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Tuesday, March 25, 2008 South Korea's Black Eagles to fly KAI T-50 By FlyingNews @ 9:19 AM :: 700 Views :: 0 Comments :: Military Aviation, Aerobatics South Korea’s air force aerobatics team will use the Korea Aerospace Industries T-50 from 2010, after the service inked a 10-aircraft deal worth an estimated 200 billion won ($200 million) this week. The “Black Eagles”, who have performed over 500 times outside South Korea, last flew the Vietnam War-era Cessna A-37 “Dragonfly” that was retired in 2007 after the Seoul air show. The team will be formed again after the first T-50 is delivered in 2010. Read More..

Wednesday, February 13, 2008 Snowbirds Announce New Team Coordinator By FlyingNews @ 9:29 PM :: 652 Views :: 0 Comments :: Aerobatics Captain Eric Willrich, 32, from Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, was appointed as Snowbird 11, Team Coordinator, for the 2009, 2010 and 2011 show seasons, Monday, February 4 at 15 Wing, Moose Jaw after a thorough selection process. "Captain Willrich has proven that he has the interpersonal, organizational and flying skills required to excel in this important position on our team," said Major Robert Mitchell, Commanding Officer, Canadian Forces Snowbirds. "His wealth of operational experience and exceptional organizational skills will be an asset to our team." Read More..

Saturday, December 15, 2007 Blue Angels Release 2008 Show Schedule By FlyingNews @ 9:16 AM :: 544 Views :: 0 Comments :: Military Aviation, Aerobatics The Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, The Blue Angels, has announced its show schedule for the 2008 season. Following winter training, the team begins the season at Naval Air Facility El Centro, Calif., March 8 and will conclude the season Nov. 16 at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Fla. The Blue Angels are scheduled to perform 68 shows at 35 locations throughout the United States and Canada. "We are extremely excited to begin our new season and represent the Navy and Marine Corps team with a safe and exciting show for 2008," said Cmdr. Kevin Mannix, the squadron's commanding officer. Read More..

Wednesday, October 31, 2007 Red Arrows unveil new-look Aircraft ahead of Overseas Tour By FlyingNews @ 12:58 PM :: 705 Views :: 0 Comments :: Military Aviation, Aerobatics The Royal Air Force has announced: The Red Arrows are set to unveil a new aircraft paint-scheme this week as they leave the UK on a six-week overseas tour. The change to the world-famous design is thought to be the first major permanent alteration since the Red Arrows took delivery of their Hawk aircraft in 1979. “The Red Arrows’ Hawk aircraft are known and loved by millions of people around the world.” said Wing Commander Jas Hawker, Red 1. “We needed to keep a careful balance between making our famous aircraft unrecognisable and reminding people that we are proud to represent the Royal Air Force. This is especially important when many Royal Air Force personnel are away from home, serving overseas in front line operations such as Afghanistan and Iraq. We are a visible way of reminding people of our colleagues’ hard work and professionalism in the line of duty. The change to our aircraft paint scheme will help us to do this more effectively.” You can read the article here.

Friday, October 12, 2007 CANADIAN FORCES SNOWBIRDS PERFORM YEAR END SHOW By FlyingNews @ 12:29 PM :: 593 Views :: 0 Comments :: Aerobatics, Flying Events The Canadian Forces Snowbirds will perform their Year End Show, marking the conclusion of the team's 37th season, Friday, October 12 at 11 a.m. at 15 Wing, Moose Jaw, with friends, family and the military community present. "I am extremely proud of our team's accomplishments this season, both in the air and on the ground," said Major Robert Mitchell, Commanding Officer, Canadian Forces Snowbirds. "We are very thankful for the wonderful reception the team received in the communities we visited this year - it was truly an honour to represent the Canadian Forces across North America." You can read the article here.

Thursday, August 16, 2007 First Thunderbird commander dies By FlyingNews @ 12:35 PM :: 867 Views :: 0 Comments :: Military Aviation, Aerobatics The first commander of the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, died Aug. 12 of complications from pneumonia. Maj. Gen. Richard C. Catledge, the Air Force pilot known as Thunderbird One, formed and led the original Thunderbirds team as a major in 1953. Read More..

Friday, August 03, 2007 One wild ride in the sky By FlyingNews @ 12:59 PM :: 575 Views :: 0 Comments :: Aerobatics Klatt is a member of the Air National Guard and just returned from his second tour in Iraq as a fighter pilot. Being a member of the Guard made it possible for Klatt to live his passion, and he doesn't hesitate to give credit where credit is due. During shows, Klatt flies a Staudacher, a lighter aerobatics plane than the Extra 300-L he usually flies. It takes two men and very little grunt work to roll his 300-L onto the runway of Seattle's Boeing Field. You can read the article here.

Thursday, June 21, 2007 CANADIAN FORCES SNOWBIRDS RESUME AIR SHOW SEASON By FlyingNews @ 1:21 PM :: 523 Views :: 0 Comments :: Aerobatics, Flying Events The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are honoured to resume their 37th Air Show season June 20 in Owen Sound, Ontario, and to continue their tradition of excellence as proud ambassadors of the Canadian Forces and Canada. "We are looking forward to performing for communities across North America, proudly flying Canada's colours," said Major Robert Mitchell, Commanding Officer, Canadian Forces Snowbirds. "We remain committed to representing the best of the Canadian Forces and Canada." Read More..

Tuesday, May 29, 2007 Aces high at RAF spectacular By FlyingNews @ 12:38 PM :: 864 Views :: 0 Comments :: Aerobatics Tornado strike jets, a Second World War Spitfire and the new Eurofighter Typhoon jet were on display at the RAF's Spirit of Adventure airshow at Abingdon airfield on Saturday. Thousands of people descended on the former RAF base at Dalton Barracks to see famous planes from the past and state-of-the-art superjets swoop across the airfield. Members of the RAF's world-famous aerobatics display team, the Red Arrows, arrived by helicopter to give young and old fans a rare chance to speak to the magnificent men in their flying machines.

Wednesday, March 28, 2007 Red Bull Air Race World Series Lands Two Exotic U.S. Stops in 2007 By FlyingNews @ 8:11 AM :: 556 Views :: 0 Comments :: Aerobatics, Flying Events The Red Bull Air Race World Series thrusts into high gear in 2007, with U.S. stops in Monument Valley, UT, and San Diego, CA. Raising the stakes to a jarring new level, the Red Bull Air Race will showcase three new elite pilots and an improved racing format that will guarantee thrills to top last year's international success. Launched in 2005, the Red Bull Air Race World Series is unlike any other form of air racing and is the pinnacle of high-speed precision flying. It's not just a test of speed, but a challenge of skill. Pilots are using the world's lightest, most agile and responsive planes. Stamina and skill determine who will be the next Red Bull Air Race World Series champion Read More..

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