Media invited to fly in historic B-17 as it soars over downtown
(Indianapolis, Ind.) – This Friday night, downtown dwellers and visitors will get a taste of what’s in store for the Indianapolis Air Show this weekend – if they look to the skies.
Aerobatic pilots Billy Werth and John Klatt, who will both be performing in this weekend’s air show, will be flying over Victory Field at approximately 6:50 p.m. on Friday, June 11. And just before the Indianapolis Indians take the field at 7:15 p.m., an historic B-17 bomber will surprise Indians fans and anyone downtown who happens to look skyward.
Rob Reider, a renowned air show announcer, will be heard on the Indians’ public address system while the planes are soaring overhead. He’ll be filling the crowd in on what you can expect during this weekend's air show, as well as detailing the legend of the four-engine B-17 military aircraft, a heavy bomber dubbed the “Flying Fortress.” Members of the Indiana Air National Guard will be piloting the historic aircraft.
“We are so appreciative of the support we’ve received from the Indianapolis Indians for our charitable event,” said Bob Duncan, chairperson of the 2010 air show. “They’ve been giving away tickets to the show, and promoting it all week. And this fly-over tied to one of their games is a first!
“We’d also like to thank the Indiana Air National Guard for taking time out of their busy schedules to help us encourage folks to check out the air show,” Duncan said “They exemplify the military men and women we aim to honor every year.”
Among the main attractions at this weekend’s Indianapolis Air Show at Mt. Comfort Airport, which raises money for children’s charities through the Central Indiana Community Foundation, is the Horsemen Aerobatic Team, the world’s only team that flies three authentic P-51 Mustang fighter planes that served in World War II. Additional military performers include the B-17, the United States Air Force A-10 – the “Thunderbolt II” – and the United States Navy F/A-18 E/F, also known as the “Super Hornets.”
Red Bull Air Race Champion Michael Goulian and his Extra300SHP are on this list of exciting civilian performers for this year. There will be “Magic in the Air,” thanks to Red Eagle Air Sports. Bill Braack’s Smoke ‘N’ Thunder Jet Truck, and Kent Pietsch sponsored by Jelly Belly, will be wowing the crowds, too.
Also taking off from the Indianapolis Air Show this weekend will be Franklin’s Flying Circus, comedic performers that include the first father-son wingwalking team. A first-time appearance by the Zhu Zhu Pet Universe Exhibit will draw kids and their families from near and far. Located in the Marsh Kid’s Zone, this exhibit will feature the popular hamster toys zipping around in cars, spinning down slides and tackling other unexpected feats.
Advance air show tickets are available online now at www.indyairshow.com and at Marsh, O’Malia’s and United Package Liquors stores. Friday, June 11, is “Media and Practice Day,” and tickets are just $5. For Saturday, June 12, and Sunday, June 13, advance tickets are $17 for adults and $8 for children. Tickets bought at the gate those days will be $20 and $10, respectively.
Active duty members of the U.S. military may attend the air show for free by showing their military ID.
For more information about the 2010 Indianapolis Air Show, please call 317.335.7252 or visit www.indyairshow.com.
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