lake in the sky air show
Spectators thrilled at South Lake Tahoe Air Show
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/20/2014 - 8:44pm
The skies were clear and temperatures pleasant at the 25h Annual Lake of the Sky Airshow. Last year's event was canceled due to heavy smoke from the Rim Fire, and this year's event was threatened by the King Fire. Winds kept the smoke at bay until the event was over.
The City made the event free this year and everyone seemed to enjoy that fact. There were vendors, food, music, car racing, stunt pilots and several planes to look at.
Free admission to the 25th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 09/18/2014 - 9:11pm
Air show officials have decided to drop the $10 entrance fee and offer free admission to all attendees for the 25th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show this Saturday, September 20th from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. at Tahoe Valley Airport in South Lake Tahoe.
Last year's air show was canceled due to heavy smoke from the Rim Fire. Officials are monitoring the King Fire's smoke and movement, but at this time there are no flight closures and the aerial performances and all on ground activities are still going to occur.
This year’s show which will includes:
25th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/16/2014 - 10:59pm
The 25th annual Lake in the Sky Air Show at Lake Tahoe Airport in beautiful South Lake Tahoe, California is scheduled for this Saturday, September 20, 2014. The Lake in the Sky Air Show has been described as “the best in the west” by one of its many professional aerial participants.
This year’s show which will includes:
Aerial Performances by Jon Melby, Bill Cornick, Spencer Suderman and Carl Liepold
Static Displays
Two World War II aircraft will be on display and will do a Fly-By during the Show. The aircraft are the F6F Hellcat and The Japanese Zero
the Cash Only Band
25th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show flies into town
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/27/2014 - 11:33pm
Event Date:
September 20, 2014 - 8:00am
The 25th annual Lake in the Sky Air Show at Lake Tahoe Airport in beautiful South Lake Tahoe, California is scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2014. The Lake in the Sky Air Show has been described as “the best in the west” by one of its many professional aerial participants.
This year’s show which will include exciting aerobatic performances by several top performers including Bill Cornick, Jon Melby and Spencer Suderman.
Lake in the Sky Air Show at Lake Tahoe Airport celebrates 24 years
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 06/28/2013 - 12:07pmEvent Date:
August 24, 2013 - 8:00am
The City of South Lake Tahoe is pleased to host the 24th Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show at Lake Tahoe Airport in beautiful South Lake Tahoe, California on Saturday, August 24, 2013 from 8:00 am -3:30 pm.
The Lake in the Sky Air Show has been described as “the best in the west” by one of the Navy’s participants.
This year’s show will include exciting aerobatic performances by several top performers including Bill Cornick, Jon Melby and Spencer Suderman. Festivities begin on Friday, August 23rd and run through Sunday, August 25.
Friday, August 23rd:
News agencies report 5 dead in fiery South Lake Tahoe airplane crash; aircraft registered to Fresno man (VIDEO)
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 08/25/2012 - 10:02pm
UPDATE 3:27PM: KOLO Reno Channel 8 reports the brother of the registered owner of the Piper that crashed in South Lake Tahoe Saturday night says all five people aboard died. Javier de la Mora says his brother, Francisco de la Mora, of Fresno was in the airplane when it crashed. Francisco's wife and daughter and two other people were on board as well. Go here for the full story.
UPDATE 2:56PM: The City of South Lake Tahoe issued the following news release and photos this afternoon:
A small plane crashed shortly after takeoff on Saturday, August 25th at 9:48 pm from Lake Tahoe Airport. The crash ignited a fire in the meadow just past the airport off of Winnemucca Avenue. The fire burned approximately one acre and took an hour and a half to extinguish.
El Dorado County Sheriff’s Department reports that the plane had been heard by witnesses to have apparent engine problems, and was seen to dip downward into the ground while attempting a turn.
According to Federal Aviation Administration, there were multiple victims and no survivors of the crash. The names of victims are not being released until notification of families is confirmed.
“Our hearts go out to the families of those that perished in this tragic accident. Thanks to the quick and cooperative efforts by multiple agencies; the fire caused by this crash was put out quickly,” said Mayor Claire Fortier.
Earlier in the day, the 23rd Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show was held at Lake Tahoe Airport. This plane was not affiliated with the air show in any way.
The location of the plane crash is within El Dorado County limits and the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Department is the lead agency of this investigation. FAA and National Transportation Safety Board officials arrived on site today to perform an investigation and to identify the cause of the crash.
UPDATE 1:46PM: There are multiple victims to Saturday night's plane crash in South Lake Tahoe, confirmed El Dorado Sheriff's Office Lt. Pete Van Arnum. Investigators were processing the wreckage to confirm how many victims and their identities. Investigators do not believe the victims to be locals from the South Lake Tahoe area, he said. No information concerning the identity of the victims, or the plane will be released until positive confirmation has been made, he said. Investigators from the FAA and National Transportation Safety Board are assisting with the investigation.
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10:36AM: Lake Tahoe News is reporting that it has exclusively learned from federal authorities that up to five people died in the plane crash on Saturday. Go here for the story. Meanwhile KOLO TV Channel 8 in Reno reports that an FAA official confirmed the plane was a Piper PA32.
