The Rick Mercer Report

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Sony Television Draw

The winning ticket number for the
32" Sony Flat Screen Television and DVD player is....

002254

The winner with the matching number as drawn on the "ROCK" can call 519-682-9797 or email info@winairshow.com
Once verified the winner must agree to their picture being taken and used for the Windsor International Air Show.
If the prize is not claimed by midnight August 31,2010
we will draw another ticket.
Congratulations!
Thank you to Sony at Devonshire Mall for providing the prizes.
Winner of the VIA Rail Trip
Jennifer Murray
Please contact our office via email. She was a signed up member of WIAS. The estimated value of the trip is over $1,000.
Prize to be awarded as given.
Congratulations!

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Parking Aircraft

If you haven't noticed yet an Air Show is gearing up at the Windsor International Air Show. The Snowbirds arrival capped off an absolutely fantastic arrival day. Pilots filtered through the Windsor Flying Club and many were glad to be back and others glad to be a part of the Windsor International Air Show.
The Brazilians are ecstatic about being in Canada and are thankful for our hospitality. You may see a few of them downtown this weekend at local establishments. The Snowbirds and many other pilots will be roaming the streets meeting fans and greeting new people.
The Back Stage Pass starts today at 2:00 pm and the Wing Off starts at 4:00 pm and will run to approximately 11:00 pm.
Great Wings, cold beer, and a lot of stories. It will be a night to remember for years to come.
Bring the family and meet the pilots.
Guess what?
There's tons of aircraft arriving all day Friday. The Wing Off pass is only $5 which includes parking. Why would you watch it from the street for that?
Check out 11:00 am........
CF-18 Hornet. Demo. Loud fast and powerful.
Coming at ya'...............................

Sounds of Freedom II
Has it sunk in yet?

Monday, August 16, 2010

Itinerary For The Week

The field is laid out and the aircraft are coming. The Brazilians are in Puerto Rico and will head for Tampa Bay tomorrow and then Wednesday afternoon they will land in Windsor.
The Snowbirds, Hurricane, and a Harvard will round out the day.
Check out the itinerary at,
www.wiasvendors.blogspot.com

It's a blog from last year, I know, but it gives me a chance to change it quickly. I don't think it will change much other than the length of time each plane is in the air or the order they will be in.
Keep an eye open over the skies of Windsor.
Just remember, you'll hear them first.

Sounds of Freedom II
it's finally here....

Friday, August 13, 2010

F-5 Tiger II


The Northrop F-5A/B Freedom Fighter and F-5E/F Tiger II are part of a family of widely used light supersonic fighter aircraft, designed and built by Northrop in the United States, beginning in the 1960s. Hundreds remain in service in air forces around the world in the early 21st Century, and the type has also been the basis for a number of other aircraft.
The F-5 started life as a privately funded light fighter program by Northrop in the 1950s. The first generation F-5A Freedom Fighter entered service in the 1960s. Over 800 were produced through 1972 for U.S. allies during the Cold War. The USAF had no need for a light fighter, but it did specify a requirement for a supersonic trainer and procured about 1,200 of a derivative airframe for this purpose, the T-38 Talon.
It just looks fast sitting still. 0- 600 in a heartbeat.
The Windsor International Air Show welcomes Naval Air Station Fallon.
Top Guns?
Stop in at the airport and find out.
August 21 & 22.
Sounds of Freedom II
make some room.



Wednesday, August 11, 2010

What IS An Air Show?

With tens of millions of spectators attending air shows each year, the air show industry represents one of the very largest, if not the largest, outdoor professional sports in North America. And it’s no wonder, as the shows themselves deliver entertainment value at a modest cost for families the likes of which can’t be found anywhere else, at any price. From supersonic-speed military jets to gravity-defying aerobatic acts to a host of on-the-ground displays and activities, a day at an air show yields memories that truly last a lifetime. Indeed, air shows have become anchor events within the calendars of local communities coast to coast.
Air shows are flying museums with the vintage aircraft and are also a look into the technological aspect that many of the fast movers have become today.
As we go around and prepare of the show I am absolutely astounded that people in general do not know that you can actually sit inside some of these aircraft at any air show. I've spoken with spectators who have sat on the outside watching in telling me how great it was. Not so.
By watching from the outside you lose the perspective on the aircraft. Any airport has aircraft that fly overhead, even military jets.
In order to feel and actually experience the heart pounding thrust or the goosebumps, you have to be on the field.
Why?
The aircraft are a wonder, however they can't do much without a person in the seat. The pilot can manoeuvre the aircraft in certain ways that make your hair stand on end and make you gaze like a kid again at how they can possibly do what they do.
The Noise.
The Smell.
The Feel.
Not to mention a narrator that takes you back into history and teaches about the aircraft, not just how pretty it looks when it blows by the crowd followed by the shattering blast as it leaves your sight.
The slower aircraft tell us stories from days gone by and how the Veterans paved the way for our current lifestyle.
Ever wonder how much horsepower is actually in the engines?
How much fuel it burns?
Can that helicopter really lift a house?
Don't forget the stories. Lots of stories.
So by coming onto the field you also get knowledge and a sense of excitement. the excitement that comes from learning something new or just by the raw static energy in the air.
More value, more space, more to see and do.
The biggest and most challenging show in Essex County.period.
390 Volunteers
60 aircraft
Concessions
Vendors
Bounce Castles
They all ad up to a lot of fun.

Spread the word.

Sounds of Freedom II


Saturday, August 7, 2010

Canadian CF-18 Demo


If you haven't heard our 2010 Canadian CF-18 Demo jet crashed in Lethbridge a few weeks ago. The pilot Capt. Brian Bews made it out safely with a few injuries but expects to back in the seat again soon. He'll make a full recovery but a timeline hasn't been established for his return. He made it out and that's the important news.
LATEST NEWS
We will still be having a CF-188 at our show and yes it WILL BE FLYING.
What's an air show without a little horsepower?
A big thanks goes out to our coordinator from the DND. He makes it happen.
SOUNDS of FREEDOM II
i told you.
Time to spread the word......

Sunday, August 1, 2010

Where To Get Tickets Locally




We are very fortunate to get some local support from individual businesses in the city to help us spread the word and sell tickets for the show.


No everyone uses the internet so local supporters have accepted our offer and decided to help sell tickets from their business.


These places beleive that by helping out we both can receive mutual benefit. Perfect, becuase we both do. Our Wing Off is a great example of partnerships.


If you need tickets please go to these local outlets and purchase your air show tickets. They are good for either day and will speed up the entry process at the gate. While you are there in the ticket outlet, take a look around and keep them in mind next time you need their product.


They also make our statement ring true when we say that money spent at the air show stays in the community. It's the perfect scenario.


Ticket outlets are pillars in the community and need your support as we need theirs.

Listen to Blackburn Radio and get a chance to win tickets.

Listen to AM800 and get a chance to win tickets.

Watch for our 2010 Commercial to air on A Channel.

Watch for our ads in the Windsor Star, In Business, Windsor Life, and the Cnawest publications all over Essex County.

We'll even be at the Military Muster in a few weeks.

We're all over. You won't miss us this year, that's for sure.

We are going to try and get some Veterans into the Lancaster Bomber for a trip around Essex County. For that we need donations and assisatance. Spread the word we are looking for donations to get these guys in the air. It'll make their weekend a little more special.


Sounds of Freedom II

You can't miss us this year.