Performers
Ground Displays
There will be tons of amazing displays setup around the Air Show grounds - get up close to some amazing air craft that will be on display.
Canadian Forces Snowbirds
The Snowbirds Demonstration Team (431 Squadron) is a Canadian icon comprised of serving members of the Canadian Forces. Their pilots and technicians work as a team to bring thrilling performances to the North American public. Serving as Canadian ambassadors, the Snowbirds demonstrate the high level of professionalism, teamwork, excellence, discipline and dedication inherent in the women and men of the Air Force and the Canadian Forces.
Website Link - http://www.snowbirds.forces.gc.ca/v2/index-eng.asp
CF-18 Demo Team
A versatile, world-class fighter aircraft, the supersonic CF-18 Hornet can engage both ground and aerial targets. Its twin engines generate enough thrust to lift 24 full-size pick-up trucks off the ground.
As the Canadian Air Force’s frontline multi-role fighter, the CF-18 is used for air defence, air superiority, tactical support, training, aerobatic demonstration, and aerospace testing and evaluation.
Website - http://www.airforce.forces.gc.ca/site/equip/cf18/default_e.asp
Rob Holland - MX2 Aerobatic Aircraft
Rob Holland's airshow performance is comprised of high-intensity, bone crushing, Rock n' Roll style aerobatics that push the limit of both pilot and machine. Reaching speeds from less than zero (the plane is,in effect, flying backwards) to over 300 mph, Rob maneuvers and tumbles the plane through the sky and down on the deck demonstrating unbelievable precision and control.
Priding himself on safety first, Rob delivers a consistent, dynamic and mesmerizing routine sure to leave you wondering, "How did he do that?!!"
Website Link - http://www.ultimateairshows.com/
Dan Buchanan - Paraplegic Hang Glider
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.
Website Link - http://www.danbuchananairshows.com
SkyHawks
The Skyhawks is Canada's premier parachute demonstration team. Established in 1971, the team has performed in more than 3100 shows, delighting more than 65 million spectators around the world.
Website - http://www.army.forces.gc.ca/land-terre/skyhawks/index-eng.asp
Hawk One
Canadians will bear witness to an historic event in 2009 as one of the most famous aircraft to have served in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) tours Canada as the mainstay of the Centennial Heritage Flight celebrating 100 years of powered flight in Canada.
The project is hailed as Hawk One and was conceptualized during a simple conversation among friends, a visionary group of aviators from both the military and civilian aviation communities. From an inspiration to salute Canada’s aviation heritage was born the nucleus of a team who are restoring and will soon fly a Canadair F-86 Sabre.
Website Link - http://hawkone.ca/
Northern Aeros
NorthernAeros flown by Kevin Hopkins and Jerzy Strzyz is the only two ship aerobatic formation act in North America flying the awesome Sukhoi SU-26 & SU-29.
Smoke, noise, speed and high energy unlimited aerobatics are guaranteed to be a crowd pleasing, unforgettable experience for young and old alike.
The NorthernAeros brings close formation and unlimited opposing aerobatics to your air show showcasing the most successful world unlimited gold metal aerobatic aircraft of all time.
Jimmy Hrymac
2004 Canadian National Aerobatic Champion
Beginning his Air Show career in 2000 with a Pitts Special - Jim has flown over 50 shows across Canada amassing nearly 7000 hours in military and civilian flying. He was the Canadian National Intermediate Aerobatic Champion in 2004.
Website Link - www.jimhrymackairshows.com
The AV8FX Team
The AV8FX team is led by April Zalesky, along with a core staff of special effects experts. April Zalesky, a native of Vancouver, BC, is the heart and soul of AV8FX. Born into a flying family, April, a licenced pilot as well as an Airshow Pyrotechnics Coordinator, has been involved in the airshow business from an early age. She was drawn into the excitement of airshow pyro and fireworks over 15 years ago and has produced pyrotechnic displays for both large and small shows across Canada and the United States.
Among the staff are special effects coordinators for the film industry who have worked on major motion pictures and television shows such as Jumanji, Viper, Red Scorpion, and others. April and her crew have worked together in the airshow pyro business for many years and have and exceptional saftey record. All AV8FX technicians will work hand in hand with your show boss, airshow monitor, and other members of your team.
Our Technicians are fully licenced and experienced in all aspects of airshow pyrotechnics and movie special effects. We can custom design displays to meet your site requirements, and can work safely within tight crowdlines.
All AV8FX team members are familiar with all airshow operations including radio work, air and ground control, fire prevention, crowd safety, and performer needs. VHF radios and an electronic firing system make up an important part of our show package.