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[Liza]

California Capital Air Show 2012
Sacramento Mather Airport
Sacramento
California
United States
» 09/08/12 - 09/09/12
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AirSupport LLC
Eddie Andreini
Kent Pietsch Airshows
Rob Reider - Announcer
Smoke -N- Thunder Jet Shows
Team Oracle - Sean D Tucker
Tim Weber Airshows
USAF Heritage Flight
USAF Thunderbirds

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[skyeness]

I don't see anything on their web site about the Photo Tour.  Are they not doing one this year???

Rick

[Keith Breazeal]

Photo tour is a go:  http://www.californiacapitalairshow.com/event-information/photo-tour
I am in.  Should be interesting.  
Photo tour is Thursday thru Sunday.(no Monday)
Normally the Thunderbirds would be a bit concerned about people in the middle of the "box", but we'll have to wait and see what the final decision is.  Don't forget hearing protection, sunscreen, a shade hat, and a wide angle lens.(there's a story about that)
If I bring my "shaded" chair, please let me use it for at least an hour this year.   

[Liza]

Since some of our members fly...

Come Fly-In to Sacramento

The California Capital Airshow has something NEW to offer this year and pilots are excited! For the very first time, a limited number of general aviation pilots will have access to Fly-In privileges during non-waivered airspace for the day or for the weekend – the 2012 CCA Inaugural Fly-In!

The first 100 pilots to register will be approved for access. What do you need to do to be included?

•    Complete the PPR form found on the Fly-In page of CCA website
•    Purchase your admission ticket, and upon approval you will be notified of arrival procedures and frequencies.
•    Book accommodations if you wish to stay overnight (tickets included in hotel packages)

Approval will be first come first serve. There is no landing fee during the show weekend; simply purchase a ticket like any other airshow attendee, you will then be greeted upon arrival, parked in a secure area near (but outside) the display ramp, and escorted inside the gates. Pilot access to and from your aircraft is permitted with an authorized Fly-In team member/escort only.

Approved 2012 CCA Inaugural Fly-In pilots will also receive credentials that not only allow them access to the Airshow, but admission to a prime viewing tent for Fly-In guests only – located near Airshow Center and convenient concessions. The ‘Shell Pavilion’ tent is a gift to pilots from our partners at McClellan Jet Services – a Shell Aviation FBO, Ramos Oil, and AeroShell Lubricants.
Don’t miss the show - register today!

Details, form, ticket information and hotel packages can be found by visiting: http://www.californiacapitalairshow.com/event-information/fly-in-information

To register, submit the information form via one of the following options:
•    Scan and email the registration form to executivedirector@californiacapitalairshow.com
•    Fax to (916) 875-7078
•    Mail to: 3745 Whitehead Street ? Mather, CA 95655
Questions?  Please call Airshow Headquarters at (916) 876-7568.

[CCAPhotoTour]

ALERT - Attention all amateur and professional photographers, we are pleased to announce a great opportunity for non-credentialed photographers, granting unprecedented access to Airshow grounds. The Airshow is pleased to offer the 2012 “Photo Tour.”

From the USAF Thunderbirds Jet Team, to state-of-the-art military aircraft, gravity-defying aerobatics, and a huge roster of aviation displays and activities, a day at the California Capital Airshow is a fantastic and memorable experience, whether you're already an avid aviation fan or want to learn how to take great aircraft photos.

Please review the details and complete our registration form today! Space is limited and filling up fast. Download the form here - http://www.californiacapitalairshow.com/event-information/photo-tour

Questions? Call Airshow Headquarters (916) 876-7568 or email 'Photo Tour Boss', Bruce Boehm at CCA.PhotoTour@ gmail.com

[jmpeal]

Any updates on performers? Pretty light this year. Website has a few performers listed. Also, no news yet on statics yet either. Thanks...

[HuggyU2]

Beale is planning to have a U-2, T-38, and MC-12 on static display. 
I expect you will see the U-2 fly at least one of the two days, and the T-38's fly both days. 

[Keith Breazeal]

Thanks Huggy

[Liza]

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[Kakabub]

Ok, so I live around the corner from Mather and I have always managed to find a decent spot outside of the base to shoot.  Last year I completely missed it.  Are there still some spots to shoot from outside on Thursday/Friday?  I guess I'm talking about the spots east on Mather.

What about getting one day of the Tour, say Saturday, is the area to shoot that much better than buying a reg ticket? 

Sorry if this is way out of line, not trying to undermine the photo tour, just looking to save a few bucks after this summer. 

[jmpeal]

I am there all day on Friday watching the arrivals come in Friday morning and the practice show. BUT, was wondering what time usually in the past, arivals came on Thursday or how many usually come in?
Was seeing if worth it to come out Thursday also. Thanks!!

Also, any list of statics floating around?

[Steve Burke]

I can't wait for CCA. I will be there Friday through Sunday! Its gonna be great.

[Keith Breazeal]

Thursday-Sunday for me.  If you see me Thursday- I'll be in Zombie mode.

[Steve Burke]

I am officiating an Air Force retirement on Thurs morning....then I am on the road to Sac. See you there

[HuggyU2]

I'll be there early tomorrow to catch the U-2 when it lands... around 1015.
And we will be flying the U-2 on both Sat and Sun... around 1325 both days, right after the T-38 formation.

It will be a great show.