2022 Details Coming Soon!  Expect similar to 2021, only better!

Join our community of pilots and members of EAA 179 and other New Mexico chapters for a day of checking out other pilots’ airplanes, browsing the exhibit hall and attending seminars, and sharing your passion for flying and aviation with other pilots and the public.

• Seminars:  Flying the New Mexico Backcountry, Electric Aircraft, Formation Flying – see schedule.
• Camping:  NEW THIS YEAR!  Camping for fly-in pilots will be available Friday and Saturday nights, located on the north ramp and in an adjacent grass area on the airfield.  See below for details.  Friday night cookout by EAA 179 on the field for campers and event volunteers.
• Aircraft Awards: Best Plans Built; Best Kit Built, Contemporary (1971 – present); Classic (prior to 1971); LSA/Trike; Warbird; Most Distant Fly-in, People’s Choice; LOEFI Grand Champion (judge’s choice).

Pilots – FLYING IN TO LOEFI

• Check Airport Diagram and Date (SkyVector). Note taxiway changes since 2018 which require crossing runway 22/04 from runway 17/35.
  • Inbound: Listen to AWOS on 119.025.
    • On first call, give distance and direction from airport. NOTE: tower controllers now have radar!
    • After landing, tell Double Eagle Ground that you are “going to the Fly In”.  Expect to taxi to parking in the tie-down area on the north ramp. See new airport diagram (.PDF).
  • Parking, fuel, and Fly-in Registration: Bode will provide fuel off truck at self serve price. Tie downs are limited; please bring chocks and ropes.
    • Parking in front of Bode FBO is reserved for transient aircraft. Self Serve fuel island will be closed. Double Eagle II Airport information: Airnav
  • Outbound: Accessing runway 17/35 from the ramp requires crossing runway 22/04. Also, there are new run up areas at both Runway 22 and Runway 17. Contact ground before proceeding FROM runup areas TO the runway unless otherwise instructed.  If you have questions, contact the Tower.

Pilots – STAYING A NIGHT, Friday and/or Saturday?

• • If you are staying over in Albuquerque, ask for special “Bode Aviation” rates at Rio Grande Best Western and Econolodge on Central Ave.  Rental cars ARE available on prior request via Bode Aviation FBO.

• • New for 2021 – On-field Camping for Pilots and crew.

    Airplane camping is being offered on the field at KAEG for Friday & Saturday nights.

    • Bring your tent and airplane tie-down stakes and ropes! Camping is offered in a grass area adjacent to the north ramp and on the north ramp itself. Check the ramp layout for greater detail.
    • Fly-In Cookout Friday night, hosted by EAA Chapter 179.
    • Food trucks will set up for the Fly-In, 0700-1500. Bombing Range Café on the field open 0800 – 1400 Fri/Sunday.
      
    • Upon arrival, tell Ground Control that you are here for LOEFI and camping, to receive directions to the camping area.
    • if you plan to camp, please send eMail to Arnold Bronson (arnoldbronson@icloud.com) or loefi@eaa179.org, or send questions or inquiries to them.

Pilots – ACTIVITIES AT THE FLY-IN!

• Two general areas will be set up for aircraft displays – a Showcase area for featured aircraft in front of the hangar, and the north ramp for Visiting Aircraft.  See event ramp map.
• Upon arrival, please stop by the Pilot Registration tent, where you will receive a T-shirt, a goodie bag plus make your choice for award category.
• Here is the schedule of activities of special interest for pilots (and crewmembers). Note in particular the WINGS Seminars. Check here for the complete Schedule of Activities  and Exhibitors.
  • 0830 – 0945 • WINGS Safety Seminar – “Flying the New Mexico Backcountry” – NMPA
  • 1015 – 1130  • Seminar – “Can Electric Aircraft Pull General Aviation Out Of The Nose Dive?” by Will Fox
  • 1130 • Aircraft Judging closes, People’s Choice ballots due
  • 1230 – 1300 • Gathering of Pilots for Group Photo and d Aircraft Awards Presentation, EAA 179
  • 1330 – 1430 •  Public Presentation – “Formation Flying”, by Chile Flight
• Food trucks will be on hand for breakfast and lunch.
• Continuing our tradition, we will have awards, some determined by our panel of judges, others voted on by the visiting public, and other special awards. The categories this year are:
  • For Judging: Best Plans Built, Best Kit Built, Best Contemporary (1971 to present), Best Classic (prior to 1971), Best Warbird
  • Public Voting: People’s Choice
  • Special:  Most Distant Fly-In
  • Grand Champion (judge’s choice)
  • Judging will conclude at 1130 hours, presentations will be at 1230 hours.

Updated 08/25/2021

New for 2021 – On-field Camping for Pilots and crew.

