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Before you visit NATO Days

Based on our experience from NATO Days in Ostrava & Czech Air Force Days in previous years, we would again like to inform you about security measures, which you should be aware of before you come to the venue of our show. 

Since the beginning, we have primarily focused on increasing security standards at the show, therefore Visiting Regulations for Leoš Janáček Ostrava Airport, where the event takes place, have been in effect for years. Moreover, Code of the Event is also available and we believe that it will contribute to fulfilling our primary goal which is the long-term satisfaction of visitors, participants and partners.

We have also prepared generally valid recommendations and information for you:

• Plan your journey to the event with enough of time reserve so you will arrive in advance (traffic jams are very likely).
• Consider travelling without any large backpacks and other luggage.
• Provide your children with ear protection and a card with contact details for responsible adult. We do not recommend participation of very little children.
• Take water and a snack with you. There will be stalls with refreshments in the area, but it is always good to have a reserve.
• In case of sunny weather, we recommend wearing headgear and sunglasses. However, the weather can be unpredictable, so we recommend bringing sturdy shoes and a raincoat - umbrellas are not allowed in the area.
• Install the NATO DAYS 2024 app on your phones which offers an overview of basic information, a map of the area and an updated program (which will not be available in paper form).
• We recommend collecting cash before the event. Although this can vary from stallholder to stallholder, we expect that payment by card will most likely not be possible.
• You will be able to pay in Czech crowns, Polish zlotys and euros at the car park and by the info booths.
• For better orientation, please have a look at the map of access roads to the venue, map of the venue itself and location of each of the sectors (marked with different colours and numbers) as well as the location of exits. You will find your way around more easily (all available through this page).
• Pay attention to the announcements via loudspeakers, NATO Days Radio on frequency 95.2 FM (where you can also listen to the commentary of the event through your mobile phone) and on the big screens. Please, notice guiding signs placed at the venue.
• The event premises will be open at 8:30.
• The central car park will be open from 05:30.

In order to enjoy the excellent programme of NATO Days, we recommend limiting number and size of your luggage in your own interest. The less backpacks and luggage will have to be checked at the gates, the more comfortable and smoother will your entrance be. We have prepared a set of measures which, in cooperation with you, will contribute to this aim:

Please note that according to the Visiting Regulations, it is forbidden to bring firearms of all categories (A, B, C, D), citing the Act 119/2002 on firearms and ammunition, as well as gas guns, expansion weapons, airsoft guns, mechanic weapons (e.g. crossbows, bows), stabbing or cutting weapons (e.g. long-blade knives, machetes, hatchets) and other objects which can be used as weapons (e.g. baseball bats, batons) or objects which can be mistaken for a weapon as well as any objects which will be considered dangerous by organisers.

Other dangerous objects: explosives and pyrotechnical objects, psychotropic substances (e.g. drugs, narcotics), laser pointers, umbrellas, flying objects (e.g. balloons, radio models of airplanes, drones).

It is forbidden to enter the venue with animals except for dogs with specific status (e.g. police dogs, guide dogs for disabled).

It is also forbidden to enter the venue with bicycles. For these purposes, there will we three specific storages, more information can be found here.

For more information for visitors visit our page here.

How to ideally prevent the loss of a child and proceed in this situation:

• We recommend wearing clothing in bright colours that is easily recognisable in a crowd
• Before the event, take pictures of your children or make a good note of what clothes they were wearing
• If you find that you have lost your child, report the loss at the blue tent of the Police of the Czech Republic that will be at the entrance to the VIP area
• Listen also to the announcements at the airport, as it may happen that the child will come to the tent of the Police of the Czech Republic, who will then try to inform you about the child's location

Further notices:

• Do not leave the children unsupervised. Persons younger than 15 years old will not be allowed to the show without an accompaniment of an adult
• Do not wear historical uniforms or any parts of them. Entrance in uniforms is forbidden
• Make sure you have an identification document with you (ID card, passport). Organisers or security service may ask you to show your ID at any time
• Security cameras are installed in the venue. By entering the venue of the event, you agree with production and possible release of audio records or video footage of you
• By entering the venue of the event you agree with the Visiting Regulations and Code of the Event. You are aware that their breach will result in denying the entrance to the venue of expulsion from the site

Not only your unforgettable experience from NATO Days in Ostrava & Czech Air Force Days, but also successful and safe course of the event is our priority. We have prepared an exclusive programme for you while at the same time we want to increase your comfort and safety at the event. We believe you will be observant about your surroundings and together with us you will contribute to your own satisfaction. If you notice anything unusual or suspicious which may disrupt the event, please do not hesitate to contact the organisers or security services. Thank you and we wish you enjoyable experience at NATO Days in Ostrava & Czech Air Force Days 2024.

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NATO Days in Ostrava & Czech Air Force Days 2024!