Jason McLemore sent in these photos, taken on opening day of the 2021 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, April 13.
Airshows & Fly-Ins
Thank goodness for SUN ‘n FUN
Although we aviation geeks think of SUN ‘n FUN as the start of the fly-in season, the first irrefutable sign of Spring, and a custom-made opportunity for us to get up, get out, and visit with thousands of others who are as intrigued by aviation as we are, it’s actually far more than that.
Seaplane-A-Palooza gets blown away
Seaplane-A-Palooza, held every year the weekend before the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, began on Friday April 9, 2021, with much promise for the weekend — but Mother Nature intervened and blew it away on Saturday and Sunday with heavy winds and rain.
A new aviation event coming to Ohio in August
Organizers are adding an aircraft and aviation memorabilia auction.
The Dayton Air Show with a twist
“The show will convert its spectator area to a drive-in theater-type parking lot. Guests will be able to purchase 20-foot x 20-foot Private Viewing Area using half the area to park their car and the other half to view the show in tailgate fashion.”
Picture of the Day: How my blind son watches an air show
Joanne Greco submitted the following photo and note: “My son is totally blind. This is how he watches an air show. We bring a bunch of different planes that are usually at air shows. He holds them up in the air and I describe what they are doing. He tries to mimic the moves. He is learning all the correct names for the stunts. He is already flying planes and does a great job.”
Picture of the Day: Blue Angels preparing for blue skies
David Freeland submitted this photo and note: ” I took this photo in July 2020 in Kansas City where the Blue Angels were due to perform at an air show. Weather in the area created delays and concerns of cancellation. The result was a great reflection shot on the ramp, followed by a spectacular show by the Blue Angels.”
Oshkosh camping experience prize in Pilot Your Own Adventure contest
To win, you must write up to 1,000 words about flying in a general aviation aircraft to a unique adventure. Deadline for entries is June 1, 2021.
Seaplane-A-Palooza prepares for takeoff
Seaplane-A-Palooza, held the weekend before SUN ‘n FUN, includes vendors, flying contests, live music, and much more.