Jones Beach Airshow 2009

[moose135]

We are having a Heritage flight?

Yes, A-10/P-51

[Big Tim #70]

It would be a nice touch if they could fly the "missing man" formation for Bob during the airshow.

I've seen the Warbirds P-40 several times over Brookhaven. It was a beautiful aircraft and Bob flew her so gracefully. They'll be missed.

[Fighting_falcon_51]

We are having a Heritage flight?

Yes, A-10/P-51

Oh, Awesome!

[moose135]

It would be a nice touch if they could fly the "missing man" formation for Bob during the airshow.

I wouldn't expect it out of the Heritage Flight or Thunderbirds - the Air Force has pretty strict guidelines about flying a Missing Man formation. Now, if the Skytypers or AAM aircraft performed one, I wouldn't be surprised.

[Big Tim #70]

I wouldn't expect it out of the Heritage Flight or Thunderbirds - the Air Force has pretty strict guidelines about flying a Missing Man formation. Now, if the Skytypers or AAM aircraft performed one, I wouldn't be surprised.

Actually, I was thinking of the Horseman with Chris flying in formation. I can't think of a nicer tribute than a formation of P-51's.

A nice touch for a very respected Long Island Avaitor.

[Fighting_falcon_51]

I doubt the Thunderbirds would fly the missing man formation but if anyone was going to I put my money on the skytypers.

[Steven Holzinger]

My money is on the warbird flight - would probably expect the AAM P-40, P-47, and FG-1D and WoLI's P-51 participating in the formation.

I'll ask Jim Beasley or Ed Shipley about the Horsemen idea...

[Fighting_falcon_51]

My money is on the warbird flight - would probably expect the AAM P-40, P-47, and FG-1D and WoLI's P-51 participating in the formation.

I'll ask Jim Beasley or Ed Shipley about the Horsemen idea...

If I am at the AAM ill try to find out and see if they are doing anything.

[Derf]

there will not be any answer to that for a while....that would probably be ironed out 2 weeks before the airshow.

[Fighting_falcon_51]

there will not be any answer to that for a while....that would probably be ironed out 2 weeks before the airshow.

Yeah your probably right, they usually always give out the info at the last minute.

[Fly2e]

Hello all,
I have never gotten to see the Airshow due to me being away every single memorial day weekend since they started. :roll:
I usually leave the Wednesday before and return late Monday due to seeing my in-laws in Cape Cod (tradition).
This is the first year i will be home memorial day weekend and wouldn't luck have it, My daughter's 1st Communion is Saturday and I have a wedding to go to Sunday. So both days are literally a bust. What I am excited about is that I will be around this time for the week before the show.
I was wondering if somebody may post a quick "schedule" of what might be happening the week before. After reading through this thread, is this quote basically still the same "unofficial schedule"?

we usually find out a day or two before they come, in the worst cases hours before they come, but all operations with the planes on air show week based on previous years happens on weds,Thurs,Friday (this year 20-23). But some little performers come on the Saturday or Sunday before the air show. We do know that a hurricane hunter c-130 will come may 5 to KFRG.

I am looking to get over to KFRG to shoot but really don't know when aircraft are planned to arrive. Just looking to get a "condensed version" of what any of you might know in reference to anything happening at KFRG the week before memorial Weekend. Any info would be great. I appreciate your time and thanks!

Dave

[GrummanFan]

As the show date gets closer, keep an eye on my daily schedule at http://www.freewebs.com/nyairshow/jonesbeachairshow.htm. I'll be keeping a close eye out for the scheduled arrival and departure times of the performers, and will try to post everything in that daily schedule. And, if anyone finds out info before I do, I would appreciate an email so I can update as quickly as possible.

[Sm0otHockeySpeeD]

Hey everyone, new user here from Flushing, Queens. My name is Brian, 30 years old and if there's one thing I'm not new to, it's airshows.

I will be there for the Saturday/Sunday show barring any inclement weather and after reading through this entire thread I'd like to ask someone with knowledge of the practice for Friday to sort of "show me" all the spots to get some good video, photo's etc. I won't get in the way, I promise hehe.

Judging by the posts it's either at the Beach itself or the Farmingdale airport correct?? I'm assuming that FRG is the airport code.

I've been itchin' for some jet noise since I left Homestead, FL. After 8 months there for surgery, and loving all the F-16, F-15 action, coming back home to strictly commercial aircraft has left a bit of a void (Although those MD-80's come close on cloudy days)

Actually, I did get to catch some video of the 4 f/a-18's for the Flyby of the new Mets Stadium. They flew right over my building and I was on the roof.

Anyhow, time for a show. I went to Jones in 07 but missed last years F-22 Demo due to being in Florida. I'm praying for them this year but I doubt it.

And thanks to all in advance who show me a warm welcome to the forum! However, I do need to brush up on some of this Aviation "lingo" you guys speak as I'm still new to this :D

However...I always search!!

Take care__Brian

[Fly2e]

Hello Brian,
The actual airshow is over Jones Beach.
http://www.jonesbeachairshow.com/gallery.html

Many of the performers arrive and set up camp at republic Airport in Farmingdale, NY. (KFRG).
It is a great chance to take pictures of the aircraft before the show.
http://www.republicairport.net/

Republic Airport is also the home of the American Airpower Museum.
http://www.americanairpowermuseum.com/W ... Index.aspx

Dave

[Sm0otHockeySpeeD]

WOW...now I just saw the same 4 F/-18's take off at La Guardia and fly over my house and head towards the Bronx. They must be practicing their pattern for tomorrow's Yankees home opener.

OMG it's soooo much louder here in the city as opposed to Florida. I would imagine that it is because the sound has so many more things to bounce off of. Jeez I love those Hornets!

Anyone else in Queens, Bronx see/hear them??