United Sates Air Force Selects Sacramento to Host the only Civilian Air Force Week in the Country

Festivities Begin the week of September 5th

SACRAMENTO, 25 June 2009 – The United States Air Force selected Sacramento, home of the California Capital Airshow, to host the only civilian Air Force Week in the Country. Air Force Week Sacramento 2009 kicks off September 5th with a 5k Mud Run and ‘The Band of The Golden West’ performing at Gold Rush Days. The week is filled with many more exciting events and culminates with region’s much loved Fourth Annual California Capital Airshow, featuring the United States Air Force Thunderbirds.

The mission of Air Force Week is to thank all of the region’s many veterans, support those men and women who currently serve, and inspire the next generation to make a difference.

“Air Force week will highlight the great work being done by America’s Airmen around the Globe” stated Col. Mark Dillon, 60th Air Mobility Wing Commander. He went on to explain that this event is an opportunity for the Sacramento community to meet those individuals who make the United States Air Force the best in the world.

Friday September 11th, leading into the big Airshow is the Aaron Tippin Concert at the Capital Mall. Mr. Tippin regularly performs for our men and women stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan, and he is dedicated to supporting our troops. He is a pilot and a patriot, and this event is the perfect prequel to the Airshow.

“This Airshow not only hosts a remarkable roster of military and civilian aircraft both flying and on display,” said Darcy Brewer, Executive Director of the Airshow, “but it’s also an amazing opportunity for kids of all ages to meet the pilots, and hear first hand their inspiring stories and experiences.”

The California Capital Airshow is more than just a weekend of family fun. It is a platform for encouraging young people to reach for the stars. As a non-profit organization, the Airshow assists young people interested in aviation, aeronautics, aerospace, and related fields with a scholarship program. Over the past 3 years, they have awarded over 60 scholarships to local students.

For more information about Air Force Week Sacramento 2009 event schedule and the California Capital Airshow information, log on to www.californiacapitalairshow.com. Tickets are currently available online and at our various locations throughout Sacramento.