2009 AirShow Performer Links

For 2009, the Florida International AirShow will feature the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. In addition to the Blue Angels, there will be many great acts appearing to entertain you throughout the entire event.

United States Navy Blue Angels

www.BlueAngels.navy.mil
The Blue Angels’ mission is to enhance Navy and Marine Corps recruiting efforts and to represent the naval service to the United States, its elected leadership and foreign nations. The Blue Angels serve as positive role models and goodwill ambassadors for the U. S. Navy and Marine Corps.

Michael Goulian - www.mikegoulian.com
Mike Goulian's edgy, crisp, and aggressive style of aerobatic flying captivates air show and air race fans across the globe. His passion for aviation and pursuit of excellence shows up in his performances and in his general aviation business. He is a true professional in the air show and general aviation industries. Mike Goulian makes the difficult seem easy.
Special Operations Jump team - www.socom.mil/Parachute_team/parachuteteam.htm
The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Parachute Team is composed of volunteers from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and U.S. government civilians assigned to USSOCOM. These highly qualified members are selected for the team after a rigorous training program. Participation with the USSOCOM Parachute Team is in addition to their regular military duties, with training conducted during off duty time.
the F-15 Demo Team - West Coast Demo Team
The F-15 West Coast Demo Team is just one of the seven single aircraft Demonstration Teams assigned to Air Combat Command (ACC). The F-15 West Team originated from Holloman AFB, N.M., and was moved to Tyndall AFB, Fla., before settling at Eglin in the early 1990's. The name "West Coast" has been retained for heritage purposes.
the F-16 Demo Team - Viper East Website
Shaw Air Force Base is home to the Viper East Team, one of two F-16 aerial demonstration teams in Air Combat Command. The F-16 Fighting Falcon, more commonly known to military pilots as the Viper, is a compact, extremely maneuverable multi-role fighter aircraft.
Dan Buchanan - www.danbuchananairshows.com
Dan launches with his glider from atop a moving vehicle driving down the runway at about 30mph with the flag, streamers and bright orange smoke trailing. He steadily tow-climbs to an altitude of 1,200 -1,800' while speaking live via a radio link to the audience,. A variable tension winch on the launch vehicle can spin out up to 3,000' of tow-line during his ascent.
Panchito B-25J Mitchell Bomber - www.dav.org
The DAV Airshow Outreach Program was developed to increase public awareness of disabled veterans and to serve veterans in communities across the nation. Using two B-25 medium bombers, the program reminds the public of the sacrifices veterans have made and continue to make to keep our nation free. The original "Panchito", named after the feisty rooster from Disney's animated musical The Three Caballeros, was a bomber with the 396th Bomb Squadron, 41st Bomb Group, 7th Air Force, stationed in the Central Pacific. After several attacks on various Japanese strongholds in Southern Japan as well as Japanese help Eastern China, she was scheduled for another bombing run to Japan on the day the Japanese surrendered.
Air Force Reserve Jet Car - www.AFReserve.com
As it's escorted to the runway, it looks like a long, low toy, but that big Westinghouse J34-48 jet engine sticking out of the back visually says "Stand Back!" When driver Bill Braack, a member of the Air Force Reserve for 20 years, cranks it, this jet car can hit a speed of 400 mph in eight seconds. If it traveled any longer or faster, it would struggle to become airborne. Bill prefers that it stay on the ground and beat air show performers foolish enough to try to match their planes up against the Air Force Reserve Jet Car. He even gives them a head start and the Jet Car still wins. ... more about the Air Force Reserve Jet Car
American Double Trouble Barnstormer (Dual wing walkers) - www.AmericanBarnstormer.com
TWO Lady Wing Walkers on one 450 Stearman! - What sets our performances apart from other wing walking teams' acts? We do A LOT of wing WALKING. While some other teams only perform at the javelin and in front of the top rack, the American Barnstormer wing walkers hit two more locations on the Stearman: the back of the rack and the N-strut at the wingtip. Moving between these 4 distinct points on the plane, coupled with some old-fashioned acrobatics, makes for a much more complete wing walking demonstration than you can find elsewhere. PLUS - we offer you more options for your airshow dollar than any other wing walking team! New in 2009: Now you can have your cake and eat it, too - book Double Trouble and get the solo wing walk act, as well! The acts are distinct from one another and each contains a unique set of maneuvers/stunts.
Greg Koontz & the Alabama Boys - www.gkairshows.com
Greg Koontz has been performing in airshows since 1974, when he joined Col. Moser's Flying Circus and learned his trademark maneuvers from the best in the business. This airshow season, Greg returns to his roots to bring back good old- fashioned family entertainment in the best flying circus tradition! With TWO complete airshow acts, Greg Koontz and the Alabama Boys are a complete airshow package! Flown in the 1946 Piper J-3 Cub, this act begins as Greg - farmer Clem Cleaver - climbs up on the announcer's stand, demanding a flight lesson. Later in the show, he "steals" the plane and takes off solo, with his whole crew chasing. Grandpa shoots off a tire to get him down, and Clem lands on his pickup truck as it races down the runway.
John Mohr Barnstorming - www.mohrbarnstorming.com
Rock'em, Sock'em, Low Level Stock Stearman Solo - With over 25,000 hours of flying experience (that's more than two years of his life spent in the air) John Mohr is one of the most talented and exciting pilots on the air show circuit. He performs extremely difficult maneuvers in a meticulously restored 1943 stock Stearman bi-plane which is an aircraft that not only weighs twice as much as today's aerobatic planes but also uses only half the horsepower. This is not your "normal" air show routine.
Danny Clisham - Air Show Announcer, Actor, Aerial Film Coordinator, Pilot - www.DannyClisham.com
Known for fresh, lively, knowledge-based commentary, Danny Clisham is one of America’s most popular air show announcers. In the course of his career, he has entertained millions of attendees at air shows throughout North America. Sponsoring organizations have long relied on Danny’s professionalism and credibility to repeatedly put on performances that thrill audiences and keep them coming back year after year. In 2006, Danny celebrated his fortieth year as an air show announcer. At the end of 2007, he was inducted into the Air Show Hall of Fame.