Editorial: California Airshow

This week, we want to share some good news: KSBW and Central Coast ABC will now be the exclusive English-speaking television sponsors for this fall’s California International Airshow in Salinas.

It’s no secret that the Salinas airshow here has had a few tough years. Last year was especially difficult with the federal government sequestration resulting in an absence of any military flight team. With attendance way down, there were even whispers that perhaps last year’s show would be the last. No airshow here? That would be a terrible blow to the Central Coast! Way back in 1981, Jim Gattis and a fearless committee worked hard with the city and other stakeholders to create the Salinas airshow. Ticket proceeds have now raised more than $8 million for local charities.

This year the California International Airshow Salinas will be on Saturday and Sunday, September 27th and 28th. As we get to September, you’ll see promotional spots all over KSBW, Central Coast ABC, and on KSBW.com reminding you of the show. But tickets are on sale now, and they’re offered at a significant discount versus buying them at the gate on the day of the event.

The United States Air Force Thunderbirds will headline both days, the Central Coast’s own National Aviation Hall of Fame pilot Sean D. Tucker will be in the air, and he’ll be joined by several other world class daredevil stunt pilots.

Plus, just back from national exposure with an appearance on the Ellen Show, Watsonville’s own Rosalee Ramer will be tearing it up on the ground in her custom Monster Truck. And as he has for the last 32 years, KSBW’s own Jim Vanderzwaan will be there, live, on the mic and calling all the action. But the airshow can only be a success, if you come and join us. Our KSBW Editorial Board cannot think of a more fun and exciting way to spend a day and have such a positive impact on local charities!

Source: http://www.ksbw.com