Wing to host first air show since 2001

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  • By Master Sgt. Angelita Colon-Francia and Erin Tindell
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DOBBINS AIR RESERVE BASE, Ga. --  What's significant about the number 162,000? 

That's how many pounds of thrust six F-16 Fighting Falcons produce. It may also represent the number of goose bumps visitors will have when they fly over their heads at several hundred miles per hour during the Wings Over Marietta Air Show Oct. 18-19. 

The 94th Airlift Wing has teamed up with the Georgia Air Force Association to host the first air show hosted by Air Force reservists at Dobbins since 2001. The featured act will be the renowned USAF Thunderbirds flying their tandem of F-16's. 

The Thunderbirds "use a mix of precision formation and solo routines that demonstrate the great capabilities of Air Force pilots and the F-16 Fighting Falcon," said Major Robert
'Flash' Light, air show director of operations. 

Other acts include an F-15E Strike Eagle demo, the USAF Academy Wings of Blue Parachute Team, the Air Force Reserve Jet Car and various civilian aerobatic acts such as Red Eagle Air Sports and Jill "Raggz" Long. A special demo will be performed by the F-22 Raptor demo team. 

"Military air power will be the focus of the 2008 air show," said Maj. Terence Green, air show director. "Where can you come see a large variety of premiere U.S. military and civilian aircraft including the astonishing F-22 Raptor, built right here in Marietta, that will demonstrate it's fascinating next generation fighter capabilities?" 

There will be dozens of aircraft static displays, simulators and fun activities for people of all ages. Food, water, soft drinks, and souvenirs will be available for sale throughout the
flight line. 

Lockheed Martin's main gate and parking lots will open at 8:30 a.m. while entry to the show area starts at 10 a.m. 

For up-to-date information about the show, including performers, displays, directions and prohibited items visit, http://www.dobbins.schultzairshows.com/index.html or call the air show hotline at678-655-2333.