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Tico Warbird Airshow

Editor — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:36:46 +0000

This year’s Tico Warbird Airshow is dedicated to the 70th Anniversary fo the “Doolittle Raiders”. Amongst the features at the event will be John Fallis’ P-40, UH-1s from Sky Solidiers and numberous B-25s. The program will include military fly-bys and demos, static displays, vintage warbirds, strafing runs, dog fites and a vintage car show.

Date: 9 to 11 March 2012
Time: 8:00 am
Venue: Space Coast Regional Airport
City: Titusville
State: Florida
Country: United States of America

Wings Over Houston Airshow

Editor — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 14:58:49 +0000

Aviation enthusiasts can look forward to an exciting schedule for the Wings Over Houston Airshow in 2011. Featured performers will include the Canadian Snowbirds, F-16 Fighting Falcon, USAF Heritage Flight, US Coast Guard HH-65C Dauphine Helicopter Demo, Navy Legacy Flight, US Navy F/A-18C Hornet Demo Team, Heavy Metal Jet Team, Chuck Aaron, Kirby Chambliss, The Horsemen F-86′s, Red Bull Air Force Parachute Team and much more. There will also be a number of static displays of both civilian and military aircraft. You also won’t want to miss the Autograph Tent and exciting Airplane Rides.

Dates: 15 to 16 October 2011
Venue: Ellington Airport
City: Houston
State: Texas
Country: United States of America

Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow 2012

Editor — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 09:51:39 +0000

The Royal New Zealand Airforce will be celebrating its 75th anniversary in conjunction with the Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow 2012. Visitors will be able to view historic warbirds, classic aircraft and modern jets in this feast of aviation attractions. Also on display will be military vehicles, an aviation trade expo and vintage machinery.

Dates: 6 to 8 April 2012
Venue: Wanaka Airport
Location: Wanaka
Country: New Zealand
Website: www.warbirdsoverwanaka.com

RAF Waddington International Airshow

Editor — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 14:15:37 +0000

Taking place at RAF Waddington, this airshow was first held in 1995. Since then it has grown in size and popularity, raising public awareness of the RAF. There is much for visitors to look forward to including the RAFAT Red Arrows, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, Hawk T Mk1/1A, RN Black Cats, Apache AH1, F16 Solo Display (Belgium), USAFADS – thunderbirds (USA), Team Viper, The Blades and much more. Static aircraft displays will include the Merlin HC3, Puma HC2, E3D Sentry, Lynx Mk8, Sea King ASACS, and so forth. Additional attractions at the RAF Waddington Airshow are the trade and craft fairs, Hangar 4 Exhibition, Hangar 5 Youth Exhibition, Classic Car & Vintage Military Vehicle Exhibition, Funfair and helicopter rides.

Dates: 2 & 3 July 2011
Time: 08:00 am to 07:00 pm
Venue: Royal Air Force Waddington
City: Lincoln
Country: England

Hollister Airshow

Editor — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 13:46:23 +0000

Taking place on Memorial Day weekend, Hollister Airshow will feature aerobatics, warbirds, a fly-in, aircraft displays, vendors and a raffle. Performers confirmed for this exciting event include Eddie Andreini, Vicky Benzing, Dr. D, Tim Decker, Paul Jennings and Carl Liepold.

Date: 28 & 29 May 2011
Time: 09:00 am to 04:00 pm
Venue: Hollister Municipal Airport
City: Hollister
State: California
Country: United States of America

Omaka Classic Fighters Airshow 2011

Editor — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 11:30:53 +0000

The Omaka Classic Fighters is considered one of the most interesting an innovative airshows in the world. Visitors to the event will be able to watch history performed live as the Allies take on the offensive during the two World Wars. The show will feature over 70 aircraft flying on each day of the event, with thrilling theatrical scenarios. There will also be stalls, a fun zone for children, and classic/vintage cars on display.