UPDATE 6:55AM: A small airplane crashed in the Barton Meadows area in South Lake Tahoe sparking a wildland fire on Saturday night. Presumably there are no survivors. The crash was reported at 9:48 p.m. after the plane took off from Lake Tahoe Airport, said El Dorado County Sheriff's Lt. Pete Van Arnum early Sunday morning. Witnesses reported the plane was experiencing engine trouble and was seen moving downward before it crashed into flames, he said.
Sully Sullenberger returns to Lake Tahoe to speak at 23rd Lake in the Sky Air Show
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 08/16/2012 - 2:10pm
For the second time in less than a year, Chesley Burnett "Sully" Sullenberger III will speak at Lake Tahoe, this time as a special guest speaker of the 2012 Lake in the Sky Air Show, Aug. 24-26 at the Lake Tahoe Airport.
Sullenberger gained fame when he successfully landed US Airways Flight 1549, which had been disabled by striking a flock of Canada geese, in the Hudson River off Manhattan, New York City, on January 15, 2009. All of the 155 passengers and crew aboard the aircraft survived.
Lake in the Sky 'pre-flight' party tickets go on sale
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/01/2012 - 10:46am
Event Date:
August 24, 2012 - 6:30pm
Tickets are now available to purchase for the 23rd Annual Lake In the Sky Airshow “Pre-Flight Party.” Visit Lake Tahoe Visitor Centers located at 3066 Lake Tahoe Blvd or 4114 Lake Tahoe Blvd or 155 US Hwy 50 to purchase your ticket.
Tickets for the “Pre-Flight” party are $20 and include your admission into the air show the next day.
Volunteers needed for Lake in The Sky Air Show
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 07/31/2012 - 12:55pmEvent Date:
August 18, 2012 - 9:00am
Volunteers are needed for the 23rd Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show at the Lake Tahoe Airport. More than 10,000 spectators visit the Lake Tahoe air show each year. This event is made possible by community volunteers, local organizations and business owners. Your support can help ensure that we continue to provide a memorable experience to all who attend the air show.
Volunteers Needed for the Lake in the Sky Air Show
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 07/13/2012 - 2:48pmThe 23rd Annual Lake in the Sky Air Show is quickly approaching. This year we will have a “Pre-Flight” party at the Embassy Suites featuring special guest speaker Sully Sullenberger, pilot meet and greet and a musical performance by the Manhattan Dolls. (See PDF below.)
Sully Sullenberger to speak at Lake in the Sky Air Show
Submitted by admin on Fri, 07/13/2012 - 2:00amSully Sullenberger returns to Lake Tahoe as guest speaker of 23rd Lake in the Sky Air Show
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 07/06/2012 - 9:37am
For the second time in less than a year, Chesley Burnett "Sully" Sullenberger III will speak at Lake Tahoe, this time as a special guest speaker of the 2012 Lake in the Sky Air Show, Aug. 24-26 at the Lake Tahoe Airport.
Sullenberger gained fame when he successfully landed US Airways Flight 1549, which had been disabled by striking a flock of Canada geese, in the Hudson River off Manhattan, New York City, on January 15, 2009. All of the 155 passengers and crew aboard the aircraft survived.
New adventure-related events highlight summer at Lake Tahoe South
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 06/20/2012 - 5:53pmLake Tahoe South steps into high endurance overdrive this summer with two new outdoor adventure events that celebrate speed, agility and skill — one with feet to the ground and the other rubber to the road.
Sierra Recon, a high-energy, multi-distance obstacle race screaming the amped premise, “Everyone loves carnage” is set for July 14 at Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort, while the Lake Tahoe Adventure Motorcycle Ride and Rendezvous celebrates the freedom of the wide open road, Aug. 23-26.
Summer vacation at South Lake Tahoe promises beach fun and food, music and memories
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 05/20/2012 - 7:19amAs David Letterman rhetorically asks: Hey kids, do you like the rock n' roll? Two outdoor concert venues at South Lake Tahoe will be filled with superstar performers, plus there's dozens of outdoor competitions and family events, fireworks extravaganzas and the country’s biggest celebrity golf tournament that has Tahoe South positioned as summer’s hot spot for entertainment, outdoor recreation and events.
Air show to wrap up busy season for airport
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 08/27/2011 - 6:00amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Lake in the Sky Air Show will mark the end of the airport's busy season, which, as it turns out, wasn't all too busy. And it's a chance for airport staff to invite...
Volunteers Needed for Lake in the Sky Air Show
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 3:26am
Volunteer some time and see the 22nd annual Lake in the Sky Air Show for free. Not a bad deal. Organizers of the air show say they're still in need of a few more volunteers.
Volunteer Opportunities Include:
2011 Lake in The Sky Air Show
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 08/19/2011 - 4:01pm
The 22nd annual Lake in the Sky Air Show, considered the biggest and best air show in the high Sierra is on Saturday, Aug. 27 beginning at 8 a.m. and runs throughout the day.
You won’t want to miss the spectacular opening ceremonies Warbird ‘fly bys!’ And then get up close to several vintage Warbirds and military static display aircraft, including the Air Forces C-17 Globemaster, and the #1 rated fighter plane of WWII - the legendary P-51 Mustang. Plus many more Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Marine Corp aircraft on display.