Airplane camping is being offered on the field at KAEG for Friday & Saturday nights.

• • Bring your tent and tie-downs!
  • Fly-In Cookout Friday night.
  • Bombing Range Café on the field open 0800 – 1400 Fri/Sat/Sunday.
  • eMail to loefi@eaa179.org with questions or inquiries.

Check back in August for updates for LOEFI 2021
Information below is from LOEFI 2019.

IF YOU ARE FLYING IN TO LOEFI, BE ADVISED …

• Construction in 2018 has been completed and the new taxiways are in use. Check the AFD for details.
  • Inbound: Listen to AWOS on 119.025.
    • On first call, give distance and direction from airport. NOTE: tower controllers now have radar!
    • After landing, tell Double Eagle Ground that you are “going to the Fly In”.  Expect to taxi to parking in the tie-down area on the north ramp. See new airport diagram (.PDF).
  • Parking, fuel, and Fly-in Registration: Bode will provide fuel off truck at self serve price. Tie downs are limited; please bring chocks and ropes.
    • Parking in front of Bode FBO is reserved for transient aircraft. Self Serve fuel island will be closed. Double Eagle II Airport information: Airnav
  • Outbound: Accessing runway 17/35 from the ramp requires crossing runway 22/04. Also, there are new run up areas at both Runway 22 and Runway 17. Contact ground before proceeding FROM runup areas TO the runway unless otherwise instructed.  If you have questions, contact the Tower.

STAYING A NIGHT, Friday or Saturday? 

• If you are staying over in Albuquerque, ask for special “Bode Aviation” rates at Rio Grande Best Western and Econolodge on Central Ave.  Rental cars ARE available on prior request via Bode Aviation FBO.

AT THE FLY-IN!

• Two general areas will be set up for aircraft – a Showcase area for featured aircraft in front of the hangar, and the north ramp for Visiting Aircraft.  See event ramp map.
• Upon arrival, please stop by the Pilot Registration tent, where you will receive a T-shirt, a goodie bag plus make your choice for award category.
• Check here for the Schedule of Activities  and Exhibitors.  Note in particular the WINGS Seminars:
  • 0900 – 1015  • Backcountry Flying in New Mexico –  New Mexico Pilots Association (NMPA) Backcountry Committe
  • 1030 – 1130  • Explore Instrument Flying Scenarios with EAA 179’s IMC Club
  • 1045 – 1200  •  High Performance Experimental Aircraft and Homebuilt Safety  – Will Fox
• Continuing our tradition, we will have awards, some determined by our panel of judges, others voted on by the visiting public, and other special awards. The categories this year are:
  • For Judging: Kit Built, Plans Built, Contemporary (1971 – present); Classic (prior to 1970); LSA/Trike; Warbird, Most Distant Fly-in, LOEFI Grand Champion
  • Public Voting: People’s Choice
  • Special:  Most Distant Fly-In
  • Judging will conclude at 1130 hours, presentations will be at 1300 hours.

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2015 LOEFI Photos

LOEFI 2015 Show – by Phil Thompson (open and scroll down)

2015 LOEFI Slideshow – Photos by Larry Bell

Chile Flight

A Look Inside Closer

Stearman, "Golden Wings"

We are all over it

Carbon Cub Spinner

Flightline Back to Back

SubSonex jet

PJ's Red Truck

Glider Pilot

"Golden Wings" Biplane

Checking Out The Helicopter

Swept Back in Time

T-34, Navy Plane, "Toots"

Future Aviator

Speed Record Setting Ercoupe

William Dubois

Toots' Big Smile

Interviewing

Reflection on the Past

SubSonex -Build a JET

Lookin' it Over: Beaver

Weather Service Exhibit

Start 'em Young

Chevrolet Pickup Hubcap

SubSonex jet

Check This Out Dad!

Low Riders In Your Face

Yellow Sportscar

Foodies

Looking it over

Low Rider Parade - Bombardiers

Stearman Biplane

The Land of Enchantment Fly In provides a unique opportunity for aviation businesses and nonprofit organizations to reach out to pilots, homebuilders, and aviation enthusiasts of all ages while supporting the educational and charitable efforts of EAA Chapter 179.

THANKS to our LOEFI 2021 Exhibitors and Sponsors!

CSI Aviation

All Female Flight Crew, a highlight of the Girls in Aviation event; LOEFI Bronze Sponsor

Natl Wx Service

Learning Cloud Types

Cibola Airway Museum

Airway Museum - at Grants Milan Airport

ABQ Sunport

Silver Sponsor

State Farm- Greg Shamas

Bronze Sponsor

Sunport History

Cavalcade of Wings -ABQ Aviation History

Women In Aviation, Intl

Host of Girls in Aviation Day

ABQ Soaring Club

Flying the Glider Sim

ABQ Soaring Club

CNM Aviation Technology

Become an aircraft mechanic!

