U.S. Army Sky Soldiers at 2007 Indianapolis Air Show
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — June 19, 2007 — For the first time ever, the U.S. Army Sky Soldiers will perform at the Indianapolis Air Show, flying four Cobra Attack helicopters in low-level precision demonstrations. An elite team of combat-veteran patriots sponsored by the U.S. Army, they are the Army’s first aerial demonstration team since 1976.
SKY SOLDIERS FACTS AND STATS:
- The U.S. Army Sky Soldiers are one of the most flight-and combat-experienced military demonstration teams in the world.
- The U.S. Army Sky Soldiers are the first military demonstration team in history tutilize veteran personnel rather than active-duty.
- Flight Hours: 68,000 military flight hours with 5,400 combat hours
- Decorations: 10 Distinguished Flying Crosses, 9 Bronze Stars and 130 Air Medals
SELECT MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:
Interviews with pilots
- Thursday, August 23 – Sunday, August 26 (locations vary)
- B-roll of demonstrations and interviews is available (by request)
Exclusive media Huey helicopter rides and Cobra helicopter tours
- Thursday, August 23 – Sunday, August 26
- Cameras may be used during ride or secured tHuey
Behind-the-scenes access before/following practice sessions
- Friday, August 24- times vary
Army Chalet viewing area
- Exclusive space located at show center; best place twatch the air show
Media Day
- Friday, August 24, 11 AM – 5:00 PM
- Huey Helicopter rides for media
- Exclusive stand-ups with pilots
- Interviews with Soldiers just returning from Iraq
Indianapolis Air Show performances
- Saturday & Sunday, August 25-26, Noon to 5 PM
Please call Alexis Black tschedule in advance and for additional details. All opportunities will be located at Mt. Comfort Airport unless otherwise noted.
Media Contact:
Alexis Black
Office: (312) 245-3592
Mobile: (312) 420-7521
E-mail: ablack@webershandwick.com
