Overview
The CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show is one of the Midwest’s premier aviation events, attracting 75,000+ visitors each year. With such large crowds and a dynamic schedule of performances, organizers needed a scalable, user-friendly mobile app to enhance the attendee experience and streamline event operations.
OmniSpear partnered with the Dayton Air Show to design and develop a custom mobile application, ensuring the event could provide real-time updates, interactive navigation, and valuable information—all from the palm of an attendee’s hand.
Goals
The mobile app was designed to:
- Support 75,000+ attendees with a reliable and responsive experience.
- Be flexible for use in 2025 and future shows, with the ability to expand features over time.
- Offer a simple, intuitive interface for both attendees and staff.
- Provide real-time communication through push notifications and schedule updates.
Key Features
- Interactive Map: Visitors could quickly locate displays, seating, restrooms, concessions, and emergency services, along with a “You Are Here” feature for easy navigation.
- Parking & Transportation: Clear maps and directions with shuttle pick-up/drop-off details improved traffic flow and reduced confusion.
- Daily Schedule: A live, scrollable schedule allowed fans to follow their favorite acts and adjust plans as updates were made in real time.
- Push Notifications: Organizers could instantly alert attendees about schedule changes, weather updates, or special announcements.
- Sponsor Recognition: A dedicated sponsor page showcased key partners with direct links, delivering added value to event sponsors.
- Feedback & Information: Built-in forms made it easy for guests to share their experiences, while quick links provided FAQs, ticketing info, and visitor guidelines.
Results
The mobile app successfully supported 75,000+ attendees, scaling seamlessly during peak show times. With its combination of real-time updates, interactive tools, and ease of use, the app enhanced the overall visitor experience and reduced staff workload.
Sponsors benefited from increased visibility, and organizers collected valuable feedback to guide future improvements. Most importantly, the app proved to be a flexible and sustainable digital solution that can grow alongside the Dayton Air Show for years to come.
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