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Dayton Air Show News: Photo fans offered upgrade
Check out this press release with some good news for photographers.
New Photo Enthusiast Ticket Program at the Vectren Dayton Air Show Presented by Kroger
The Raptor is coming! And a select number of photo enthusiasts are going to get a great vantage point to shoot photos of the most advanced aircraft in the world along with all of the other attractions at the 2008 Vectren Dayton Air Show Presented by Kroger.
The Vectren Dayton Air Show has created two new special ticket classifications targeted to photography buffs. The 2008 show, which takes to the skies July 19th and 20th at the Dayton International Airport, will feature the amazing U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor together with National Aviation Hall of Fame inductee, Sean D. Tucker; the Starfighters F-104 Jet Demonstration Team; the Aeroshell Aerobatic Team; West Chester native, Lt. Page Felini, flying the first female-piloted demonstration of the US Navy F-18 Super Hornet, and other top performers will make this a dynamic and unique show.
The all-new Photo Tour Pass will allow amateur photographers to get exclusive access to air show displays before the show gates open. Photographers should be able to get better photos of displays and selected performer aircraft without the large crowds typical during air show regular hours. Additionally, Photo Pit Passes will be available for purchase for the show by anyone purchasing a Photo Tour Pass and will allow exclusive access on the flightline during the show. The Vectren Dayton Air Show will be offering a limited number of photo tours and photo pit passes to non-media guests.
The Photo Tour will be offered both days of the show and will take place from 7:00 AM until 9:00 AM. Guests will receive a media parking pass and will be escorted by air show personnel.
There are a limited number of Photo Tour Passes available and there will be no rain checks or refunds. The cost of the Photo Tour Pass is $50 per day or $80 for the weekend. Photo Pit Pass Add-ons will be available for purchase only to those guests who purchase the Photo Tour Pass. The Photo Pit is an exclusive photography area on the flight line during the show. In addition to the prime viewing location, Photo Pit Pass holders will also receive complimentary water and $8 in food vouchers for use in the public concession area.
The Photo Pit Pass area will be open only to credentialed Pit Pass holders and will not be open to family or additional guests. There are a limited number of Photo Pit Passes available for both days and there will be no refund or re-issue of passes. The cost for the Photo Pit Add-on is $25 per day or $40 for the weekend.
“We’ve been overwhelmed by the positive response we’ve received from area photography enthusiasts about these new ticket options,” said Brenda Kerfoot, General Manager of the Vectren Dayton Air Show. “These programs have been very popular at other air shows around the country and we are pleased to be able to offer this experience to our wonderful Air Show fans.”
With an amazing show lineup, fans should have no trouble finding lots of visually appealing scenes to photograph. Fans will however need to act quickly if they want to purchase a Photo Tour Pass or Photo Pit Add-on because those ticket options must be purchased by Friday, July 11. Photo Tour Passes and Photo Pit Add-ons are only available at www.daytonairshow.com.
Recognized media organizations may apply for media credentials through the show Web site by July 3.
The Vectren Dayton Air Show presented by Kroger previously announced that ticket prices will remain the same in 2008. Discount tickets are conveniently available exclusively at Kroger stores. The value-priced Family 4 Pack providing a 40% savings will again be offered. The Pack along with General Admission tickets and the popular Pavilion and Blue Sky premium seating are now all available on the show’s website at www.daytonairshow.com. Also on sale now are chalet and Chairman’s Club premium seating packages.
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By Golf cart puke
July 7, 2008 5:34 PM | Link to this
This is a great opportunity for seriously addicted airplane photographers. … but save some pixels for the Raptor demo!By flash672
July 9, 2008 6:07 PM | Link to this
This is an excellent idea. I have already purchased my photo and pit pass for both days. Bring more than one camera and plenty of media cards and batteries.By Bearcat
July 19, 2008 8:13 PM | Link to this
Is it OK to bring Gatorade and other drinks in a cooler to the Air show?By Golf cart puke
July 22, 2008 5:59 PM | Link to this
Postscript: I talked to several people who took the photo tours and they were very happy with the program. They were able to go out to the demo ramp — an area off-limits to the public.