Chicago Air Water Show 2009

Chicago Air And Water Show – held on August 15 – 16, 2009, is the single of Chicago’s most admired events in the Windy City.

“The Chicago Air and Water Show is the largest spectator event in the United States,”

said by the Explore Chicago Website.

There are approximately 2.2 million people be present at the air and water show throughout the weekend.

The show is celebrated at its 50th anniversary back in 2008; the hours of the show are from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday. The event venue is in the North Avenue Beach, 1600 N. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60610. The Mayor’s Office suggests a community transportation to avoid traffic.

The participants:

Air Show Headliners
U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds
U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights
Civilian Aircraft
Aeroshell Aerobatic Team
Chicago Fire Department Air/Sea Rescue
Lima Lima Flight Crew
Sean D. Tucker & Team Oracle
The Firebirds
Ed Hamill – Air Force Reserve Bi-Plane
Red Bull Mig
Special Appearance: U. S. Navy Parachute Team Leap Frogs