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Views from the Founder's Plaza
Views from the Founder's Plaza
American Airlines B737-800 lands on Runway 18R
plane watching
Views from the Founder's Plaza
Cargolux Boeing 747-8F lands on Runway 18R
Cargolux B747-8F on short final
American Airlines 737-800 on short final
Views from the Founder's Plaza
Founder's Plaza Observation Area Park

Website: dfwairport.com

Phone: (972) 973-6116

Cross Streets: Near the intersection of N Airfield Dr and Texan Trl

Open now

  • Sun 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

1700 N Airfield Dr, Airfield Drive at Texan Trail Irving, TX 75261 ·1052.15 mi

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  • Family friendly
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Tripadvisor traveler Daniel D 07/07/24

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.

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Tripadvisor traveler Companion31446086257 08/27/23

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 the lingo you can listen to the overhead speaker instructing the planes from air traffic control.They have a special section dedicated to our military where kids or the young at heart can shoot off a small water cannon signifying our troops coming home. On days that you see groups of photographers with expensive and large looking cameras I would recommend you ask them what they’re waiting for. I’ve spoken to a few of these folks, they’ve always been extremely knowledgeable and willing to share insight on when the next big plane is coming. It’s almost become a cult following. On my last visit one of them showed me the app they use and I stuck around a little longer to watch a British Airway double decker 747 take off. There are plenty of benches and usually lots of parking. It doesn’t cost anything to come here. My only critic is I wish they would be able to eradicate the fire ants that always bite my feet when I visit. They keep the grass well watered and maintained. Myself and others will kick off our shoes and get as close as we can to the planes.

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Tripadvisor traveler guevaramarq 10/20/22

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've been plane spotting at several airports around the world, and this is one of the best.

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Tripadvisor traveler mydonna 08/06/22

Great place for locals or out-of-towners! Great for any age. Photographers love it. Sit on a bench or under a tree. The Welcome Home a Hero fountain is awesome.

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Tripadvisor traveler FrmnClint 02/15/22

What a fun spot to just sit and watch the planes take off and land. The view is amazing and the planes take off and land maybe 200 yards at most in front of you. There is never a lack of planes to watch either, if you’re into aviation this is for you. My kids and I thoroughly enjoyed it and if we’re ever back in the area we will visit again.

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