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  • Traffic routes finalized for Grissom Air and Space Expo

    Soon the skies will be filled with the thunder of jet noise as the base opens its doors for the Grissom Air and Space Expo. Planning for the Sept. 7-8 show has been a massive undertaking and as officials put the final touches in place, one of the biggest tasks is getting to the base.

  • Grissom to display A-10 at Air and Space Expo

    An A-10C Thunderbolt II is scheduled to be on display at the Grissom Air and Space Expo Sept. 7-8. The A-10 has excellent maneuverability at low air speeds and altitude, and is a highly accurate and survivable weapons-delivery platform. The aircraft can loiter near battle areas for extended periods

  • Reserved seating among perks offered for airshow attendees

    The 2019 Grissom Air and Space Expo is just under 60 days away and planners want to make sure that attendees take advantage of all the perks the event has to offer. With an estimated daily attendance of 45,000, one of the most coveted amenities will be seating to watch the flying acts.

  • Grissom locks in C-5M Super Galaxy for 2019 Air Show

    A C-5M Super Galaxy is scheduled to perform September 7-8th at the 2019 Grissom Air and Space Expo. With a wing span of 222 feet, length of 247 feet and height of 65 feet, the C-5M is a strategic transport aircraft and is one of the largest aircrafts in the Air Force’s inventory.

  • Grissom to display F-35 at Air & Space Expo

    An F-35A Lightning II is scheduled to be on display at the Grissom Air and Space Expo Sept. 7-8.The F-35A is the U.S. Air Force’s latest fifth-generation fighter.  With its aerodynamic performance and advanced integrated avionics, the F-35A will provide next-generation stealth, enhanced situational

  • The man behind the curtain: Thompson leads charge with air show planning

    For those who are looking forward to being spectators at the 2019 Grissom Air and Space Expo, Sept. 7-8 can’t come soon enough. For those who are planning what is easily one of the biggest events to come to Grissom in more than 16 years, it might seem as though the calendar is hurtling toward that

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