Date: 22-24 April 2011
Times: Fri: 9:00 am-9:00 pm; Sat-Sun: 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Venue: Omaka Aerodrome
City: Blenheim
State: Marlborough
Country: New Zealand

Memphis Airshow 2011

Editor — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:45:51 +0000

Visitors will find something exciting for everyone at Memphis Airshow 2011, presented by FedEx Express at Millington Regional Jetport. The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will headline the show, which will celebrate the Centennial of Naval Aviation. There will also be a prestigious group of civilian aerobatic performers, world-class parachuting, a collection of modern and vintage aircraft for spectators to explore, inflatable climbing structures and virtual-type “rides” for the young and young at heart, and a delicious assortment of cuisines.

Date: 17-18 September, 2011
Venue: Millington Regional Jetport
City: Memphis
State: Tennessee
Country: United States of America

Trust House Wings Over Wairarapa 2011

Editor — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 09:34:20 +0000

The Wings Over Wairapa airshow is considered the largest in Australasia and has gained a fine reputation. Taking place from 21 to 23 January 2011, it is a tribute show to the men, women and machines that have played a roll in the history of aviation.

There will be more than 70 aircraft on display, with a variety of rare and important flying machines. Other entertainment at the event will include an air race, trade sites, static displays, military vehicles, move props, children’s fun and more.

Date: 21 to 23 January 2011
Time: 8h30 to 16h30
Venue: Hood Aerodrome
City: Masterton
Region: Wellington
Country: New Zealand

Avalon 2011

Editor — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 11:08:02 +0000

Avalon is Australia’s premier international airshow and aerospace and defence exposition. 2011 is also the 90th anniversary of the Royal Australian Airforce. Visitors can look forward to a number of exciting flight demonstrations, static displays, and a massive exposition of products, technology and services. There will also be various interesting conferences for those involved in different aspects of the aviation industry.

Date: 1 to 6 March 2011
Time: 9am to 5pm
Venue: Avalon Airport
City: Geelong
State: Victoria
Country: Australia

Farnborough International Airshow Set to Be a Success

Editor — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 12:55:13 +0000

Taking place in the UK, the world-renowned Farnborough International Airshow attracts large numbers of aerospace industry participants every two years. This year’s event began on a positive note on Monday, 19 July 2010, as rival companies Boeing Co. and Airbus reported that they had received new orders totaling almost $18 billion already. This is hopefully indicative that the aviation industry is on the rise again.

As carriers emerge from the economic crisis of recent years, the demand for planes is set to increase. Airplane-leasing companies are in the market for airplanes and there are certain to be a variety of important leasing orders placed during the Farnborough International Airshow. Boeing already boasts an order from Emirates Airlines for thirty 777-300ERs, to a value of $9.1 billion. On top of that, GE Capital Aviation Services has made a $3 billion order for forty Boeing 737-800s. Airbus, on the other hand, received an order from Air Lease Corporation for fifty-one A320s, valued at $4.4 billion. Aeroflot, will be purchasing eleven A330-300s, and GECAS has ordered an additional sixty A320s from Airbus. This is certainly a fantastic way to kick-off this exceptional event.

What can visitors to the Farnborough International Airshow expect? The trade show features approximately 1 300 exhibitors from 38 countries. Participants from the commercial, private, civil and military sectors will display a variety of aircraft, technology and equipment. The trade show is designed to create opportunities for meetings, negotiations and the announcement of transactions. One of this year’s highlights is the Boeing 787 Dreamliner’s debut. There is also a themed conference program aimed at trade visitors.

The Farnborough International Airshow will also be introducing a program on Futures Day, 23 July 2010, aimed at young people between 7 and 21 years of age. Futures Day will include workshops, presentations, a treasure hunt, opening ceremony, Tri-Nation Rocketry Final and other activities.

On the weekend of 24 and 25 July, the airshow will be open to the public. A great selection of attractions will keep everyone in the family entertained. Visitors can look forward to the air display, static aircraft displays, the Space Pavilion, the Bloodhound supersonic car, fun rides, the Crafty Arty Party, flight simulators, and much more.

So whether you are in the aerospace industry, or are simply an aviation enthusiast, the Farnborough International Airshow is the place to be this week.