Latest news with #CenterPointEnergyDaytonAirShow
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
High flying acts announced for 2025 Dayton Air Show
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show announced some of the exciting acts fans can expect at this year's show. In just over a month, the Dayton Air Show returns to the Dayton International Airport. On Wednesday, organizers shared some of the high-flying performances set to arrive June 21-22. GALLERY: Dayton Air Show 2024 The U.S. Thunderbirds will return to the Gem City to headline this year's show. Other acts include the Red Bull Air Force, the U.S. Army Golden Knights and the Fighter Jets Demo Team. Organizers are excited to show a variety of different acts to fans this summer. 'We're really fortunate with the show, a lot of different acts want to come and be in our show,' said Kevin Frankin, Dayton Air Show executive director. 'It's huge for us, for Dayton, Ohio, the birthplace of aviation. We're very proud of that and we want to continue that tradition.' Click here to learn more and buy tickets. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Acts announced for 51st CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show
The CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show is just 45 days away, and this year's list of acts has officially been announced. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] News Center 7's Xavier Hershovitz took a look at what you can expect to see up in the air and on the ground during the show's 51st year. Catch his report on News Center 7 at 5:30 p.m. TRENDING STORIES: The countdown is on, the CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show is now just weeks away, and there will be a lot of things for people to see and experience. 'There is pressure with that, and that's what we strive to keep doing each year, a little bit more, a little bit better,' Kevin Franklin, the Executive Director of the Dayton Air Show, said. They've been working since last year's 50th Anniversary show wrapped to make sure this year's show tops last year. We will update this story. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Air show to reinforce ticketing system proven to help fans get seated quicker
Fans of the CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show will spend less time worrying about parking and more time enjoying the show, thanks to the ticketing system they're implementing again this year. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] News Center 7's John Bedell spoke with the air show director about how to get a ticket and park at the event. Hear what air show crowds can expect LIVE on News Center 7 at 5:00. TRENDING STORIES: Popular seasonal ice cream shop not reopening for 2025 season 17-year-old killed in reported shooting 'First investigation of its kind;' Police raid alleged unlicensed dispensary Air show fans were able to get to their seats sooner last year because of a change made in ticketing. At last year's air show, all tickets included the cost of parking. Air show officials confirmed they'll be using the same system as this year. This means no more parking passes, no more stopping in line to pay at the lots for parking, and more time spent on the air show grounds. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Goodyear Blimp will celebrate 100 years of flight at local air show
Crowds at the CenterPoint Energy Dayton Air Show will see a familiar logo coast through the sky as the Goodyear Blimp celebrates 100 years since its first flight. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] News Center 7's Nick Foley spoke with the blimp's chief pilot about his plans to wow the airshow audience. Hear more about the history of the blimp and its capabilities LIVE on News Center 7 at 5:30. TRENDING STORIES: Woman accused of attacking 11-year-old at public park, slamming head into slide Officers searching for 2 kids accused of robbing Riverside gas station Vape shop closed after owner arrested, accused of selling tobacco to children Goodyear Blimp Chief Pilot Michael Dougherty said bringing the blimp to the air show in Dayton marks a major milestone in the company's history. 'We're excited to have all the airships working for us this year to really get out there and celebrate the 100 years of an airship. Because 100 years of a company is a pretty big deal, and for us to have a company within a company celebrating its own 100 years is really cool,' Dougherty said. Goodyear introduced the first 'helium-filled non-rigid airship' in 1925. Introduced as the 'Pilgrim,' the blimp traveled 95,000 miles and started the Goodyear Blimp program, according to a Goodyear spokesperson on their website. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
