Press release
BATAVIA, NY – Genesee County officials are committed to ensuring a safe environment for the Wings
Over Batavia Air Show at the Genesee County Airport, scheduled from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday,
September 2, and Sunday, September 3.
Wings Over Batavia, the independently owned and operated agency responsible for this event, is working closely with the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office and Genesee County Emergency Management to ensure public safety remain at the forefront of preparations.
Comprehensive Safety Measures
Genesee County is committed to overseeing comprehensive safety measures. The Genesee County
Sheriff’s Office, New York State Troopers, and City of Batavia Police are coordinating efforts to help
ensure public safety. Various emergency services providers will be present at the event to uphold public
safety standards.
Emergency Services and Special Effects
Planned explosions, pyrotechnic displays, and fireworks will be handled exclusively by the event
organizers. Attendees and residents are informed not to dial 911 for these planned activities,
as emergency services will be on site.
Traffic Control
Leading up to and during the event on September 2 and September 3, State Street Road will be closed
from West Saile Drive north to Batavia Elba Townline Road, and West Saile Drive will be closed from the
Milton Cat building to the storage barns on the east side of the airport. Motorists are asked to pay
attention to signs and flaggers, exercise extreme caution and be alert to changing conditions.
Pedestrians must follow marked paths and signage.
Information and Guidelines
For further details about the show and other pertinent information, please visit:
https://wingsoverbatavia.com/