How many times do you think Chuck Aaron heard somebody say that? Chuck flies the Red Bull Helicopter, a specialized BO-105 helicopter that does aerobatics. In fact, he is the only pilot in North America authorized to do that. LiveAirShowTV sat down with Chuck at the Wings Over Houston Airshow to find out how he got started […]
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Glider aerobatics, parachuting canopy piloting added to World Games
LAUSANNE, Switzerland — The Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) reports that Glider Aerobatics, Parachuting Canopy Piloting and Paramotors have been selected by the International World Games Association (IWGA) for The World Games 2017 in Wroclaw, Poland. All three will be grouped as disciplines under the Air Sports banner. “We are thrilled to have three air sports events at […]
2014 Aviation Summit adds Dream Racing to event
Dream Racing will offer fans the chance to drive some of the fastest, most exotic Ferraris in the world at the 2014 Aviation Summit Oct. 31-Nov. 2 in Palm Springs, Calif. Dream Racing, led by founders and former race car drivers Enrico Bertaggia and Adriano De Micheli, provides racing experiences to fans by giving them […]
Tuskegee Airmen exhibit and drones headline Virginia fly-in
SUFFOLK, Va. — The Commerative Air Force’s Red Tail Squadron’s Rise Above Tuskegee Airmen exhibit, as well as a rare P-51C, will be prime attractions at the 17th Virginia Regional Festival of Flight, slated for May 31-June 1 at Suffolk Executive Airport (KSFQ). Plus, for the first time, 10 exhibitors will be showing and demonstrating Unmanned […]
The Heart of Texas Airshow set to launch Sept. 27
The Heart Of Texas Airshow will take to the skies over Waco, Texas, Saturday, Sept. 27 at Texas State Technical College airport. Jets, helicopters, airplanes, warbirds, a wing walker, skydivers, radio control aircraft and more will be at the show. Flights will be available throughout the day in helicopters, airplanes, historic warbirds and biplanes. Debby […]
Wayne Boggs: Air Boss and reality television star
“For everyone who has ever gazed skyward.” That’s the tagline from “The Aviators,” a reality television show focusing on aviation. Since 2010, the show has brought the wonderful world of aviation into the living rooms and laptops of thousands. Each segment is approximately five minutes in length and covers topics ranging from the life of an […]
Aviation Network’s inaugural fly-in slated for September
VANCOUVER, B.C. — The Aviation Network, comprised of 700 members of the Young President’s Organization, is holding its inaugural 2014 Fly-In at the Alpine Airport in Wyoming Sept. 5-7. This exclusive private event can only accommodate 30 planes and their passengers, according to organizers. Entrepreneur Dr. Steven C. Funk will be acting as Day Chair for this […]
Video: Alaska shakes off winter
This year, Alaska shook off the winter in style. The Alaska Airmen’s Association held its 17th Great Alaska Aviation Gathering at the massive FedEx Maintenance Hangar at Anchorage International Airport on May 3-4. The clear blue skies and light breezes delivered thousands to the airport for the show.
LCI to hold third annual open house June 14
By CAROL LEE ANDERSON Laconia Municipal Airport (LCI) in Gilford, N.H., will host its third annual Wings, Water and Wheels Open House on Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event, which will be held rain or shine, is open to the public and admission is free. Airport manager Diane Terrill is […]