AirFest Performers & Static Displays
We are working on securing a fantastic showcard of performers and static displays for AirFest 2008. In addition to the show in the air, AirFest will also feature a stellar show on the ground with a wide variety of static displays and activities for kids and families to enjoy. As acts are confirmed, we will post them on this page, so be sure to check back later for an updated list.
Military Performers
- USAF Thunderbirds: Celebrating their 55th year of air show demonstrations, watch in amazement as this world-famous Thunderbirds jet team performs over Rockford.
- US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team: The Golden Knights return for their fourth visit to AirFest performing
- USAF A-10 West Demo Team
- USN F/A-18C Hornet East Demo
- USN Legacy Flight
- Warbird Heritage Foundation - T-2B
Civilian Performers
- AeroShell Aerobatic Team
- Angel 7 Aero Volochody L-39
- Joe Dooley Pitts S-2B "The Flying Irishman"
- The Firebirds Delta Flight Demo Team
- Lima Lima Aerobatic Team
- Bill Stein's Edge 540
- Speed For Hire Dodge Ram Truck & Jet Outhouse
- P-51 Mustang
- Melrose Pyrotechnics
- Rich's Incredible Pyro
Static Displays
- CV - 22 Osprey
- USAF F-16 Falcon
- USAF -38 Talon
- USAF B-52 Superfortress
- USAF E-3 Sentry
- USAF C-130 Hercules
- USN - P-3 Orion
- USN T-44 Pegasus
- USN T-45 Goshawk
- USN E-2 Hawkeye
- USN C-2 Greyhound
- USMC C-12 Huron
- OV-1 Mohawk
- KC-135 Stratotanker
- L-39 Albatross
- T-28 Trojan
- T-6 Texan
- T-33 Shooting Star
- P-51 "American Beauty"
- BAC 167 Strikemaster
- DC-3
- FedEX Airbus A-300
- Canadian Air Force C-17
- DHL DC-9
- Cessna Citation
- Southern Skyways DC-9
- Coast Guard HH-65 Dolphin Helicopter
- Civil Air Patrol GA-8
- OSF Lifeline Helicopter
- Law Enforcement Aviation Coalition Helicopter
- Experimental Aircraft Association
- Rock Valley Radio Controlled Flyers
Other Show Highlights
Budweiser Clydesdales: Coming to AirFest
In addition to a stellar show in the air, AirFest organizers are working hard to enhance this year’s “ground show” by adding exhibits and other displays including the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales. The Clydesdales’ appearance is one of 300 made annually by the five traveling hitches. Standing at 18 hands high (about 6 feet) at the shoulder when fully mature, Budweiser Clydesdales weigh approximately 2,000 pounds. A gentle temperament also is important, as hitch horses meet millions of people each year. AirFest attendees will have the opportunity to see the Clydesdales up close and watch them as they participate in AirFest’s Opening Ceremony each day. Check back later for information on the exact location of where the Clydesdales will be located during AirFest.
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Herb Hunter, Air Show Announcer
Welcome Back Herb Hunter! Announcer Herb Hunter returns to AirFest 2008 to provide "play by play" about what is going on in the air and on the ground over AirFest 2008 weekend. Herb utilizes his many years of experience as a military pilot and captain for one of the major airlines in his role as the "Voice of Rockford AirFest 2008." Herb's knowledge of flying and enthusiasm behind the microphone are just a few reasons why he is one of the top air show announcers in the country. We are thrilled to have Herb return to Rockford for a fourth year!
Note: Acts and static displays may be rescheduled or cancelled at any time without notice due to weather conditions, performer or aircraft availablilty.
