS TO DO IN MIDLAND:

One of the great things about Midland is the abundance of outdoor activities. Para-waiting doesn’t have to be boring! While you’re here, enjoy kayaking the Tittabawassee River, exploring the Canopy Walk at Dow Gardens, biking local trails, dining downtown, visiting local parks, and more.

RV SERVICES:

Water fill and waste dumping are available nearby at the Midland County Fairgrounds on Eastman Road.

Let’s pack the field and make the 1st Annual Wing Thing a weekend to remember!

Blue skies and tailwinds
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/midland/wing-thing-powered-paraglider-fly-in/200029837344411
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, camping, sports, food-drinks, volunteering
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 120

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://www.facebook.com/events/midland-jack-barstow-airport-kikw/wing-thing-powered-paraglider-fly-in/2959729154232697/?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=midland-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Midland
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Midland Jack Barstow Airport - KIKW
- **lat**: 43.658164302003
- **long**: -84.262508072119
- **full address**: Midland Jack Barstow Airport - KIKW, 6601 Barstow Dr, Midland, MI 48642-7783, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Wing Thing - Powered Paraglider Fly-In
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/662c4f67e182fe74cc2ef17ee8c85c877b5c01157c7cdda2b6959d963a96cf06-rimg-w1200-h900-dc080808-gmir?v=1786897511

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Wing Thing - Powered Paraglider Fly-In being held?
  - **A:** Wing Thing - Powered Paraglider Fly-In takes place on Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Midland Jack Barstow Airport - KIKW, 6601 Barstow Dr, Midland, MI 48642-7783, United States.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Wing Thing - Powered Paraglider Fly-In is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Midland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 120+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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