Wow, that went sideways real quick. And you wonder why Abbotsford airshow followers have a reputation of being whiners.
It does seem odd that the website has very little information about the event. Hopefully it is as good as ladt year.

A little over 2 weeks away, does anyone know what planes are coming? It is going to be tough to follow up after last years lineup. Hoping for a good turnout and some nice weather like last year.

No, you don't have to sit in the photopit. I believe next year the pit will be wider and bigger with a small grandstand so everyone will be more spread out and it will be a bit farther west so there arent any tents on either side. You also get a tour of the hotside and get into the static side befor...

The Rhino demo is dependant on how busy they are training pilots. Apparently there is a shortage of naval aviators and VF-122 is being kept busy with their day jobs. Great to see Aeroshell back, lots of smoke and noise!! It's actually more of an issue of airworthy aircraft than a shortage of pilots...

The Rhino demo is dependant on how busy they are training pilots. Apparently there is a shortage of naval aviators and VF-122 is being kept busy with their day jobs.
Great to see Aeroshell back, lots of smoke and noise!!

I may save over related a bit but I don't see the need to spread any rumours. It doesn't serve any purpose, the facts will be released in due time. Anyone that it concerns will be notified first then the general public will be informed. On a side note, I found it quite shocking how many people were ...

AirshowHawk wrote: ↑Sun Aug 12, 2018 4:16 am

101voodoo wrote: ↑Sun Aug 12, 2018 4:13 am Why on earth would you put a rumour like that on here. Totally ignorant and irresponsible.

Woah.

I'm more than certain that he meant no ill intentions when mentioning what he overheard. Seriously?

This comment is definitely not needed.

No speculation on such a serious injury is not needed

Regarding the incident involving the Dragon Rapide I caught the last moments of the incident. There were some pretty strong crosswinds when the incident happened so I believe that was the issue. I was with my brother when I heard him gasp and when I turned to look all I saw was the aircraft nearly ...

Hope everyone is ok

CL 215 confirmed for static (although they are showing a CL 415) replacing the HC 144 which has cancelled because of operational duties.