Vintage Air Tours
On the edge of Madison County just a short drive outside of town, David Mars of Vintage Air Tours offers rides in his 1929 Curtiss-Wright Travel Air Biplane. This unique and charming experience allows passengers to “fly back in time to the Golden Age of Aviation”.
David “Candy Man” Mars is a private pilot by day and has been selling biplane rides for the love of flying for 43 years. He is a member of the American Barnstormers and enjoys welcoming visitors and locals to his airstrip, Slobovia Outernational Airport, to share his impressive collection of aviation memorabilia and vintage airliner artifacts. Don’t miss your chance to view Ridgeland and central Mississippi from the sky during your visit to Ridgeland.
Book Your Flight
- Rides are by appointment only and can be scheduled by calling David Mars at (601) 982-2828 or (601) 942-5782.
- Up to two passengers can ride at a time. Rides are $180.00 for two people or $90.00 per person.
Things to Know
- Vintage Air Tours depart from the Slobovia hanger located at 148 US Highway 49 North, Jackson MS 39209.
- For questions, call the Ridgeland Visitors Center at (601) 605-5252 or David Mars at (601) 982-2828.
Save The Date: Annual Slobovia Pumpkin Drop
Each year in the last week of October, Slobovia Outernational hosts its annual Pumpkin Drop. Children can ride for free, where from 400 feet in the air, decorated pumpkins are aimed at targets on the runway. This free event is fun for the whole family.
2023 Slobovia Pumpkin Drop
Saturday, October 28, 2023
148 US Highway 49 North, Jackson MS 39209