Wisconsin's EAA AirVenture 2011 Packed With Special Events, Tributes

OSHKOSH, Wis., May 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Even three months before the official opening of EAA AirVenture 2011, tremendous excitement has already been generated by some of the featured programs and attractions scheduled for "The World's Greatest Aviation Celebration."
Confirmed events for the 59th annual EAA fly-in convention, which takes place July 25-31 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, include:

• Week-long commemoration of the Centennial of Naval Aviation, featuring unique aircraft attractions, appearances, and forums. AirVenture, which has been classified a Tier 1 event by the U.S. Navy for its year-long celebration, will feature "Navy Day" on July 27.
• Themed tribute days to aviation icons Burt Rutan (July 28) and Bob Hoover (July 26), featuring aircraft and aircraft maneuvers they made famous.
• The return of the widely popular Night Air Show and Daher-Socata Fireworks & Wall of Fire on July 30, capping off a "Super Saturday" filled with activities for the entire family.
• An unmatched gathering of new innovations of electric-powered aircraft as part of eVenture, featuring the $60,000 Electric Flight Prize contestants showcased in action.

Featured entertainment this year includes three concerts: REO Speedwagon for the opening day concert on July 25, presented by Ford Motor Company; actor Gary Sinise and the "Lt. Dan Band" on July 29, presented by the EAA Warbirds of America and Disabled American Veterans; and country star Aaron Tippin on July 30, as part of Commemorative Air Force's "Red, White & Loud Tour" that will bring the world's only airworthy B-29 Superfortress, FIFI, to AirVenture as well. Those concerts are included with AirVenture admission, as are other features to be announced and the nightly Fly-In Theater presented by Ford Motor Company and supported by Hamilton Watches.
Advance purchase admission tickets at a discounted rate as well as camping for all dates are now available at www.airventure.org/tickets.

EAA AirVenture annually draws participants from more than 70 nations and in excess of 10,000 airplanes, including more than 2,500 showplanes. The event includes 700 exhibitors with the latest aviation innovations; nearly 1,000 forums, workshops and seminars covering the entire world of flight; daily afternoon air shows featuring the world's finest aerobatic performers; up-close sessions with top aviation personalities; and the gathering of aviation enthusiasts from around the globe.
Visit www.airventure.org for more information.

Disabled American Veterans Brings Message to AirPower Over Hampton Roads

Langley AFB, VA – Disabled American Veterans (DAV) brings its message of service and volunteerism in support of our nation’s combat-wounded men and women to the AirPower Over Hampton Roads at Langley Air Force Base on May 13-15.

The DAV B-25 "Panchito"  

More than sixty-five years ago, sixteen B-25 Mitchell bombers launched off an aircraft carrier to conduct the famed Doolittle Raid over Japan. The mission proved to be one of the most galvanizing events of the Second World War – establishing the B-25 as a symbol of American military strength and determination. Today, in its modern-day mission with the Disabled American Veterans Flight Team, the B-25 serves as a reminder of the sacrifices veterans make for freedom. In the company of this historic bomber, the DAV Flight Team travels to airshows throughout the country increasing public awareness of disabled veterans and providing information about DAV programs and benefits.

“The DAV is thrilled to bring our message of volunteerism and support to our nation’s sick and disabled veterans to this air show. We believe the men, women and children who will visit this air show are the patriotic, military-friendly citizens that have helped make this nation so great,” said DAV National Commander Wallace Tyson. “The DAV is proud to be among this crowd, and meet those who want to know more about our service to veterans.”

Disabled American Veterans, representing more than 1.2 million disabled veterans, is a non-profit organization founded in 1920 and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1932. It is dedicated to one, single purpose: building better lives for our nation’s disabled veterans and their families.

For more information about Disabled American Veterans go to www.dav.org or follow the DAV Flight Team at www.facebook.com/davflightteam.

Disabled American Veterans takes to the Skies Over New Orleans

The DAV Flight Team had the pleasure of flying WWL TV reporter, Bill Capo, in the B-25 Special Delivery while we were in town for the N'awlins Air Show this weekend. Special thanks to Bill for helping us share our message of support of veterans and their families in the Greater New Orleans area.

Disabled American Veterans Brings Message to The N’awlins Air Show

New Orleans, LA – Disabled American Veterans (DAV) brings its message of service and volunteerism in support of our nation’s combat-wounded men and women to the N’awlins Air Show on May 7-8, 2011.

Honored B-25 Veterans leave their signature on the DAV B-25

More than sixty-five years ago, sixteen B-25 Mitchell bombers launched off an aircraft carrier to conduct the famed Doolittle Raid over Japan. The mission proved to be one of the most galvanizing events of the Second World War – establishing the B-25 as a symbol of American military strength and determination. Today, in its modern-day mission with the Disabled American Veterans Flight Team, the B-25 serves as a reminder of the sacrifices veterans make for freedom. In the company of this historic bomber, the DAV Flight Team travels to airshows throughout the country increasing public awareness of disabled veterans and providing information about DAV programs and benefits.

“The DAV is thrilled to bring our message of volunteerism and support to our nation’s sick and disabled veterans to this air show. We believe the men, women and children who will visit this air show are the patriotic, military-friendly citizens that have helped make this nation so great,” said DAV National Commander Wallace Tyson. “The DAV is proud to be among this crowd, and meet those who want to know more about our service to veterans.”

Disabled American Veterans, representing more than 1.2 million disabled veterans, is a non-profit organization founded in 1920 and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1932. It is dedicated to one, single purpose: building better lives for our nation’s disabled veterans and their families.

For more information about Disabled American Veterans go to www.dav.org or follow the DAV Flight Team at www.facebook.com/davflightteam.