WeekendSaturday, November 7
The Florida International Air Show takes off at Punta Gorda Airport today and Sunday
The 5AM North Port team
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. both days, and the show starts at noon with aerobatics, parachute jumps and static aircraft displays.
- In the lineup: MiG-17, TA-4J Skyhawk, Red Bull athlete Kevin Coleman
- Also flying: Aarron Deliu, Franklin's Flying Circus, Chuters Jump Team
- Not coming: Air Force F-35A team, after a military scheduling change
- Weather: rain or shine
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
Veteran parachuters will jump in conjunction with the national anthem, and a giant Navy plane, the Warbird, is among the static displays you can see up close.
Gates open at 9 a.m. and the flying follows
| What | Time, Sat. and Sun. |
|---|---|
| Gates open | 9 a.m. |
| Opening ceremonies | 11:30 a.m. |
| Show starts | Noon |
Sources: Gulf Coast News and Weather, WINK News
Expect heavy traffic around Punta Gorda Airport, so we suggest arriving early. Tickets, parking information and full schedules are on the show's official website.
Sources: Gulf Coast News and Weather, WINK News