March 12, 2016
The flying part didn’t get going until 1:00pm, so we walked around and took some photos of the static aircraft (that’s a technical term for sitting on the ground). Aircraft from WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam and our current conflicts were featured. Everything from an early 1900’s tri-plane, a Korean era Mig 15, the P-51 Mustang all the way up to today’s state of the art F-16 including a Blue Angels F/A-18 Hornet.
The show began with about a dozen area recruits taking the Oath of Allegiance to join the U.S. Air Force. It was quite a moment for them.
The weather did cooperate for the most part. At times it was hot and sunny, but there was ample cloud cover so nobody got really red. Most people, including me were seen using sun screen, very good idea.
As the show progressed the MC informed the crowd on the type of aircraft we were viewing as well as the background of the pilots putting them through their maneuvers. The last part of the show was very moving. It was a tribute to the men and machines past and present and had a P-51 Mustang flying in formation with an F-16 fighter. Of course the P-51 flew at full speed and the F-16 had to slow down (a lot). They made several passes over the crowd who showed their appreciation.
After the show we left for one of the greatest spots in Florida for seafood… Dixie Crossroads also in Titusville. Starting off with the best corn fritters to be found anywhere, followed by some shrimp, salmon or my favorite, Rock Shrimp.
All-in-all it was another great drive-out and a good time was had by all.
Keep the Vettes Rollin’
Chuck Powers
