Indy Transponder 20-JUL-10 0100z

Dayton air show attendance steady, sponsorships rise - Dayton Business Journal
Nearly 80000 spectators attended the 2010 Vectren Dayton Air Show during this past weekend, according to a new release. Show officials said the attendance ...

A ride on the Blue Angels C-130 Fat Albert - TippNews DAILY
It's one of my favorite exchanges of dialogue from the comedic gem Airplane and came to mind as I sat in the Blue Angels C-130, Fat Albert, preparing for ...

Stunt pilots eager to fly rare jets for locals - Idaho State Journal
Wing-walker Amanda Franklin, the US Air Force's F-16 Viper East Coast Demonstration Team and aerial stunt pilots Greg Poe and Matt Younkin are also ...

Photo from:
Franklin's Flying Circus and Airshow - Official website 

The DC-3 Reunion from All Things Aviation
Unfortunately, the planned mass fly-in of DC-3s in celebration of the 75th anniversary of this wonderful aircraft to Oshkosh and AirVenture will not happen, as many had feared. The Douglas DC-3 is perhaps one of the most widely known passenger aircraft in the world, and while designed and first flown in 1935 many of these aircraft [...]

EAA Works Around Soggy Ground - WBAY-TV Green Bay
Consecutive days of heavy rain have soaked the EAA grounds in Oshkosh -- but this won't dampen the spirit of EAA AirVenture.
There are pockets of standing water in the EAA campgrounds and, according to some volunteers who arrived early in their campers, the rain-soaked grounds are not forgiving.
"I pulled in and took one shot at it and stopped, because I figured if I moved I would go down. We got the unit right down there, and it likes to sink in the mud," volunteer Donald Duck said.
Conditions like this are nothing new to AirVenture, which points out 1993 and 2001 were pretty soggy years, too. Organizers tell us they built on those experiences to help them deal with ...

ROOMS FOR THE FLY IN - GET THEM BEFORE THEY ARE GONE from Nordo News 
2010 Wood, Fabric, and Tailwheels Fly-In  | Saturday, September 24th-26th, 2010.  
More information about the fly-in will be available over the next month but expect much of the same activities as we have had in the past  with the fly-in being on Saturday and an early arrival cookout dinner on Friday.  ...

Wings over Houston takes off Oct. 23-24 from General Aviation News 
The 26th Annual Wings Over Houston Airshow takes flight Saturday, Oct. 23, and Sunday, Oct. 24, at Ellington Airport (7B9), featuring the United States Air Force Thunderbirds. ...

Sentimental Journey Photos from Antique Airfield News

Let's Get Serious With Our Extra Special Guest from Windsor International Air Show
The B-52 was America's first long-range, swept-wing heavy bomber. Now entering its sixth decade of service, it continues to be an important

element of the U.S. Air Force bomber fleet. No bomber in U.S. military history has been called upon to remain operational as long as the B-52.
With a 185-foot wingspan, a length of more than 160 feet and a gross weight of more than 480,000 pounds, the B-52 earned the nickname BUFF, short for Big Ugly Fat Fellow. ...

Bewitched by the Tricolour Arrows in a hundred thousand for the exhibition - La Nuova Sardegna
17.30 am when the tricolor arrows, led Captain Jan Slangen, open the air bridge that closes the Air show Stintino 2010, ...

Otopeni Air Show, at its second edition in 2010 - Financiarul
Attending the „Otopeni Air Show 2010" were representatives of the Romanian aviation: Romanian Air Force, Airclub Romania, Iacarii Acrobati (Aerobatic ...

foto Bardolino airshow 2010 from Passione Volo 

NOVA: B-29 Frozen in Time. from Planenews Aviation News 
NOVA accompanies famed test pilot Darryl Greenamyer and his intrepid crew on a perilous mission to repair and re-fly a B-29 bomber stranded on the Greenland icecap since 1947. In the face of incredible hardships, the team struggles to bring the old warbird back to life.

Tuskegee P51-C Mustang airplane makes stop in Bozeman - KBZK Bozeman News
This plane was recently restored thanks to the Commemorative Air Force Red Tail Project, an organization dedicated to telling the story of the Tuskegee ...

The Liberty Belle Comes to Syracuse - The Post-Standard - Syracuse.com
The Liberty Belle takes off from a runway at Syracuse's Hancock International Airport, The Liberty Belle is one of 14 B-17 Flying Fortresses left in ...

