Volunteering at Flite Fest 2026 - Wright Patterson Airforce Base - Dayton, Ohio
Flite Fest wouldn’t happen without incredible volunteers like you!
Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned pro, there’s a place for you on our team.
We truly appreciate your willingness to pitch in. Every helping hand makes a difference in creating an unforgettable experience for everyone. Thank you!
Will I be accepted as a volunteer?
There will be plenty of instances where we will receive applications for positions that are already filled. That's okay!
We don't want anyone to feel like they weren't selected for any particular reason. In some cases, positions were filling up long ago based on the fact that we knew there were some really talented people already suited to a position. Your application won't be wasted. We will use them as a reference for future events and use it to coordinate more closely as we fill out traditional volunteer positions.
What are the working hours?
Volunteers should expect to work a 4-hour shifts on 2-3 different days. See the dates question for information about days we need events. Some of these positions will be more mentally or physically taxing than others so please let us know what your preference is. Some positions will involve interacting with people (a lot of people) and some will be more physically demanding but less mental fatigue. Although there will be plenty of work to do, your shifts will be designed to be FUN! This is not only a great way to meet other people at the event but to really meet some new friends and have a common goal together.
What days are volunteers needed?
Volunteers are needed August 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th.
Hours and duties will vary by day and position.
Where is Flite Fest 2026?
Flit Fest 2026 is at Wright Patterson Airforce Base & Museum in Dayton, Ohio.
Available Positions, Responsibilities & Skills Needed
Build & STEM Tents
- Roles and responsibilities
- Answer questions to help the community complete their building projects
- Table setup, restocks and tear down
- Monitor environment for safety (no props, battery safety, sharps, etc)
- Aid in first flight inspections if needed and possible first flights
- Aid new builders where needed with encouragement and knowledge
- Skills needed
- Knowledge of building FT aircraft
- Knowledge of FT building techniques
- Basic Knowledge of Open TX and Spektrum systems
- Advanced flying skills (if helping with first flights)
- Fire extinguisher operation
Flite Line Safety
- Roles and responsibilities
- Maintain safe flight operations on the flight line
- Monitor aircraft flying in your area
- Monitor people at the flight line and in the field
- Coach new pilots with a friendly and warm demeanor
- Help new pilots with questions and friendly teaching of flight line etiquette
- Skills needed
- Knowledge of flight line best practices
- Good eyesight
- Good hearing
- positive attitude and good communication
- willingness to teach and encourage
- Fire extinguisher operation
FT Store
- Roles and responsibilities
- Help with stocking
- Help customers find products and parts
- Help with organizing and cleaning
- Skills needed
- Friendly demeanor and desire to help others
- Basic knowledge of FT Products (we have resources available for you)
- Willingness to work closely with the FT Store Team
FT Store Tech Support
- Roles and responsibilities
- Help troubleshoot electronic or technical issues
- knowledge of FT Products and the electronics that go with them
- Skills needed
- Friendly and encouraging attitude
- Advanced knowledge of
- RC Electronics
- Open TX
- FlySky
- Spektrum
- FT Aura Lite
- Control linkages and set-ups
FT Guest Services
- Roles and responsibilities
- Hand out materials
- Help visitors with any information that they ask for
- Register pilots for passes
- Skills needed
- Friendly disposition and communication skills
- Ability to read a map and provide directions
Grounds Electrical and Utilities
- Roles and responsibilities
- Maintain gas in generators
- Address electrical problems on grounds
- Monitor utilities for safety
- Skills needed
- Knowledge of electrical systems
- knowledge of generators and high-voltage electrical
- Please list skills and background in utilities you wish to manage during sign-up
Camp Parking and Traffic
- Roles and responsibilities
- Guide traffic entering the site
- Help visitors find the day parking spot
- Guide cars and campers to their proper destinations
- Skills needed
- Friendly disposition and communication skills
- Ability to read a map and provide directions
Registration
- Roles and responsibilities
- Register pilots
- Register campers
- Ring up pilots and campers
- Answer questions
- Skills needed
- Friendly disposition and communication skills
- Ability to handle money and make change
- Ability to work an iPad or registration device
Shuttle
- Roles and responsibilities
- Shuttle visitors between camping and show central
- Keep the shuttle clean and inviting
- Skills needed
- Driver’s license
- Friendly disposition and ability to make conversation
- Ability to read a map and follow directions