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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: 469175

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: 469175

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: 469175

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: 469175

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: 469175

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: 469175

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: 469175

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: 469175

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: 469175

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

Well, first good Abby Airshow promotion just occurred: 2xCF-18s did a couple of low passes over English Bay.
by Frenetic Enigma
Sat Aug 05, 2017 8:50 pm
Forum: 2017 Airshows/Fly-Ins/Exercises/Events - Discussion and Photos
Topic: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow
Replies: 353
Views: 469175

Re: 2017 Abbotsford International Airshow

Still no NORAD Demo which is a bit worrisome. [/quote] Was thinking the same thing - it would seem unlikely that they wouldn't have what sounds like a large demo already on the schedule. But wait and see I guess. As for the F-35s, the RNLAF ones are statics, and I would guess there'll be a USAF one ...