2013 ACTS

The 2013 Air Show has been canceled due to the impact of Federal Government Sequestration budget cuts on Department of Defense and Aerospace Industry support of public air shows. Planning and preparation is proceeding for the 2014 Cleveland National Air Show featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. The tentative 2014 dates are August 30 - September 1 (Labor Day Weekend). For more information click here.

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USAF F-22 Raptor	USN F/A-18 Super Hornet	USA Golden Knights	Red Bull Helicopter
Skip Stewart	WingSuit Aerobatics	Melissa Pemberton	Shockwave
TinStix of Dynamite	John Klatt	Pyrotechnics	Metro Life Flight
	Aircraft on Display	Ground Attractions

First Time in Cleveland!

Cleveland fans have waiting a long time to see the full-up F-22 Raptor Demonstration highlighting the Air Force's newest fighter aircraft.

The F-22 Raptor is a combination of stealth, super cruise, maneuverability, and integrated avionics, coupled with improved supportability, represents an exponential leap in war fighting capabilities. The Raptor performs both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions allowing full realization of operational concepts vital to the 21st century Air Force. The F-22 will be flown by Major Henry "Shadow" Schantz and cannot be matched by any known or projected fighter aircraft. For more information visit: Air Combat Command

Rocks Cleveland!

Strike Fighter Squadron 106 (VFA-106) also known as the "Gladiators", serves as the Navy's East Coast TACDEMO Team and will bring the awesome power of the F/A-18 Super Hornet to Cleveland.

The U.S. Navy's F/A-18 Super Hornet is an all-weather strike fighter aircraft that performs fighter escort, fleet air defense, force projection, interdiction, and close air support. An upgrade of the F/A-18C/D Hornet, the Super Hornet is 25 percent larger and offers longer range, greater endurance, increased weapon and fuel-carrying ability along with improved survivability and the capacity for future growth. To get all the latest on the pilots, crews, schedules and more…check out their Facebook page.

Ambassadors of Excellence

The Golden Knights are an elite parachute team that serve as goodwill ambassadors for the U.S. Army. Annually the team performs more than 27,000 jumps before an estimated 14 million people.

The Golden Knights will perform multiple free-fall parachute jumps revealing aerial grace, precision and skill as they descend along the flight line or to a perfect bulls-eye landing. Don't miss this popular performance!

For more information on the U.S. Army Golden Knights and high-resolution photos click here: www.armygoldenknights.com

The U.S. Army Golden Knights jumping over Burke Lakefront Airport.

Chuck Aaron Red Bull Helicopter

Only Aerobatic Helicopter Show in North America

Making his Cleveland debut Chuck "Malibu" Aaron is the first - and only - civilian pilot ever to be licensed to perform helicopter aerobatics in the United States. In fact, he's one of only three pilots permitted to execute the dangerous maneuvers internationally.

Chuck is the first helicopter pilot to be presented with the Art Scholl Showmanship Award, an honor bestowed by the International Council of Air Shows to recognize the world's most outstanding air show performers, and has also been inducted into the prestigious Society of Experimental Test Pilots.

But the blond, mustachioed pilot isn't one to brag - or to rest on his laurels. Chuck takes to the road much of the year, piloting the one-of-a-kind Red Bull Helicopter through breathtaking air show choreography including backflips, 360-degree rolls, and a heartstopping tumble called the Chuckcilvak. "People can't believe what they're seeing, Chuck laughs. "How can a helicopter do all those crazy things?"

In February of 2013, with the help of John Travolta, he was officially recognized as a Living Legend of Aviation by the Experimental Aircraft Association. Check out this article and video...you will not believe what he can do with a helicopter!

skip stewart

Gyroscopic Aerobatics in a Custom Built Muscle Biplane!

Skip Stewart returns to Cleveland, performing fast-pace, high-energy gyroscopic aerobatics. A perfect fit for the Rock and Roll Capital of the World, his show has been described as a "hard-hitting, rock and roll blowout." In Prometheus, his custom-built muscle biplane that reaches top speeds of 197 mph, Stewart will perform snarling, flashy maneuvers, thrilling spectators as he soars through the sky.

He has won multiple gold medals in various regional aerobatic competitions and has been awarded two Pitts trophies, which recognize outstanding contribution to aerobatics. Considered by many to be the premier muscle biplane pilot in the country, Stewart's flying has been featured in many publications, including Smithsonian Air & Space, Sports Illustrated, World Air Show News, American Owners and Pilots Association, and Autopilot . More information on Skip Stewart click here.

