2013 Academy Driving Directions

If you're driving to the 2013 Ben Lowell Aerial Confrontation, there are a few things to be aware of:

  • No later than April 5th, you must send an email to Mark Matticola, mark.matticola.1 [at] us.af.mil, with the following information for every attendee over the age of 18:
    • Last name, First name
    • Date of Birth
    • Driver's License Number (or Social Security Number for anyone without a license)
    • Name of the competitor you are affiliated with (or "self" if you are a competitor)

Upon arrival:

  • Enter through the South Gate (map), which can be accessed from I-25, Exit 150 ("Academy Blvd").
  • All visitors over 18 must present a photo ID.
  • Tell the guards that you are going to the aerobatic contest with the 94th Flight Training Squadron on Talon Drive.

Once you are on the premises:

  • Proceed west/northwest on South Gate Blvd. Go 0.8 miles
  • Turn right on Airfield Dr. Go 0.2 miles.
  • Turn left on Talon Dr. Go 0.2 miles
  • Upon reaching the buildings, park in the lot on the left (west) side of Talon Dr.
  • A shuttle will take you to the airfield