World War II Fighters Historical Gathering

The 2011 Wide Bay Australia International Airshow is building momentum with the announcement that the event will be host to the most varied collection of international World War II Fighters to be gathered together in Queensland.

The International Fighter Collection will feature the Japanese Zero Replica, the Italian Fiat, the British Sea Fury, the Russian Yak 9, the American Mustang, Trojan and Avenger.

“This is an impressive line up of warbirds and is an exciting addition to the 2011 air
program. It is a great opportunity for young and old to come along and experience a living
piece of history” said Daryl Corpe, Deputy Chairman.

Representing the Soviet Union the Yakovlev “Yak-9” – Is one of the Soviets finest fighter
aircraft. The sight of the Yak 9 bought great fear to German pilots during WW2 due to its
speed and maneuverability. It is also famed as the first Russian fighter to shoot down a
German Me262 Jet fighter

Representing the United States are the Curtiss P-40 Kittyhawk & the Grumman TBM
Avenger. The P40 Kittyhawk is famous for seeing service in every theater of WW2. The
Grumman TBM Avenger was the U.S. Navy's main carrier based torpedo bomber during
WW2 and claimed over 30 submarines victories during the conflict

“The P51 Mustang is one of the most revered aircraft in the world and one that I have been
very fortunate to fly on many occasions. Just hearing the sounds of the Mustang is
something to behold and I for one will be watching closely when it displays at
Barnstorming Bundaberg” said Matt Hall, Matt Hall Racing and key performer at the
Wide Bay Australia International Airshow.

Representing England the Hawker Sea fury - The last propeller-driven fighter to serve
with the Royal Navy, The Sea fury was also one of the fastest production single piston engined
aircraft ever built. The Sea Fury also served with the Royal Australian Navy with
distinction on the aircraft carrier HMAS Melbourne.

“These are a few of the International fighters that will feature in our program. We will
also have a strong Australian representation. Keep watching this space for more
information as we announce more committed fighter aircraft and performances” said
Daryl.

The Wide Bay Australia International Airshow 2011 will be held in Bundaberg on the 19th
– 21st August 2011. Early Bird tickets are currently available. Visit us at
www.widebayairshow.com.au for further information.

Exercise Airshow – Safety a Priority

The Wide Bay Australia International Airshow Emergency Management Plan and associated agencies will be put to the test on Thursday 16th December 2010 when they conduct their first table top exercise – Exercise Airshow.

The exercise will bring emergency management agencies together to ‘test’ both the Airport and the Event Emergency Management Plans. The objective is to expose Airshow Organisers, agency managers/supervisors to a series of simulated emergencies including a major aviation emergency response situation.

“Its about being the safest, well planned Airshow we have ever held with solid working partnerships across emergency/disaster management agencies” said Mr Tuffield, Chairperson.

This is the first time a thorough tabletop exercise has been run especially this early in the event planning. All key players are involved including: Qld Police Service, SES, Bundaberg Regional Council, Qld Ambulance and Qld Fire and Rescue.

An actual simulation has been scheduled for March 2011.

The 2011 Wide Bay Australia International Airshow will be held at the Bundaberg Regional Airport from the 19th – 21st August 2011.

Tickets are currently on sale with a 20% off early bird special just in time for Christmas. To keep up to date with the latest Wide Bay Australia International Airshow 2011 news visit us at www.widebayairshow.com

Date: Thursday 16th December 2010
Time: 0800 – 1300hrs
Location:  The meeting room is located at 205 Bourbong Street (old State Development offices) up from the cnr of Maryborough and Bourbong Sts

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Christmas Special - Wide Bay Australia International Airshow 2011 Tickets Now Available

The Wide Bay Australia International Airshow 2011 tickets are now available just in time for Christmas. Give the gift of an experience this Christmas and save with tickets currently available at 20% off.

Tickets are available through www.widebayairshow.com.au and as an extra Christmas bonus we have waived the booking fee.

The program for 2011 promises excitement and new acts with Matt Hall, Australian Red Bull Champion one of the highlights of the event. This is a great opportunity to see this top gun in action. The program will also feature the largest gathering of World War 2 fighters, as used by both allied and axis powers, that has ever been seen in Queensland.

“Tickets won’t be available at this price again so we encourage people to take advantage of this offer” said Peter Tuffiled, Chairman.

The 2011 Wide Bay Australia International Airshow rediscovers the performance of days gone by. Come and be entertained – 19th – 21st August 2011. You won’t be disappointed! The 19th is dedicated to a Trade and Careers Day followed by two days of aviation excellence.

To keep up to date with the latest Wide Bay Australia International Airshow 2011 news and ticket terms and conditions visit us at www.widebayairshow.com

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Wide Bay Australia International Airshow 2011 Launched Into Action

The Wide Bay Australia International Airshow launch was an exciting reminder that in
less than a year the skies of Bundaberg will ignite with a new style of aviation spectacular.
Barnstorming Bundaberg was revealed at the launch with the 2011 Wide Bay Australia
International Airshow stepping back in time and rediscovering the origin of the air show.
 

Barnstorming is the first major form of civil aviation spectacular in the history of flight
and the origin of the modern day air show.
 

“The launch of Barnstorming Bundaberg brings new excitement to our air program and in
2011 the spectacular tricks and stunts will entertain and enthral the crowd” said Mr Peter
Tuffield, Chairman, Wide Bay Australia International Airshow Board.
 

Matt Hall, Australian Red Bull Air Racer, was guest speaker at the launch where he also
announced the Wide Bay Australia International Airshow as the first confirmed item on
his 2011 schedule. The addition of Matt brings a world class component to the flying
program. Matt spends a significant amount of his aerobatic flying working on his high
energy display flying and is looking forward to performing this new style of "freestyle"
flying as part of the 2011 program.
 

Sponsors committed to the event were recognised with framed Barnstorming Bundaberg
posters personally signed by Matt. The ongoing support of Wide Bay Australia Ltd as the
major sponsor was confirmed.
 

“Without Wide Bay Australia Ltd we would not have an event. Their ongoing
commitment to this event is integral to its success” said Mr Tuffield.
 

Mr Hancock AM, Wide Bay Australia Ltd said "This is our fourth sponsorship of the
Airshow. As a local company we are delighted to lend our support to make this event
occur and we urge other community and business organisations to provide their support to
further develop and grow this major event".
 

The 2011 Wide Bay Australia International Airshow rediscovers the performance of days gone by. Come and be entertained – 19th – 21st August 2011. You won’t be disappointed!

To keep up to date with the latest Wide Bay Australia International Airshow 2011 news
visit us at www.widebayairshow.com.au

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