Look at Me! I'm an Airplane!
We went to the
RDU Observation Park today. I had never been but it was pretty cool.
There's a covered observation deck that overlooks a runway and we saw several planes of various sizes take off. You also get to hear the radio chatter between pilot and air traffic control. It's still amazing to watch a huge 747 plane suddenly lift off the ground and start climbing quickly out of sight.
There's a nice flat paved area and mini-runway that the girls loved riding their bikes and scooters on. And we even had snacks at the picnic tables there.
Fun and FREE.
More photos here.
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Posted by Chris on 9/18/2005 08:49:00 PM :: Permalink
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Truly a fun place. Spent many an evening there with family and friends. The last big plane to take off daily was the UPS cargo plane at 10pm. That was our cue to leave.
That's interesting. The web site says "7am to dusk" and the sign on the gate said it opens at 9am. Perhaps good communication isn't the airport's strength.
I wouldn't mind seeing them takeoff at night myself.
Looks like everyone had a great time. Your girls are growing up fast. I'm sure next time I talk to them they will have a lot to tell me about the airport.