
SWAMP STOL is an exhilarating aviation fly-in and STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) competition set to return for the 5th time to Jennings, Louisiana, on April 11 and 12. This event kicks off the 2025 National STOL season and 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!
One ticket provides access for the entire weekend. Our venue is Jennings Airport (3R7) in Jennings, LA.
Event Schedule
All times (central time zone) are tentative and subject to change. Check ins and briefings take place on the Stage.
Thursday, April 10
3:00pm - Camping Opens
3:00-5:00pm - Competitor and Volunteer Check In
5:00pm - Fly Out to Oakdale Airport for Dinner
Friday, April 11
8:30-9:30am - Competitor and Volunteer Check In
9:45am - New Competitor Safety Briefing
10:15am - Returning Competitor Safety Briefing
11:00am-4:00pm - Competitor Practice
4:00pm - Fly Out to Di’s Cajun Restaurant (for arrival by 4:30pm)
7:30pm - City of Jennings Fireworks Display
Saturday, April 12
8:00-8:30am - Volunteer Check In
8:30am - Volunteer Briefing
9:00am - Competitor Briefing
9:00am - Gates Open for Spectators
10:00am - Competition Begins
We anticipate the competition will run until around 3:00pm
6:30pm - Closing Dinner and Awards Ceremony for Competitors and Invited Guests
Compete
Before proceeding with your registration, be sure to review the 2025 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 reduced through Sunday, April 6. Starting on Monday, April 7, the registration fee will increase.
Volunteer
Camp
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. Competitor camping spaces must be claimed in advance as space is limited!
UNDERWING, RV, and GENERAL TENT CAMPING inside the airfield is limited and available by advance reservation only! Please note that all camping is primitive; no hook ups are available.
Hotel Information
For your convenience, two room blocks have been arranged:
Days Inn (just outside the airport fence): Call the hotel directly at (337) 824-5280 and ask for the Swamp STOL rate to book.
Hampton Inn (About 1/4 mile from the airport): Use this link to book. Please note that the hotel is undergoing renovations and rooms are limited.
Event Map and Directions
Our venue is Jennings Airport (3R7) in Jennings, LA.
If you are flying in:
Monitor UNICOM 122.8. Advise upon landing if you are a competitor, underwing camping, or departing the same day. This will aid in directing you to the appropriate parking area. We highly recommend you schedule your arrival and departure OUTSIDE of the scheduled practice and competition windows. During these time periods, our air bosses will advise you of competition traffic and may ask you to hold for a break in between heats.
If you are driving in: Please monitor the weather. Wet weather may necessitate a change in plans, which will be communicated via social media and the National STOL mailing list.
For Camping: Do NOT put Jennings Airport on Airport Road in your GPS, as this will take you to the wrong side of the airport. Instead, follow these directions or use the Motel 6 Jennings address (607 Holiday Drive) to find the correct entrance. From I-10, take Exit 64 for LA-26E/Elton Road. At the first stoplight, turn right on Holiday Road. Continue down Holiday Road continue past the the Days Inn and Motel 6, and look for to the camping entrance gate on the left (see route in RED on detail map linked below).
For General Parking: From I-10, take Exit 64 for LA-26E/Elton Road. Continue down Elton Road for just over half a mile before turning right onto Airport Road. Watch for National STOL parking signs directing you into the grass lot. (see route in BLUE on detail map linked below).