DFW Founders' Plaza is a scenic outdoor observation area located at 1700 North Airfield Drive in Grapevine, Texas. This institution offers visitors a …
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Jul 7, 2024
Views of the airport and aircraft coming and going were amazing. Nice location for aircraft spotting. Picnic tables if you want to bring a snack or sit and conversate.Full review by Daniel D
Aug 27, 2023
I’ve come here many times and will bring a coffee or meal with me since I usually stay a while to watch the planes. The take off and landing are subject to the weather conditions and if you know th…Full review by Companion31446086257
Oct 19, 2022
Planes Spotter's paradise! Though not so close to the actions, the frequency of flights and variety of aircrafts were interesting. Founder's Plaza was very family friendly. Plenty of parking. We'…Full review by guevaramarq
Hi! I have never been here before and was wondering if there is spots where you can park your truck and sit in the back and watch the airplanes go by? Or how does this work? Thank you!
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Yes, I have seen several trucks back into the parking spaces, so they sit in the back and are facing the action. Photographers seem to especially like this arrangement.
Last time I went to founders Plaza the planes were using a runway far from the viewing area does anyone know how to tell based on the air direction if the planes are using the runway closest to the viewing area?
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In general, if the winds are out of the south (blowing from the south to the north), planes will be landing near the viewing area on 18R. If it is a light travel day, take offs and landings will …
In general, if the winds are out of the south (blowing from the south to the north), planes will be landing near the viewing area on 18R. If it is a light travel day, take offs and landings will be slow. The best times for viewing are in the morning and afternoons. That's when air traffic is heaviest.
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