Flying Field

General:
- The LIFT flying field is located on a mowed 40 acre field that is leased from a local farmer. 
- A parking area is provided in the northeast corner of the field. 
- Before entering the field, please note where the winch launch lines are set up and avoid crossing them at any time. 
- Our field is known for frequent thermals generated from the field and areas in every direction from the flying site depending on wind direction.  
- Fliers will find thermals on most days from April through November.

Amenities:
Gabe's Country Meats - Snacks, groceries, sandwiches, etc.  Approximately 400 yards north of field on Co. Rd 667 (turn left when exiting field) across M-72 on right side of road.  

Hayloft Inn -  Food and Beverage Service. 5.4 miles east on M-72

Lake Ann Country Store, B&M Party Store, and the Stone Oven - Grocery, beverage, and food service. 4.8 miles south on Co. Rd 667 (Turn right when exiting field) in Lake Ann, MI

Directions to flying field:
The field is located midway between Lake Ann, MI and Maple City, MI on County Rd 667 (Reynolds Road) about four hundreds yards south of the M-72 and County Road 667 intersection.
LIFT Flying Field Rules:
  • All flying will be conducted in a safe manner consistent with AMA rules
  • Fliers must be AMA members. Prospective members can fly three times under the supervision of a member of LIFT, then must become a member of both AMA and LIFT
  • Flight Rules
    • High speed passes on maneuvers will be made no closer than 150 feet from launching area
    • High speed passes are not permitted over the launching area
    • Low speed landing approaches over the launching area are to be discouraged but if necessary the pilot is to warn persons in the launch area
    • Pilots who intend to make a high speed pass over the field should make certain that the area of the field is clear
    • Full scale aircraft should be avoided at all times
    • Winch operators should make certain that persons are clear of the line and turnaround before the winch is operated
    • Frequency pins should be used if more than two pilots are flying
  • No alcoholic beverages are to be consumed by pilots
  • The last member out of the field should lock the gate
  • No littering! Members should pick up extraneous litter

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