Melissa and Rex Pemberton

World's First Wingsuit Aerobatics

Performing for the first time in Cleveland, Melissa Pemberton is an award winning aerobatic pilot, skydiver and champion rock climber who brings a high energy, action packed display of unlimited aerobatics in her Edge 540. Her spectacular performances have been dazzling audiences all over the world with barrel rolls and on the edge maneuvers that will amaze air show fans.

If that was not enough...Rex, Melissa's husband, will also get into the act. Rex will jump in his wingsuit while Melissa circles around him in the Edge 540 performing formation flying between a skydiver and an aerobatic plane. Now that is love!

Melissa is the 4 time winner of the "Pitts Trophy", was the 2004 Northwest and Southwest Intermediate Regional Aerobatic Champion, the 2006 South-Central Unlimited Regional Aerobatic Champion, as well as the youngest female ever to be a member of the US Unlimited Aerobatic Team.

Melissa strives to be a positive role model and inspiration to young people in aviation and women across the world showing them that no dream is too big and nothing is impossible! For more information and to see an amazing wingsuit aerobatic video check out: sportsgal

Shockwave Jet Truck

World's Fastest Triple Engine Jet Truck

The mighty Shockwave is back...with a whole new look! Shockwave runs over 375 mph racing airplanes at airshows; holds the world record in a quarter mile for trucks at 256 mph in just 6.36 seconds; and holds the world record for full size trucks at 376 mph as recorded by Guinness Book of World Records. At 36,000 horsepower, the ShockWave has enough power to accelerate at 3 Gs vertical, which is as much as the Space Shuttle!

Air Show fans watch in awe as the flame- tipped semi scorches the runway as it tries to outrace a speeding airplane. The roar of the turbines always brings the crowd to its feet. For more information visit Flash Fire Jet Truck.

TinStix of Dynamite

Set to Explode in Cleveland

What do you get when you team together some of the world's best demonstration pilots and a pyrotechnics program that really packs a punch? Tinstix of Dynamite!

It's the first time this innovative show will be seen in Cleveland. The act is a mix of precision aerobatics, head on sequences and tight passes, all while surrounded by smoke and balls of fire.

Together, the Tinstix of Dynamite Team will thrill air show fans with their hair-raising stunts, near misses, and of course - the EXPLOSIONS that thump your chest, open your eyes, and make you "Feel the Heat"!

John Klatt Airshows

Dynamic Precision

John Klatt Airshows brings world class power aerobatics to air shows all across America and the Air National Guard has teamed with John to bring Clevelanders a truly unique experience. There's no other pilot like John flying air shows today. Weekends he flies air shows; during the week, he's a professional pilot for a major national carrier and his third flying job is as Lieutenant Colonel John Klatt in the cockpit of an Air National Guard F-16. John's flying will excite you, inspire you and will not be soon forgotten. To check out a video of John's performance and additional information visit John Klatt Air Shows.

Mad Bomber Pyrotechnics and Wall of Fire

A Thrill You Don't Want to Miss!

Mad Bomber Airshow Special Effects will add a little KABOOM! to the 2013 Cleveland National Air Show. For more information and cool photos visit The Mad Bomber.

Danny Clisham

Voice of the Air Show

As you enjoy the air show, listen carefully for the expertise and colorful commentary of SkyTalker Danny Clisham. Danny is a veteran air show announcer who has presided over hundreds of air shows across the country. Danny also works in television and movies as an aviation stunt coordinator. Danny Clisham's home page click here: Danny Clisham

Metro Life Flight

Launched in 1982, Cleveland Metro Life Flight is an internationally recognized critical care transport service based in Northeast Ohio. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) since 1994, Metro Life Flight provides both local and international assistance utilizing helicopter, Lear jet and ground unit assets.

Metro Life Flight's four person team is comprised of two pilots and two critical care specialists including nurses and physicians. Each member of the team brings industry state-of-the art experience complemented by the high standard of training required within the Metro Life Flight family.

Metro Life Flight helicopters will perform daily flybys at this year's show along with a display. Metro Life Flight home page clicked here: Metro Health

Cleveland Aeromodeling Society

The Cleveland Aeromodeling Society showcases its radio-controlled aircraft at Burke Lakefront Airport. Watch the model versions of today's most exciting aircraft perform aerobatic maneuvers and stunts.

NASA Glenn Research Center Display

The NASA Glenn Research Center is a pioneer and innovator that has expanded horizons and opened frontiers for explorers in air and space. NASA's display focuses on its role in man's journey in flight. NASA Glenn home page click here: www.nasa.gov/centers/glenn

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