Aviation history soars in CNY - Daily News Online
Aviation history soars in CNY A piece of aviation history was visible in the skies over Central New York on Monday. A B-17 'Flying Fortress,' known as the.

Corsair returns for more time at MAPS until July 26 - Suburbanite
By Jim Mesko If you missed seeing the Colling Foundation F4U-5NL Corsair nightfighter at the MAPS air museum on the west side of the Akron-Canton airport ...

Women in Aviation pass down knowledge to younger pilots - News 8 Austin
The local chapter of Women in Aviation organized the event as a way for younger pilots and mechanics to learn about the industry from more seasoned flyers. ...

Air Museums Highlight of Pacific Northwest Visit - BrowseBlog
There are examples of aviation history all over the Northwest, but many are concentrated in the Seattle-Everett area because of the influence of Boeing, the aircraft manufacturer that has produced thousands of aircraft in Puget Sound ...

Then and Now: Fill 'er Up - Air & Space Magazine
When aerial refueling began 90 years ago, it was self-serve. The first to gas up in mid-air was U.S. Navy Lieutenant Godfrey Cabot, who, while skimming the Potomac River in a Huff-Daland HD-4, used a grappling hook on the fuselage to snatch a five-gallon can of fuel from a float in October 1921.

July 19 from Cut and Paste Aviation 

Nice Photos of Dreadnought from www.aafo.com | Reno Air Racer

In development: Sea Eagle from General Aviation News 
Natural disasters, piracy and political situations require immediate response, including rapid delivery of emergency supplies, personnel, equipment, or troops to troubled locations could make the difference between life and death. ...

WK2/SS2 July 15th flight video from RLV and Space Transport News
A reader points to this video from Virgin Galactic about the WhiteKnightTwo/SpaceShipTwo flight on July 15th, which included a crew in the SS2 for the first time: ...

Astronauts arrive on Okinawa From the S&S archives - The Associated Press | Published: March 19, 1966
NAHA, Okinawa — Astronauts Neil Armstrong and David Scott bounded onto solid land Friday morning and then passed a thorough physical examination with flying colors. ...

Saturn V Slow-Motion Liftoff Video from Pilotbug
Unbelievably slow motion video of the mighty Saturn V moon rocket lifting off of the pad. You have probably seen shots of this in documentaries about the moon shots, but this is the full version. ...

Awesome pic, awful description from Military Photos
More about the image.... here

CELEBRATING the P-51MUSTANG… A WELCOME BLAST FROM THE PAST

Kick off your summer June 11th-13th with one of Indiana’s best family entertainment values—The Indianapolis Air Show

Indianapolis, Indiana -The Indianapolis Air Show officials announced today that the World’s only P-51 Horsemen Aerobatic Team will headline this year’s show. These 3 authentic P-51 Mustangs served in WWII and their aerobatic routines remind us of how these powerful machines influenced the outcome of WWII.

The show will be held on June 12th & 13^th with Friday the 11^th serving as Practice and Media. The Military class will also be represented by the USAF A-10 (Thunderbolt II) East Demo Team, US Navy F/A-18 E/F (Super Hornets), and a USAF Heritage flight coupled with a P-51.

Red Bull Air Race champion, Michael Goulian and his Extra300SHP is just one of the exciting civilian performances scheduled this year.  Also taking off from the Indy Air Show in 2010:  Franklin’s Flying Circus & Air Shows presents Sons of Legends, the E Team Skydivers--jumping with the world’s largest flag, John Klatt is fast & furious in his Staudacher S-300D, Red Eagle Air Sports with Magic in the Air, Bill Braack’s Smoke N Thunder Jet Truck, Billy Werth and the Pitts S2C presented by Grayout Aerosports, and Kent Pietsch sponsored by Jelly Belly. 

Meet real-life heroes, local authors and hear their stories by visiting the Military Veteran’s tent featuring USS Indianapolis Survivors area. Plan to spend the entire day!  There is plenty of great summer food and fun for the entire family!  Wander through acres of event attractions including: Warbirds, hot air balloons, car show, kid’s zone, military history encampment, and more. By the time the aerial portion of the show begins around noon, you’ll be settled in along the flight line eating a pulled pork sandwich, corn on the cob and strawberry shortcake with the kids and marveling at a show of raw power and aerobatic brilliance!

Stay in the know on all things Indianapolis Air Show by following us on Facebook and Twitter.

