Beachfront Airshow Gives Summer Crowds Plenty To See
The "All-American Airshow" is a wonderful concept that is as
much a part of the summer experience as a day at the beach... and
the OCAS '08 event -- the first of many we're told -- was a bit of
both.
It was Ocean City, MD’s first ever airshow and was
initiated to kick off the town’s 2008 summer season on June
10-11, 2008, adding a new signature attraction to Ocean
City’s roster of annual events. Military aircraft
demonstrations, low altitude flyovers and civilian aerobatic
performances took place over the Ocean City beachfront from noon to
4 pm each day. The airshow was visible along the majority of the
Boardwalk creating an inspiring experience for visitors while they
enjoyed the hospitality of Ocean City’s beach and
attractions.
Interactive displays and exhibits were offered to the public on
the streets surrounding Show Center. The Ocean City Municipal
Airport also hosted an open house in conjunction with the OC Air
Show on Monday, June 9, where performing aircraft were viewed up
close along with other aircraft.
The first event went spectacularly well. In addition to the open
house, the show boasted a Blue Angels Flyover, performances by the
GEICO Skytypers, a USAF Heritage flight, USAF F-16 Viper Demo Team,
USAF F-15 Eagle Demo Team, USAF Reserve Biplane, Embry Riddle
Mono-plane, The Yak Attack, C-17/C-5 Flyovers, a NASA P-3 Flyover
and many other major attractions... including Golden Knight
landings right on the beach. Battling the heat, more than 2,500
aviation enthusiasts came out to walk the open house's flight line
for a closer look at the performing aircraft as they arrived and
despite some occasional hassles with ramp personnel (the ONLY low
note for the entire event), spectators were also able to visit with
pilots and crews.
General admission was free since the show could be viewed from
the beach and boardwalk, while premium viewing opportunities and
club house V.I.P. chalets were available to businesses and public
attendees.
The outcome was obviously successful as the Ocean City folks and
airshow organizer Bryan Lilley have committed to 2009's event
already... be sure to check this show next year on June 6-7, 2009!
“This is a signature aviation event,” said Lilley.
“The OC Air Show (is) the first major waterfront show in the
Mid Atlantic region offering easy access from Baltimore, Washington
DC and Philadelphia.”
Join Aero-TV For A Look At An All-American Airshow
-- OCAS '08!
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