Dear Salinas Airshow Fans,

The 44th Annual California International Airshow will go on this weekend.

Unfortunately, due to the government shutdown, the U S military will not be allowed to participate in the California International Airshow.

While this is disappointing news, we are excited to share we have a full line up of some of the best civilian air show performers from North America including Vicky Benzing flying her beautiful P-51 Plum Crazy along with her vintage Boeing Stearman. Ed Hamill flying the “Folds of Honor” Biplane and Bob Freeman in his high energy Extra 330SX. In addition, we have WWII warbirds and great ground acts like the Smoke n Thunder Jet Truck along with Exotic Cars racing airplanes. We will have the STEM Zone, Carl’s Jr Kid’s Zone, exhibits and vendors from all over Northern California.

In addition, for the first time ever at any airshow in North America, fans will be able to see a demonstration of the two leading eVTOL companies (air taxis) at the Salinas Airshow. Both Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation will be participating. See history being made here at the California International Airshow this weekend!

Our all-volunteer non-profit organization wants to thank our sponsors, President Club members, volunteers, and our air show fans for supporting this year’s show. We look forward to seeing all the happy families this weekend at our airshow.

Thank you for your support,

The Board of Directors of the California International Airshow