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Breitling Huntington Beach Airshow Takes to the Skies Oct. 21 - 23
Breitling Huntington Beach Airshow:
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What:
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The inaugural Breitling
Huntington Beach Airshow, the West Coast's only beachfront
airshow, takes to the skies Oct. 21 - 23 over one of Southern
California's most popular beaches. Jaw-dropping jet stunts by the
U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, the Breitling Jet Team and other
performers can be viewed on the 2-mile stretch of beach from the
Huntington Beach Pier to Magnolia Street. This free community
event features interactive exhibits from NASA, Boeing and Ford (News - Alert)
with more than a mile of souvenir and specialty item shopping,
including an official airshow shirt. Dozens of premium food
options will provide an enjoyable culinary experience for
attendees. Proceeds from the Airshow will benefit the newly formed Aerospace
Education Foundation that will empower youth to achieve career
goals in aviation and aerospace.
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Who:
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The HB Airshow is being headlined by the Air Force Thunderbirds and
the Breitling Jet Team that is completing a two-year North American
tour with this performance. Other Airshow performers include
National Aerobatic Champion Michael Goulian, an F-18 Super Hornet
TAC Demonstration, Jack Link's Screamin' Sasquatch, Red Bull World
Champion Kirby Chambliss, Lyon Air Museum's C-47 Dakota, U.S. Coast
Guard Search and Rescue demonstration, a FedEx flyover of a Boeing (News - Alert)
757, esteemed aerobatic performers Bill Stein and Breitling's David
Martin.
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When:
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Thursday, Oct. 20 - Air Force Thunderbirds complete sight survey of
the Huntington Beach performance area. They will be flying from
approx. 12:50pm - 1:30pm over the ocean.
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Friday, Oct. 21 - Practice day begins at noon with performances
until 4pm.
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Saturday, Oct. 22 - Sunday, Oct 23 - Airshow from noon - 4pm
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Upgraded seating/VIP areas open at 9am
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Where:
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Attendees can watch the free airshow on the beach between the
Huntington Beach Pier and Magnolia St. The best viewing area will be
Beach Blvd. and Pacific Coast Highway.
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Airshow Parking Details:
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Locals are encouraged to bike or walk to the beach. Public buses
will be running and there will be a ride-sharing drop off/pick up
location at Beach Blvd. and Pacific Coast Highway. Lyft is
offering a discount
code for first-time users. Off site busing provided by Go
Ground.
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Interview/media flight opportunities:
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Thursday, Oct. 20 - 10am - Pilot interviews and aircraft preview
Signature
Flight Services, 3333 E. Spring St., Long Beach (Long Beach
Airport)
Advance credentials needed. Please call
(714)328-3273 for flight opportunities.
During show - media
tent will be at Show Center/Beach Blvd. and Pacific Coast Highway.
Please bring credentials. Call for more information.
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Links/tags - http://www.hbairshow.com/,
@hbairshow, #hbairshow, https://www.facebook.com/hbairshow/
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