Unique planes from around the country arrive in Middletown for weekend event

The 19th Convention of the National Aeronca Association takes place June 15-17, when owners and enthusiasts of Aeronca aircrafts convene in Middletown.

From 1928 to 1951, the company was a major producer of general aviation aircraft, and also produced the engines for some of their early designs.

Aeronca is now a division of Magellan Aerospace, and produces aircraft, missile, and space vehicle components in Middletown.