Music City STOL is an exhilarating aviation fly-in and STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) competition set to take place in Gallatin, TN, on October 11-12. This event promises an exciting showcase of skill and performance. Pilots from various backgrounds will converge to demonstrate their aircraft's impressive capabilities in terms of short takeoffs and landings.

National STOL events aim to be a family friendly day out at the airport for both airplane enthusiasts and those new to general aviation! Be sure to check the weather and plan accordingly with hats, sunblock, jackets, or rain gear as necessary. Food trucks will be available, or you are welcome to bring small coolers. Camping chairs are encouraged!

Just down the road from Nashville, a live singer-songwriter showcase will take place throughout the day. Included with your ticket purchase is live music by Connor McCutcheon and Madeline Consoer, along with a full concert by Nashville Harbor Records recording artist Noah Hicks at the conclusion of the competition!

Our venue is Music City Executive Airport (XNX), 1475 Airport Rd, Gallatin, TN 37066.

All times are tentative and subject to change

Thursday, October 10

3:00pm – Camping Opens
3:00-5:00pm – Camping and Competitor Check In
5:00pm – Competitor Registration Closes

Friday, October 11

9:00am-11:00am – Camping and Competitor Check In
10:30am – Volunteer Briefing
11:00am – Mandatory New Competitor Safety Briefing
11:20am – General Safety Briefing for all pilots who choose to practice
12:30-5:00pm – Competitor Practice
6:00pm – EAA Cookout for competitors and volunteers

Saturday, October 12

8:00-9:00am – Camping and Competitor Check In; Breakfast available for Pilots and Volunteers
8:30am – Volunteer Briefing
9:00am – Mandatory Competitor Safety Briefing
9:00am – Gates Open for Spectators
10:00am – Competition Begins
There will a singer/songwriter showcase in between each competition class. We anticipate the competition will finish between 3:00 and 4:00pm, at which point a concert by a featured artist will take place on the main stage. 
6:00pm – Closing Dinner and Awards Ceremony for Competitors, Sponsors, and Volunteers

Sunday, October 13

11:00am – Camping Closes

Before proceeding with your registration, be sure to review the 2024 National STOL Rules. During your registration, you will be asked to fill out your pilot profile, including uploading a photo of yourself and one of your aircraft.

If you are a first time National STOL competitor, or if you have not competed in more than two years, note that you are required to participate in Friday's practice day and New Competitor Safety Briefing. Schedule your travel plans accordingly!

Standard and Rookie Class registration fees are $175 through Sunday, October 6. Starting on Monday, October 7, the registration fee will increase to $250.

Competitors: You receive one complimentary camping space with your competitor registration. Instructions on how to claim this space will be provided in your confirmation email.

UNDERWING, RV, and GENERAL TENT CAMPING at the airfield is limited and available by advance reservation only!

Camping opens on Thursday, October 10 at 3:00pm and closes on Sunday, October 13 at 11:00am. Camping is primitive. No hook ups are available; bring your own water and generators! All camping reservations include 2 adult general admission tickets to Saturday’s competition. In addition, food trucks will be on site.

For your convenience, room blocks are available at the following hotels:

• Quality Inn: $112/night plus taxes
• Sleep Inn: $126/night plus taxes

To book the Quality Inn or Sleep Inn, contact General Manager Viral "Vick" Patel directly at vdps231@yahoo.com or by calling (615) 310-9063.

• Hilton Garden Inn, rates starting at $136/night here.

Rental cars are available through Vik Jenkins Chevrolet. Contact Scott or Michelle at (615) 452-5934.

Our venue is Music City Executive Airport (XNX), 1475 Airport Rd, Gallatin, TN 37066.

If you are flying in, transient parking is available. Please note that the airport will remain open throughout the event. However, be sure to monitor UNICOM. If you arrive during the practice on Friday or the competition on Saturday, our airbosses will advise you of any competition traffic and may ask you to hold for a break between heats. We highly recommend you plan your arrival and departure outside of the event windows.

When you land, please advise if you are 1) a competitor, 2) parking and camping underwing, 3) parking the aircraft only for the weekend, or 4) coming in and departing the same day. This will aid in directing you to the appropriate area.