The Florida International Air Show,
November 4th & 5th, Punta Gorda FL Airport, (PGD)

Florida International Air Show
November 4th & 5th, 2023
Punta Gorda FL Airport - PGD
Tickets On Sale Now: http://www.floridaairshow.com
Air Show Hotline: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm 1.833.743.3427

The 2023 Florida International Air Show is only weeks away. And we will be sending updates about all things 2023 FIAS AIr Show. Parking information, Schedule of Events and More! Information that will make your 2023 FIAS Air Show Experience, Fun and Enjoyable.

In This Newsletter:
*Matt Younkin & Twin Beech 18 Added to the Performer's Lineup
*Air Show Fun Family Video
*Thursday Night November 2nd "The Tiki Bar" at Four Points by Sheraton Free Kick-Off Concert - "Maverick & Goose" Look a Like Contest; VIP SWAG BAG Raffle Giveaway - $800.00 value. The Drem Big F-18 Hornet
Saturday Night, November 4th, 7pm Fishermen's Village "Meet & Greet" The USAF Thunderbirds & 2023 FIAS Performers

In the Next FIAS Newsletter Issue:
Performer's Lineup
Parking Directions
What to Expect at the Main Gate
Frequently Asked Questions
FIAS Spotify Podcast
And More!

Matt Youkin added to the 2023 Performing Line-Up

Matt Younkin is a third generation pilot. He is the son of legendary airshow pilot Bobby Younkin, who is famous for his amazing aerobatic displays in the AT-6, Beech 18, Learjet 23, Samson, and most recently, the Super Decathlon. Bobby is considered to be one of the greatest airshow pilots of all time.

Matt is also the grandson of Jim Younkin who is well-known for designing the Century and Trutrak autopilots. Jim is also famous for his antique aircraft restorations, as well as building beautiful replicas of the 1930’s air racers such as the Howard “Mr. Mulligan” and the Travel Air “Mystery Ship.”

Matt learned to fly at the age of 14 from family friend Ken Collier in a Piper J-3 Cub. At age 15, Chuck Irvin, the same instructor who taught Bobby how to fly, refined Matt’s piloting skills. On his sixteenth birthday, Matt soloed his grandfather’s 1928 Travel Air 4000 biplane.

Matt is now proficient in over 85 types of airplanes ranging from the Piper Cub to the Boeing B-29. He is also a fully rated flight instructor and now has almost 5,000 hours of total flying time and currently resides in Siloam Springs, AR.

A CELEBRATION OF AIR SHOWS

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The 2023 Florida International Air Show Kicks Off with a FREE Concert at "The Tiki Bar" at the Four Points by Sheraton - Harborside, 5:30pm Thursday, November 2nd, 2023! Local Entertainment to be Announced. Order From the Menu.

Your Chance to Win Air Show VIP Package! 2023 FIAS VIP Swag Bag Raffle - $800.00 Value!! 4 VIP Tickets - Complimentary Food and Drink in the VIP Tent; VIP Tent Seating on the Flightline; 4 FIAS Fishing Shirts; 4 FIAS Hats; 4 2023 FIAS Color Changing Tumblers! Drawing at 7pm. You Do Not Have To Be Present to Win.

Don't Miss the Dream Big F-18 Hornet on Thursday Night at The Tiki Bar

“HAVE YOU EVER WANTED TO BE A FIGHTER PILOT? EVER WONDERED WHAT IT’S LIKE TO CLIMB INSIDE A REAL FIGHTER JET?”
Dewey Larson, Brings you the DreamBIG “F/A-18 Hornet (Topgun Maverick) Experience.” This TopGun F/A-18 is a REAL and Historical United States Navy Veteran. It actually Flew Combat Missions and was even part of the famed “Blue Angels”. Stop by for your Opportunity to hear Her Story, Touch History and create a Moment that will last a Lifetime.
DreamBIG allows Visitors to Dress the Part and actually put on a Flight Helmet (from the Maverick Movie) and step inside the Cockpit. Dewey and the Crew will give you a brief tour, take your Picture, and then print it out in moments. Come hear the
History and receive a Memory that will Last a lifetime. Come DREAMBIG, TOPGUN STYLE!!!

"Maverick & Goose" Look Alike Contest - FIAS Swag Bag includes 2 General Admission Tickets for Each Winner.

"Meet the USAF Thunderbirds & 2013 FIAS Performers" at the Fishermen's Village Center Court, Punta Gorda FIAS Air Show "Meet & Greet" Saturday Night, 7pm. Kids - "Bring Your Earn Wings Certificate for an Autograph." Pick Up a FREE FIAS Coloring Book. Official 2023 FIAS Air Show Programs will be Available for Purchase. Part of the Festivities of the 2023 Florida International Air Show.