CAF Doesn't Want The Economy To Keep Anyone Away
In response to the difficult economy, the 2009 Commemorative Air
Force (CAF) AIRSHO presented by Western National Bank (WNB)
takes a step back in time with ticket pricing at just $15 for
adults and $5 for children ages 6 to 12 when purchased in advance.
The Best Warbird Show in America will hit the skies Oct. 10 -11,
2009 above Midland International Airport between Midland and
Odessa, Texas.
"We are all facing tough economic times where the cost of nearly
every item is increasing, but we are working to present the best
air show in CAF history at REDUCED ticket prices this year," said
CAF President, Stephan Brown. "With the support of Western National
Bank and other sponsors, we want to give families an event that
will be exciting and a good memory during this difficult period. In
2009, a family of four will be able to attend for only $40. No
where else can you find world-class family entertainment for this
price."
"We are excited to showcase the
F-16 Viper West Coast Demo Team and Heritage Flight, as well as a
demonstration from the C-17 Globemaster," said AIRSHO Director,
Gena Linebarger. "We hope the crowd will enjoy seeing a
fly-over by the B-52 Stratofortress. Also, on static display
will be a wide variety of other modern military aircraft ranging
from trainers to the B-1 Bomber." More details will be released
soon.
For the first time, the CAF is hosting The Retro USO Show, a
Saturday night USO-style show immediately following AIRSHO.
The program will feature live entertainment to rival the glamor and
excitement of the WWII USO shows that brought a piece of home to
the men and women protecting our freedom overseas. Admission to the
evening show will be free for those who have purchased AIRSHO
tickets. Food and beverages will be available for purchase
throughout the event. The Fighter and Bomber Ramps will also
re-open for anyone interested in getting an up-close look at the
warbirds.
At AIRSHO 2009, you can expect to see a tribute to the Vietnam
veterans better then ever before. The longer segment will showcase
an A-26, Skyraider, C-47, period helicopters and other aircraft
from the Vietnam and Korean era in aerial reenactments of the
battles.
In true CAF style, AIRSHO will also feature recreated historic
battles of World War II using the CAF's collection of rare
warbirds. The show will include aerial dogfights, simulated bomb
explosions that rock the ground and a recreation of the surprise
attack on Pearl Harbor by the Tora, Tora, Tora pilots.
For the first time, AIRSHO will also include dramatic ground
force reenactments to complement the stories told by the warbirds
in flight. This new dimension will give audiences a unique look at
the trials of the American military service men and women during
our country's most turbulent times.