The Indianapolis Air Show is held at Mount Comfort Airport just east of Indianapolis (one mile north of the I-70 Mount Comfort exit). On both June 12^th & 13^th, gates are open from 8 a.m.to 6 p.m., and the aerial show runs from noon to 4 p.m., rain or shine. Friday is Practice and Media Day and the gates are open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Acres of free parking with shuttles to the action.  The Indianapolis Air Show Golf Classic kicks off the festivities as usual on Thursday, June 10th at Winding Ridge Golf Club. Foursomes are still available—see details at IndyAirShow.com.

Admission at the Gate is $20 for adults, $10 for children 6-12, and children 5 and under free. Find reserved seats, great values, and hospitality packages available online--right now at www.IndyAirShow.com .  Discount General Admission tickets on sale at Marsh Supermarkets and United Package Liquor beginning in April.   Indianapolis Air Show salutes our men and women in the Armed Forces.  As a thank you, active duty members of the U.S. military may attend for free by showing their military ID.

Miracle Ride Foundation II, Inc. d/b/a The Indianapolis Air Show is a 501(c)(3) charitable entity and net proceeds are distributed to Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) to support children’s charities.  For more information about the Air Show, online ticketing, the performers and attractions, golf tournament or car show, call 317.335.7252 or visit www.indyairshow.com.  For information about Central Indiana Community Foundation, visit www.CICF.org.

For more information contact: 

Beth Vahle, Operations Manager, 317-335-7252

Bob Duncan, 2010 Chairman, 317-487-5004

Indy Transponder 22-FEB-10 0400z

A soaring good time at Air Fest - Florida Today

Below, the audience at the fourth annual Valkaria Air Fest stared up at the sky in wonder watching the "First Lady of Flight's" Olympic level air tricks. ...

There is no Depression in Hawke's Bay - Stuff.co.nz

Missing this year was the RNZAF Red Checkers' usual acrobatics display – the squadron was grounded last month when squadron leader Nick Cree died after his ...

AirFest volunteers needed - Janesville Gazette (blog)

Volunteers are needed to help with Southern Wisconsin AirFest on Memorial Day ...

Al Ain Aerobatics Show 2010 Review by Flightline UK

Our first airshow review of the year has been published today. Mike Rivett reports on the Al Ain Aerobatics Show from the heart of the UAE desert. The show saw some stunning displays from the like of the UK’s Jonathon Whalley flying the Hunter F58 “Miss Demeanour” ans South Africa’s “Goodyear Eagles.” The review can be found here.

AirPigz Podcast #8 - Matt Younkin & Kyle Franklin: Sons Of Legends from AirPigz

Matt Younkin’s father Bobby Younkin, and Kyle Franklin’s father Jimmy Franklin were two of the best airshow pilots ever, with years and years of impressive experience in a very wide range of aircraft.  Known for both unique creativity and tremendous flying skill, they set the standard for excellent airshow performances again and again.  Sadly, they both lost their lives in an airshow accident while performing together in 2005. ...

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Plan to honour American B-17 bomber crew - Diss Express

A north Suffolk village has submitted plans to commemorate the crew of an American B-17 bomber which crashed nearby during the Second World War ...

The Dambusters WWII History Summary: Flood Damages from Dam Breach ... from Aviation History

The most daring 1943 raid on Germany's reservoirs and dams required expert pilots of RAF 617 Squadron to use an ingenious but unconventional weapons technology.

Canadian Air & Space Museum Seeks Support to Acquire Rare Sikorsky S-58T ... - Vertical Magazine

The Canadian Air & Space Museum of Toronto, Ontario Canada has launched a fundraising campaign to acquire a rare Sikorsky S-58T helicopter that had a ...

Aviation Museum in Amarillo, Texas? from You Fly, Girl by Cathy Gale

Reading the website of http://Amarillo.com - came across an editorial asking for serious discussion of an aviation museum.

I take the liberty of reproducing it here:

An exhibit saluting an important part of the Panhandle's history just might be ready to take wing.

It would be an aviation museum dedicated to honoring the Age of Flight and the role it has played in the development of the Texas Panhandle.

It's the brainchild of the Texas Air & Space Museum board, veterans of the English Field Air & Space Museum that used to occupy space adjacent to what would become Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport.

The discussion has begun and it should continue. ...

Florene Miller Watson of Borger was one of the pioneering female aviators during World War II.

This region has plenty of museum expertise upon which organizers can draw. The American Quarter Horse and the Panhandle-Plains Historical museums both attract thousands of visitors annually. It wouldn't hurt one bit to ask those folks: How do you do it? ...

