Tue, Mar 08, 2005
Now In Its 11th Year, One Of The World's Largest Spectator
Events
One of the world's largest spectator
events, the McDonald's Air & Sea Show is set to celebrate its
11th anniversary April 30 May 1 in South Florida. Free to the
public, this two-day extravaganza features top military and
civilian air, sea and entertainment performances along four miles
of beach. According to military and city estimates, the show draws
millions of people each year.
This world-class event is part of the "McDonald's National
Salute to Americas Heroes," and is the kickoff for National
Military Appreciation Month observed each May. The National Salute
also includes Fleet Week USA, presented by McDonald's, that brings
Navy ships and thousands of sailors to Fort Lauderdale from April
25-29.
New this year:
- Unveiling of the F-22 Raptor, the world's most advanced stealth
fighter jet.
- National championship series Offshore Super Boat
International/American
- PowerBoat Association race added to both days of show.
"Each year we take this event to new levels as we show thanks to
our military and all of America's heroes, and 2005 is no
exception," said show spokesman Elaine Fitzgerald. "Everyone who
joins us for this National Salute to America's Heroes is in for an
extra treat with the addition of a national championship series
offshore powerboat race and the awesome unveiling of the F-22
Raptor."
The National Salute begins with Fleet Week USA, when the USS
Saipan amphibious assault ship, five other Navy ships, an attack
submarine and a US Coast Guard cutter arrive at Port Everglades
traditionally one of the Navy's most popular liberty ports.
The public is expected to be out in mass to greet sailors that
evening for the All Hands on Deck Party.
Men and women in the military will be the guests of honor at
many parties and special events that are open to the public during
Fleet Week USA and the McDonald's Air & Sea Show.
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