At this park, planes fly without engines—well most of them. The Sky park was founded in Takikawa in 1989 by the Skyport Association of Takikawa (SATA). The group has been a key contributor in local efforts to revitalize the economy and draw tourism to the city. Pilots travel from all over the world to learn and fly here. The park is open to the public, complete with a running path that is a favorite among joggers and dog-walkers. The Sky Museum serves as SATA’s headquarters, and visitors can peek inside…
