C-17 CRASHES PREPARING FOR ELMENDORF AIR SHOW
Date: 07/29/10
Elmendorf Air Force Base officials are determining if this weekend's "Arctic Thunder" air show will continue after a C-17 crashed Wednesday evening killing the four airmen onboard. The crew was reportedly taking off for a practice flight for the air show.
RED BULL AIR RACE CONFIRMS ONE-YEAR BREAK IN 2011
Date: 07/29/10
In an official statement released on Thursday, Red Bull Air Race officials confirmed it will be taking a year-long break in 2011. The organization will use the time off to fast track technological developments currently in the making, which would further improve safety.
FAA GRANTS COLLINGS FOUNDATION FLIGHT EXEMPTION FOR F-4 AND A-4
Date: 07/28/10
The Collings Foundation recently received FAA flight exemption that allows anyone who can afford it the unique opportunity to fly in the F-4 Phantom and A-4 Skyhawk. The flights will take place from the Houston campus where participants will receive extensive training before strapping in the jet.
US ARMY GOLDEN KNIGHTS PREP FOR WORLD CHAMPS
Date: 07/28/10
The US Army Golden Knights sent its 8-Way Formation Sky Diving Team to Russia to compete in the World Team Parachuting Championships. After a long journey, the team spent the day adjusting to a new jump platform as they gear up for the meet starting August 1.
NASCAR TEAM OWNER IN SERIOUS CONDITION AFTER PLANE CRASHES
Date: 07/28/10
According to multiple media reports, NASCAR race team owner Jack Roush is in serious, but stable condition after his Beechcraft Premier 390 crashed in Wisconsin. The NTSB is investigating the accident.
This is the second close call for RoushCAF'S B-29 FIFI AND AARON TIPPIN TEAM UP FOR TOUR
Date: 07/27/10
Exciting news for aviation and country fans: Commemorative Air Force's B-29 FIFI and country music star Aaron Tippin are teaming up for the CAF's Red, White & Loud Tour. The world's only flight-worthy B-29 and the country legend will start the tour at the Colorado Sport International Air Show on August 28-29.
HORSEMEN THUNDER INTO MICHIGAN
Date: 07/27/10
The Horsemen will be joining one of the largest gathering of WWII bombers at the Thunder Over Michigan Air Show August 7-8 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. This tremendous air show will also add some modern metal to the mix with the Viper and Hornet Demos.
Read the latest on what will be flying at this warbird round upAIRVENTURE OPENS TO BLUE SKIES
Date: 07/26/10
Aircraft from around the country lined up for opening day at the 2010 AirVenture with the arrival of 19 DC-3 creating a massive first impression for visitors. ASB.TV's Rob Reider is sharing announcing duties with two other announcers while ASB.TV's Mike Goulian stays busy signing autographs at the Lycoming tent and racing a Ford in the Wings and Wheels event.
Horsemen pilot Ed Shipley brings "February" to OSHEAA AIRVENTURE TAKES BACK CONTROL
Date: 07/25/10
EAA officials and volunteers are dealing with record rains and soggy grounds at the annual AirVenture in Oshkosh, WI this week. Volunteers are juggling campers, staggering plane parking and hoping the sunshine continues to dry out the event grounds.
CF-18 DEMO PILOT SURVIVES CRASH
Date: 07/23/10
CF-18 Demonstration pilot Captain Brian Bews ejected his fighter when his aircraft became unstable during a high alpha pass. Witnesses report no one on the ground was hurt and Bews is in stable condition at a local hospital with low back pain.
