Wings of Blue were accompanied by the Air Force Academy marching band, which I didn't expect. They were a treat. The Cargo Heritage Flight is always a treat, but the C-17 really kept it's distance today. I can imagine formation flying a plane that size is challenging, but I would've liked to see the...

I caught the thunderbirds from the top of the airport parking lot before my flight out. Looked like #4 had an issue fairly early. They did some of the 4 ships as a 3ship and they had 5 or 6 fill in for some of the others. Made for a bit of a weird show, but safety first and any flying is good flyin...

I is here; security was a breeze. Camera bag was not a problem. For some reason, the F-35's are parked with the exhaust aimed at the crowd. Hope people don't crowd around when they start. One TB is hangared. Only 5 jets currently in the lineup. We'll see if they tow a two seater over before showtime...

According to flightaware, it looks like the C-47 is "7H" from the Liberty Foundation and not "Luck of the Irish"

Weather looks a bit better for tomorrow. About to drive down. Can't wait!

n33d4sp33d_85 wrote: ↑Thu Apr 18, 2024 2:39 pm Screenshot 2024-04-18 103836.png

Thanks for the update. The F-35B and P-51 formation flight will be interesting. Hope the rain holds off.

Yeah, the forecast doesn't look great either day. I'll be going Saturday for sure, but I'm not expecting a full show.

I finally caved and bought an AX53, so, if nothing else, this show will serve as a learning curve for using it.

Flightline Uk wrote: ↑Sun Apr 14, 2024 8:25 pm USAF F-15E and Romanian AF F-16 due for static(?) display

According to this article, they will be flying
https://www.europeanairshows.co.uk/news ... ng-falcons

Doc will be giving rides the Wednesday and Thursday before and the Monday after the show if anyone is in the area.

https://www.b29doc.com/event/charlestonrides/

n33d4sp33d_85 wrote: ↑Fri Apr 05, 2024 4:07 pm Here's the map layout for this year's show.

https://airshowcharleston.com/?da_image=483

This show always has great statics. The AC-130 returns; I got to go in the one they had in 2022. The Storch is a really cool addition. I don’t think I’ve ever seen one before.

Parking Pass policy was updated. Once again, they are going with the strategy of only allowing one pass per order, meaning they want people to pick either Saturday Sunday to attend. Additionally, it appears the Red/Blue parking lots are no longer a thing. Honestly, I'm not sure what the benefit of t...