Pryor Airport to host first ever North Alabama AirFest this weekend

TANNER, Ala. (WHNT) — The first-ever North Alabama AirFest is happening this weekend, and organizers are definitely looking to put on a show. Organizers say those who go could be in for a real treat.

The goal of the event is to get people excited about aviation while educating the next generation about the industry. Adam Fox the Pryor Field Airport manager says the AirFest is designed to celebrate the history of aviation throughout Alabama.

“We want to get the public out here so they can understand all about not only Pryor Field but the aviation industry as a whole in the state of Alabama,” Fox said.

There will be fly-by demonstrations, air show performances, and the addition of a top gun zone. Top Gun’s Iceman impersonator Brian Ernst says he’s hoping to find his next wingman.

“I encourage everyone to come on out we’re looking to make new wingmen out here…