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The Florida International Air Show takes off at Punta Gorda Airport today and Sunday

If you need a weekend plan, the Florida International Air Show is at Punta Gorda Airport today and Sun., Nov. 8. Gates open at 9 a.m.

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The air show brings over 30 static displays and a giant flag

Over 30
static aircraft displays
1,500 sq. ft.
is about the size of the flag parachuters will jump with
50th
year in the sky for pilot Jeff Linebaugh
1983
year the volunteer-run show's organization was founded

Sources: Gulf Coast News and Weather, WINK News

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Air show takes off in Punta Gorda; SMH breaks ground in Venice

Plus, Venice football lands the No. 8 seed in Florida's first Open Division.

The TLDR

  1. Florida International Air Show flies in Punta Gorda today and Sunday
  2. Sarasota Memorial breaks ground on $82.5 million Venice rehab pavilion
  3. Venice volleyball falls 3-2 in the Class 6A semifinal
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