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by Frenetic Enigma
Thu Aug 10, 2017 4:44 am
Forum: 2017 Airshows/Fly-Ins/Exercises/Events - Discussion and Photos
Topic: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow
Replies: 353
Views: 471569

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

The Russians still flew on the Sunday. Regardless, Jedi asked about weather conditions and what would happen today or tomorrow and was provided an answer. There is no need to try and make sarcastic remarks towards someone who is trying to help answer your question. The only year the show hasn't gon...
by Frenetic Enigma
Thu Aug 10, 2017 12:14 am
Forum: 2017 Airshows/Fly-Ins/Exercises/Events - Discussion and Photos
Topic: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow
Replies: 353
Views: 471569

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

Nice video of the Super Hornet arrival - not surprised that the smoke looks as bad, if not worse, than it does out here in Vancouver. Won't have too much of an effect on arrivals day tomorrow - although it may discourage passes being made before landing. Could affect practice, but I suspect it'll on...
by Frenetic Enigma
Wed Aug 09, 2017 10:50 pm
Forum: 2017 Airshows/Fly-Ins/Exercises/Events - Discussion and Photos
Topic: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow
Replies: 353
Views: 471569

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

For those of you coming out tomorrow for arrivals, there is also a mini airshow between 5-8 PM sponsored by Ronald Mcdonald House. They have been doing this since 2014. It is for sick kids, and their families. Enjoy your day out tomorrow everyone. I am looking very forward to all the F-16's. Just s...
by Frenetic Enigma
Wed Aug 09, 2017 9:23 pm
Forum: 2017 Airshows/Fly-Ins/Exercises/Events - Discussion and Photos
Topic: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow
Replies: 353
Views: 471569

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

AirshowHawk wrote: Wed Aug 09, 2017 9:06 pm 3 Super Hornets are here. 1 is looking especially nice!
Nice! Hopefully we'll see at least one of them fly tomorrow (preferably the "nice" looking one!).

I imagine you'll be located inside the fence at work; where is everyone else going to set up tomorrow?
by Frenetic Enigma
Tue Aug 08, 2017 11:25 pm
Forum: 2017 Airshows/Fly-Ins/Exercises/Events - Discussion and Photos
Topic: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow
Replies: 353
Views: 471569

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

Make that 4 F-35's now. 2 US and 2 RNLAF. Look for all 4 to arrive between 11 and 3 Thursday. Look for at least 2 super hornets Wednesday late afternoon. E6 mercury may have cancelled. They're working on filling static slots. Tough to say at this point what will show up. Canadian C-130J may be need...
by Frenetic Enigma
Tue Aug 08, 2017 8:56 pm
Forum: 2017 Airshows/Fly-Ins/Exercises/Events - Discussion and Photos
Topic: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow
Replies: 353
Views: 471569

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

I heard the same. Originally there was supposed to be 8 F-16's. 4 NORAD (OK), 2 demo (SW) and 2 static (CO) however if the NORAD is the static as well that means there is 2 USAF slot open that can be filled with what ever. At this point in time, I think you're being highly optimistic that we'll get...
by Frenetic Enigma
Tue Aug 08, 2017 7:31 pm
Forum: 2017 Airshows/Fly-Ins/Exercises/Events - Discussion and Photos
Topic: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow
Replies: 353
Views: 471569

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

According to a rare post on the Facebook page, "two pairs of F-35s" are expected. This was buried within a post about the smoke, the volunteers, and craft beer.
by Frenetic Enigma
Tue Aug 08, 2017 6:00 am
Forum: 2017 Airshows/Fly-Ins/Exercises/Events - Discussion and Photos
Topic: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow
Replies: 353
Views: 471569

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

Apologies guys, been working like a maniac last couple weeks. No pyro this year. Look for at least 1 of the Super Hornet demo team Wednesday mid afternoon. Not sure if it's just 1 of 2 or both at this point. But expect 2 practices Thursday. Snowbirds, and all 3 F-35's Thursday between 11 am til 330...
by Frenetic Enigma
Sun Aug 06, 2017 9:26 am
Forum: 2017 Airshows/Fly-Ins/Exercises/Events - Discussion and Photos
Topic: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow
Replies: 353
Views: 471569

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

I can vouch. There was also an event happening in Vancouver today if you pay attention to the Abbotsford Airshow social media pages. I know it happened as they passed over me on route to downtown but I want to see pics Unfortunately, no pics from me. I live in Kits and heard that familiar approach ...
by Frenetic Enigma
Sun Aug 06, 2017 3:26 am
Forum: 2017 Airshows/Fly-Ins/Exercises/Events - Discussion and Photos
Topic: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow
Replies: 353
Views: 471569

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

Well, first good Abby Airshow promotion just occurred: 2xCF-18s did a couple of low passes over English Bay.