Feb 2010 AAA Meeting from Another Time 

My wife and I attended the February Texas AAA Meeting at Fort Worth's Meacham Field.  Our meeting was held at the Vintage Flying Museum.  This former World War Two hangar once housed B-29s and is now home to several flying vintage bombers.  The B-17 "Chuckie" makes her home here along with the B-25 "Pacific Prowler."  A recent bomber addition flew in just weeks ago is a A/B-26 Invader.  Our hosts Doc and Chuckie Hospers gave a short program that included the history of the museum and their beloved B-17. Joe Haynes passed on some history of the Texas Chapter and his involvement since the beginings of the group. Lynn Hearn also told of his flying history and chapter membership.  As the meeting came to a close members were treated to the sounds of a maintenance run on the B-25 is the crew did an engine run up.  About 50 members were in attendance.

Pictures from the meeting here.

(title unknown) from Aviation Trivia of the Day
While most nations that had used assault gliders operationally in the Second World War had already abandoned the concept with the end of the war, development continued in the Soviet Union on gliders not only for combat assault, but also for use internally for the delivery of cargo to inaccessible areas of the country. In 1947, the Soviet Air Force issued a specification for an assault glider for use by the Aviation of the Airborne Troops that could transport over 3.5 tons of cargo. Both OKB Yakovlev and OKB Ilyushin were selected to build prototypes- Ilyushin instructed to develop an all-metal design (the Il-32 and was generally unsatisfactory) and Yakovlev's design was to be all-wood and became the second use of the designation Yak-14 (the first Yak-14 was the original designation of the Yak-10 light liason aircraft and was one of the reasons the NATO code name system was created to avoid confusion).
The Yak-14 had a wooden structure with fabric skinning with a hinged nose section as well as a hinged tail  ...


Stairway to Heaven from Uplinks by Miles O'Brien
When I say the word “Zeppelin” – safety may not be the first thought that comes to mind…”Oh, the humanity” might…but these days the Zeppelin is not your grandfather’s airship.  In fact – a private company called Airship Ventures has set up shop – selling rides to tourists – at NASA’ Ames Research Center – trying to prove their business model is more than hot air.  Recently I caught up with the Zeppelin in the LA area – and it is some ride.
Watch my story from “This Week in Space” here.


Students given helicopter close-up from Arizona Daily Start
Dust flies into the air as students from Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School watch as a Black Hawk (cq BLACK HAWK) helicopter assigned to Homeland Security, US Customs and Border Patrol (cq HOMELAND SECURITY, US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PATROL BLACK HAWK) takes off from the school grounds on Thursday, February 18, 2010, in Marana, Ariz. Piloted by Jeff Northcutt (cq JEFF NORTHCUTT), the helicopter stopped at the school so kindergarten students could get a closer look. The students are studying various mode of transportation and they listened to Northcutt talk about the Black Hawk and got a chance to ask questions and walk through the aircraft. ...

On This Day in Aviation History: February 21st from NYCAviation.com


Americans in Orbit-50 Years update from RLV and Space Transport News
The Huntsville based Americans in Orbit-50 Years project continues to aim for a launch of a "Gemini IR (Improved-reusable) and 10,000 lb. of space science experiments into orbit" with a Falcon 9: Americans in Orbit event boosts space design goal - al.com. They are targeting February 20, 2012 as the proposed launch date. This will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first U.S. manned orbital mission, Friendship 7, piloted by John Glenn.
Nice to see that there are some people in Huntsville who believe that the future of Space Exploration Lies in Private Industry ...

Windows on the world from High Power Rocketry by R2K

Working on the line. C-97s from Planeshots

Working on the line. An F-35 Lightning II is constructed on the... from Planeshots

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Indy Transponder 8-June 1150z

Airshow 2008 held this month is Huntsville News Courier, AL - Well-known Airshow announcer, Rob Reider, will emcee Airshow 2008, featuring performances by the ACC A-10 West Coast Demonstration Team who shows off the ...

Going to the air show? Stay safe in the heat Havelock News, NC - Organizers want you to stay cool for the final day of the Cherry Point Air Show on Sunday. Temperatures on the air show flightline topped 100 degrees ...

Thunderbirds Take Flight WIFR, IL - Maintenance workers polish the finishing touches on this Airforce Thunderbird jet Saturday before takeoff at the Rockford Airfest. ...

