The thunder of V-8 engines and the steady thrum of propellers will greet the ears of those attending the 3rd Annual Father‘s Day Air Show this Sunday at Vernon Regional Airport. The event promises to be a perfect father‘s day activity as pilots will
demonstrate the abilities of their crafts and car enthusiasts will demonstrate what some elbow grease and polish can do to an old automobile. “It always gets bigger and better,” said Grahame Go, airport manager, “It‘s grown every year.” Go said the air show was originally planned to allow residents a closer look into the world of aviation. “It‘s a good opportunity to let the community come ’airside‘ and get a really good look at their own airport.” Organizers have promised a multitude of demonstrations, with the highlight being a race between Pete Herzig‘s U.S. Navy T-28 airplane and Mayor Wayne Lippert‘s 1969 Mustang. The T-28 was used as a trainer by the U.S. Navy and its 1,425 horsepower engine is capable of pushing the plane past 380 mile per hour. Although it may seem like
a mismatch on paper, Go isn‘t placing any bets. “I‘ve heard the mayor‘s car is so fast he starts it in second gear,” said Go. There will be many planes on display as members of flying clubs from all over B.C. will land at the airport to showcase their unique machines. One of the oddities on display will be a 1919 Sopwith Midget, which features three 10-foot wings in a stacked formation. There are only four of the planes left in existence. Also attending will be the Vernon Corvette club as well as the British Car Club. A “best-in-show” prize will be awarded to the top car and plane on display and will be voted on by the public. “It‘s designed as a Father‘s Day event,” said Go, “people who like airplanes usually like cars too.” Another highlight will be the tight formation flying by the Fraser Blues, a civilian demonstration group comprised of ex-military pilots and led by the former commander of the Snowbirds, retired Col. George Miller. Helicopter and hot air balloon rides will be available but are not free. Admission is $5 and children under five are free. The show goes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The thunder of V-8 engines and the steady thrum of propellers will greet the ears of those attending the 3rd Annual Father‘s Day Air Show this Sunday at Vernon Regional Airport. The event promises to be a perfect father‘s day activity as pilots will 
demonstrate the abilities of their crafts and car enthusiasts will demonstrate what some elbow grease and polish can do to an old automobile. “It always gets bigger and better,” said Grahame Go, airport manager, “It‘s grown every year.” Go said the air show was originally planned to allow residents a closer look into the world of aviation. “It‘s a good opportunity to let the community come ’airside‘ and get a really good look at their own airport.” Organizers have promised a multitude of demonstrations, with the highlight being a race between Pete Herzig‘s U.S. Navy T-28 airplane and Mayor Wayne Lippert‘s 1969 Mustang. The T-28 was used as a trainer by the U.S. Navy and its 1,425 horsepower engine is capable of pushing the plane past 380 mile per hour. Although it may seem like 
a mismatch on paper, Go isn‘t placing any bets. “I‘ve heard the mayor‘s car is so fast he starts it in second gear,” said Go. There will be many planes on display as members of flying clubs from all over B.C. will land at the airport to showcase their unique machines. One of the oddities on display will be a 1919 Sopwith Midget, which features three 10-foot wings in a stacked formation. There are only four of the planes left in existence. Also attending will be the Vernon Corvette club as well as the British Car Club. A “best-in-show” prize will be awarded to the top car and plane on display and will be voted on by the public. “It‘s designed as a Father‘s Day event,” said Go, “people who like airplanes usually like cars too.” Another highlight will be the tight formation flying by the Fraser Blues, a civilian demonstration group comprised of ex-military pilots and led by the former commander of the Snowbirds, retired Col. George Miller. Helicopter and hot air balloon rides will be available but are not free. Admission is $5 and children under five are free. The show goes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
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