Heavy Metal Jet Team and Naval Aviation Centennial Headline 14th Annual Great Georgia Airshow

PEACHTREE CITY, Ga., Oct. 6, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- It's a weekend filled with breathtaking feats, the roar of engines and a hushed crowd anticipating the next high speed pass. The 2011 Great Georgia Airshow returns to the skies over Peachtree City October 8-9, 2011.

Air Show Director Angie Faulise described a new high-powered line-up which will feature some of the world's top aerobatic pilots.  "We are extremely excited that the Heavy Metal Jet Team will join us for the 2011 Air Show," says Faulise.

The 2011 Great Georgia Airshow marks the first time in ten years that the festival has hosted a jet team.   "The Heavy Metal Jet Team features retired military jet pilots in a five-ship aerobatic civilian owned jet team," says Faulise. "This team is the first of its kind and has been extremely popular wherever it has performed."

Also highlighting this year's air show is a celebration of the Centennial of Naval Aviation.  Established in 1911, Naval Aviation has served a pivotal role in America's history over the last 100 years.  A U.S. Navy Legacy Flight will combine a modern F/A-18 Hornet and World War II-era F4U Corsair in a stirring tribute to America's veterans.

Selected as a Top 20 Event in 2009 by the Southeastern Tourism Society, the Great Georgia Airshow is known for its dynamic displays, as well as numerous activities for families and fun-seekers of all ages

The 2011 show includes military aircraft demonstration teams, electrifying aerobatics, precision sky diving, a thundering jet truck and a host of vintage aircraft.  Kids Port play ground, Military History Timeline encampment and vendors will be on hand throughout the weekend. For the young at heart, rides in the Dixie Wing's growing fleet of vintage aircraft are available for purchase.  Other additions include family-friendly VIP seating underneath a tent and close-up parking.

Thousands of spectators are expected to attend the Great Georgia Airshow, which will be the only air show in the Atlanta area this fall.  Air Show fans looking for tickets can visit the show's website at www.thegreatgeorgiaairshow.com.  Active duty military in uniform and kids under 5 admitted free.

The Great Georgia Airshow Media Day will be held on Friday, October 7, 2011, starting at 10 a.m.

THE GREAT GEORGIA AIRSHOW (GGAS) is produced by The Great Georgia Airshow, Inc. a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation governed by a Board of Directors that include representatives from the Commemorative Air Force, Dixie Wing, the Kiwanis Club of Peachtree City, the Peachtree City Airport Authority, and members from the community. Local non-profit groups, scouting, and school groups generate funds for their organizations by purchasing food items from the Air Show and then retailing those items in food booths to our patrons. GGAS endeavors to maximize the benefits of the Air Show to the local community. The GGAS is a grassroots event using more than 250 volunteers during the two-day show.

SOURCE Commemorative Air Force Dixie Wing