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Greenwood Lake air show brings excitement, honors vets

| 29 Sep 2011 | 04:09

    West Milford — They were built by the thousands and helped win back the skies of World War II, and yet relatively few exist today, but at Greenwood Lake Airport on Sept. 26-27, a handful will take to the air with engines thundering during an air show honoring all those who served, both then and now. The air show in West Milford will feature two vintage B-25 Mitchell medium bombers, F4U Corsair fighter, TBM Avenger Navy torpedo bomber, C-47 transport in D-Day markings and a German Stuka dive bomber, as well as acrobatic aviation acts that will stun and excite both young and old. Come mingle with World War II reenactors whose campsites will bring the war years to life in a way that can’t be found in history books or fading documentaries. Special guests include members of the legendary Tuskegee Airmen, African American aviators from World War II who helped break the race barrier during the war when the nation’s armed forces were segregated. The group, flying P-51 Mustang fighters from Italy, successfully escorted formations of American bombers deep into Germany and never lost an aircraft under their protection to enemy fighter action. The group was a favorite of Eleanor Roosevelt who proved to be their key mentor and benefactor. There will also be many top-flight air show performers, most notably Rob Holland, a three-time member of the United States Advanced Aerobatic Team. He was the top-placing American at the 2004, 2006 and 2008 Advanced World Aerobatic Championships (AWAC). Daily admission to the airshow is $13 for adults, $7 for children and $10 for senior citizens. Children under age 5 are admitted free of charge. Presale admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $5 for children. Parking is ample and free of charge and food vendors will be on hand for your dining pleasure. Greenwood Lake Airport is located at 126 Airport Road in West Milford. For more information on the air show and airport, please visit the Web site at www.Greenwoodlakeairport.com or call 973-728-7721.