California Capitol Airshow - March 15-16, 2008

[Midnight Mover]

California Capitol Airshow 

March 15-16, 2008

U.S. NAVY BLUE ANGELS ANNOUNCE RETURN TO CALIFORNIA CAPITAL AIRSHOW SACRAMENTO,
December 11, 2007 - The California Capital Airshow at Mather Airport March 15-16 is the first civilian show on the 2008 schedule for the United States Navy Blue Angels. The renowned flight demonstration team last performed at the inaugural California Capital Airshow in 2006, thrilling crowds with formation and solo high-performance maneuvers in addition to ground ceremonies. "We are honored to welcome back the U.S. Navy Blue Angels in the Sacramento region only two years after the appearance at the inaugural California Capital Airshow," said G. Hardy Acree, California Capital Airshow Board Chair. "The team's desire to return is a credit to the Sacramento region and their support for aviation as well as the men and women who serve our country." Air shows generally spend several years establishing their brand before attracting military precision jet teams. The California Capital Airshow has achieved a rare feat by attracting a jet team each of its first three years. The California Capital Airshow is a 501c3 non-profit corporation organized to promote and showcase the role aviation plays as an economic engine in the greater Sacramento region. The mission of the California Capital Airshow is, in part, be accomplished by giving back to the community through the awarding of scholarships to individuals interested in pursuing careers in aviation, aeronautics, and aerospace.

californiacapitalairshow.com

[NikonGuy]

Might be a bit too far for me but you never know...   

[Craig Edwards]

Great to see them back.

Do the Canadians still run an airshow team?

[Midnight Mover]

Yes, The Snowbirds Demonstration Team (431 Squadron) is a Canadian icon comprised of serving members of the Canadian Forces. Their pilots and technicians work as a team to bring thrilling performances to the North American public. Serving as Canadian ambassadors, the Snowbirds demonstrate the high level of professionalism, teamwork, excellence, discipline and dedication inherent in the women and men of the Air Force and the Canadian Forces 

http://www.snowbirds.dnd.ca/site/index_e.asp

[warbirdfotos]

The weather at this show was dramatic, windy and cold, but spectacular!

[warbirdfotos]

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