Fly-In
Since June 1957, Merced Regional Airport has hosted the annual Merced West Coast Antique Fly-In. Each year, the fly-in draws hundreds of pilots from across the Western United States to Merced to display their rare and antique aircraft. The fly-in also features an air show and an antique car show. In 2007, the 50th annual fly-in drew nearly 400 planes as well as several stunt pilots.
Since 2008, the Merced West Coast Antique Fly-In has been canceled due to lack of sponsors and volunteers. Pilots wanting to participate in the fly-in are still welcomed to congregate at the airport. However, this gathering is unofficial and given limited publicity.
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