EAA 179 Display

Come Fly with Us!

EAA Spirit Of Aviation

Air One Systems

FAA Certified Avionics Shop

The NinetyNines

International organization for women pilots

Lobo Wing - CAF

Lobo Wing Commemorative Air Force

Aviation & Educ Foundation

Engaging STEM demos!

SAMS Academy

Located at Double Eagle II

2021 Chapter Sponsors and LOEFI Exhibitors

GOLD SPONSORS
Ron and Debbie Harmon

SILVER SPONSORS
City of Albuquerque Aviation Dept / Double Eagle II Airport
NMDOT Aviation Division

BRONZE SPONSORS
Air One Systems – FAA Certified Avionics Shop
Airway Heritage Museum – Cibola County Historical Society
CSI Aviation
Kit Crumpton, Self-Published Author and Speaker (B-29 contribution to WWII)
State Farm Insurance – Greg Shamas
US Southwest Soaring Museum – Moriarty

MORE LOEFI 2021 EXHIBITORS
Albuquerque Soaring Club
Angel Flight South Central
Aviation and Education Foundation
Bernalillo County Sheriff Office
Bode Aviation
Cavalcade of Wings – Albuquerque
Civil Air Patrol, New Mexico Wing
CNM Aviation Technology
Commemorative Air Force – Lobo Wing
Duke City Electric Flyers
EAA Chapter 179
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Albuquerque Campus
FAA, Albuquerque FSDO
Jet Warbirds Santa Fe
National Weather Service – ABQ
New Mexico Aero Education
New Mexico Pilots Association
New Mexico State Police
Ninety-Nines, Rio Grande Norte Chapter
Recreational Aviation Foundation
Roadrunner Convoy – military vehicle display
SAMS Academy / SSLC – charter schools
Tuskegee Airmen – Gen Lloyd W. Newton Chapter
Women in Aviation – Land of Enchantment Chapter

In Kind Donations – LOEFI 2021
Albertsons
Albuquerque Wholesale
Bernalillo County Sheriffs Office
BJ’s Brewhouse
Bode Aviation
City of Albuquerque Aviation Dept
Cheddars
Chick Fil A
Costco (all locations)
Culligan Water
CVS – Unser and McMahon
Dr. Don Hedges, DO
Enchanted Sugar – Cottonwood Mall
Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers
Frito-Lay
Gale C.
Highway Supply
Home Depot – Rio Rancho and Albuquerque
Johnson Controls
Nuclear Science & History Museum
Olive Garden
Outback Steakhouse
Panera Bread – Coors
PepsiCo
Pizza 9
Range Cafe
ReddyIce
Red Lobster
Rudy’s BBQ
Starbucks – McMahon and Unser
Texas Roadhouse

EAA Chapter 179 accepts donations year round. Consider supporting Chapter 179 year round with benefits for various Corporate Sponsorship Levels. Some include a LOEFI booth and event recognition.

Fees for LOEFI 2021 sponsorships may be paid here.

Past LOEFI Photo Shows 

2019

Riveting!

Ironing a Wing

SunCountry Cubs Display

Radio Practice

IMG_2027

IMG_2102

LOEFI 2019-BendixKing Interview

BendixKing display

Chile BREAK!

Chile SMOKE ON!

Civil Air Patrol Booth

LOEFI 2019-RGN 99s Booth

NMDOT Aviation Division

Air One Systems

State Farm Insurance

Angel Flight SC

CAF - Lobo Wing

NMPA

RAF

SAMS Academy booth

NATCA

Albuquerque Soaring

IMG_2139

LOEFI 2019-50

LOEFI 2019-23

179 Fly Mart

IMG_2142

IMG_1928

Bluntz

MOPAR 1

MOPAR 2

Military Vehicles

EAA 179 Booth

LOEFI 2019-53

IMG_2129

IMG_2136

Sandia Aerospace

2016

Textron Aviation - Wichita

Aspen Avionics

BendixKing by Honeywell

Transform Flight

Devore Aviation

Sandia Aerospace

NMDOT Aviation Division

Duke City Flyers

Aero Mechanical Industries

Rio Rancho

IRQ Aviation

State Farm Insurance

Kit Crumpton, Author

Vertical Limit

New Mexico Pilots Association

CAF Lobo Wing

Lobo Wing of the Commemorative Air Force, Moriarty

SAMS Academy

Tuskegee Airmen

Albuquerque Sunport

Angel Flight

Museum of Nuclear Science and History

FAA, Albuquerque FSDO

Physics is Fun!

National Weather Service - ABQ

ABQ Cavalcade of Wings

SAMS Academy

NMDOT Aviation

Transform Flight

William Dubois, Speed Racer

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