THE SKY'S THE LIMIT : PLANELY SPEAKING, VAN NUYS AIRPORT AVIATION EXPO OFFERS HIGH-FLYING FAMILY FUN FOR FREE WHAT'S IN THE AIR UP THERE?Byline: Kevin Ainsfeld Daily News Staff Writer More than 250,000 people are expected to see some of the world's most advanced and oldest aircraft at the Van Nuys Airport Van Nuys Airport (IATA: VNY, ICAO: KVNY, FAA LID: VNY) is a public airport located in Van Nuys, California in the San Fernando Valley, within the Los Angeles city limits. Aviation Expo '96. Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, the expo will feature more than 50 military, vintage and business aircraft. The pedestrian entrance to the Aviation Expo '96 is located at 8030 Balboa Blvd., Van Nuys. For information about the expo, call (818) 785-8838. Schedule of events: Saturday: 10 a.m. Opening ceremonies, national anthem, flag salute, F-16 Falcon formation flyover, welcoming remarks by airport manager Ronald J. Kochevar. The expo's grand marshal Grand Marshal is a ceremonial, military, or political office of very high rank. The term has its origins with the word "Marshal" with the first usage of the term "Grand Marshal" as a ceremonial title for certain religious orders. , Los Angeles Los Angeles (lôs ăn`jələs, lŏs, ăn`jəlēz'), city (1990 pop. 3,485,398), seat of Los Angeles co., S Calif.; inc. 1850. City Councilman Joel Wachs Joel Wachs served for several terms as Los Angeles City Councilman for the 2nd district. He was first elected by defeating incumbent James B. Potter. While in office, Wachs chaired the Public Works Committee and vice-chair of the Environmental Quality & Waste Management , will join actor Taran Noah Smith Taran Noah Smith (b. April 8 1984, San Francisco, California) is an American actor. He is most notably known for his portrayal of Marcus "Mark" Jason Taylor on the sitcom Home Improvement. of ``Home Improvement'' in giving out recognition awards to the Experimental Aircraft Association. 11 a.m. Flyover by the Condor squadron in vintage World War II AT-6 Texans. Misty Blues all-women skydiving skydiving Sport of jumping from an airplane at a moderate altitude (e.g., 6,000 ft [1,800 m]) and executing various body maneuvers before pulling the rip cord of a parachute. Competitive events include jumping for style, landing with accuracy, and performing in teams (e.g. team will perform a variety of air stunts. Apache Helicopter demonstration. Pilatus Turbo Porter demonstration. Los Angeles Fire Department The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD), also known as the Los Angeles City Fire Department to distinguish it from the Los Angeles County Fire Department. It is the agency that provides fire protection and emergency medical services for the city of Los Angeles. hoist-rescue and water-drop demonstration. 2:20 p.m. Flyover by the B-2 Stealth Bomber. 3 p.m. A aerial demonstration by the Air Force Academy Wings of Blue skydiving team. Radio-controlled model airplane show. Sunday 11 a.m. Flyover by Condor Squadron AT-6 Texans. Misty Blues all-women skydiving team. Apache Helicopter demonstration. Pilatus Turbo Porter demonstration. LAFD LAFD Los Angeles Fire Department LAFD Los Alamos Fire Department LAFD London Association of Funeral Directors (UK) hoist-rescue and water-drop demonstration. 3 p.m. Air Force Academy Wings of Blue skydiving team. Radio-controlled model airplane show. CAPTION(S): 8 Photos, Map Photo: (1--Cover--color) Fascination with flight (2 -4) A variety of modern military aircraft -- including an F-15, top, an F-117A Stealth fighter, center, and an F-16, above -- will be on display this weekend. (5) With the theme ``Fascination With Flight,'' this year's expo hopes to inspire budding pilots. (6) An Air Force KC-10 air refueling tanker is a familiar sight at the annual expo. (7) The expo is a favored destination for families as well as aviation buffs seeking something a bit different. (8) Vintage World War II AT-6's are set to fly in formation over this weekend's crowd. Map: VAN NUYS AIRPORT |
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