Thunderbird pilots think safety first Rockford Register Star, IL - But when there are thousands to entertain, and even more to keep safe, the airshow pilots of the 2008 Rockford AirFest have no problem sticking to the plan. ...

Time to pull those stunts again Philadelphia Inquirer, PA - By Pete Kennedy One of Matt Chapman's favorite aerobatic maneuvers is the "torque roll" - a full-throttle, spinning vertical climb until the plane runs out ...

Annual fly-in event draws thousands Frederick News Post (subscription), MD - At least 5000 AOPA members and on-lookers came to Frederick Municipal Airport for the Fly-In's vendor displays, seminars, and some 40 new planes on sale ...

Airshow 2008 held this month is Huntsville News Courier, AL ... Sons of Legends Matt Younkin; the Aeroshell Acrobatics Team; Red Eagle Air Sports, the B-25 “Killer B”; Jill Long and Paul Johnson’s Wright Attitudes. ...

Up in the air Tracy Press, CA - Tracy's airport will have second fly-in of the year, with vintage planes, hot air balloons and light aircraft. Vintage planes, hot air balloons and light ...

Wings of Freedom Tour returns to McKinleyville The Eureka Reporter, CA - It is $400 per person for a ride in the B-25’s front fuselage and $325 per person for the waist gun section. Flights aboard the P-51 are $2200 for 30 ...

Lauderdale city officials think rock show will be less trouble ... Sun-Sentinel.com, FL - A rock show instead of an air show? Did they not cry about the tremendous cost of extra police and emergency personnel? Where are they going to get the ...

WhiteKnightTwo Rollout At Mojave To Be Celebrated At AirVenture 2008 Interesting.... The Experimental Aircraft Association says the blogosphere is abuzz with reports of Virgin Galactic's recently sent invitations to selected individuals for a progress report and a rollout of...

Model takes to skies to promote air show Basingstoke Gazette, UK - By Chris Gregory RADIO DJ Chris Evans came to RAF Odiham this week to promote an air show - but left after just 15 minutes due to heavy rain. ...

Poland - Airshow Long On Polish Food, Short On Airplanes Eastern European Review, MA - Warsaw, Poland - 8 June, 2008 The Saturday opening of the annual Goraszka, Poland airshow saw large crowds, enjoying a variety of Polish foods and keeping ...

Rocket Racing in Las Vegas by Gerie - I will be attending the Rocket Racing in Las Vegas, NV at Nellis AFB I will report back on the turn out and the success of the racing. Connie and I will be there and we are trying to talk Chrissie and Dot into attending also. ...

'Beach-combing' pilot dies in plane crash in Alaska The Associated Press - ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A California pilot died after his small plane stalled and crashed as he was looking at a whale skeleton near a western Alaska ...

Cold War: XB-70 Valkyrie Crashes! from About.com Military History - June 8, 1966 - A XB-70 Valkyrie (right) crashes after a collision with a F-104. First conceived in the 1950s, the XB-70 was intended to provide the...

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AirPower over Hampton Roads air show

2008 Langley air show packed with performers
LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va. – The 2008 AirPower over Hampton Roads air show will showcase a variety of performances. Langley’s AirPower over Hampton Roads air show is a free event that will feature various aerial acts and displays to give an expected 180,000 visitors an up-close-and-personal look at the U.S. Air Force. Gates will open June 20 at 5 p.m. with a live concert from the country music star Pat Green starting at 7 p.m., followed by a night air show and fireworks. On June 21 and 22, gates will open at 9 a.m. The shows will include performances from the Royal Air Force Red Arrows, flying in the United States for the first time since 1993, Team Vortex, Bill Leff, E-Team Skydivers, The USAF Reserve’s Ed Hamill, Geico Skytypers, Sons of Legends, Embry Riddle’s Matt Chapman and the B-2 Spirit. There will also be a U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight with an F-15 Eagle, F-22 Raptor, F-4 Phantom and a P-51 Mustang.
An F-22 Raptor, flown by Maj. Paul Moga, will also perform aerial maneuvers, showcasing its unmatched warfighting capabilities. Many static aircraft will also be available on the ground for public photo opportunities, and children of all ages will have opportunities to get close to the latest Air Force aircraft.

Information on media opportunities will be forthcoming as the date for the event approaches. For more information, contact 1st Fighter Wing Public Affairs at (757) 764-2018.
Those media who would like to attend will need to fill out a “Media Participation Request” form and the “Homeland Security Roster” as soon as possible and fax them back to the Public Affairs Office at (757) 764-4126.