Helpful tips for this weekend's KC Airshow

With a beautiful weekend forecast and the United States Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt headlining, the 2011 Kansas City Air Show a large turnout is expected at the Kansas City Downtown Wheeler Airport on August 20 and 21. Gates open to the public at 9:00 AM. Advanced sale discount tickets are available for purchase through August 20 at www.kcairshow.com. Tickets will also be available for sale on-site. Guests are encouraged to arrive early in order to avoid expected heavy traffic and find a seat close to the flight line. Guests are asked to limit their personal carry-in items to only the essentials. The air show’s concessions feature a variety of delicious food and beverages for patron’s enjoyment while on the grounds. In order to ensure that guests are comfortable and will enjoy the show, chairs, blankets, umbrellas, etc. are permitted within the general admission seating area. Umbrellas must be a reasonable size; only handheld umbrellas will be permitted.Although temperatures are expected to be very comfortable throughout the weekend, guests are encouraged to drink plenty of fluids to keep hydrated. The forecast also calls for sunny skies all weekend and guests are reminded to bring and apply sunscreen throughout the day to avoid burns.Please note that all carry-in items are subject to search and all unattended bags will be removed from the premises. The following items are not allowed on the show grounds: ·Coolers ·Loose ice·Cans/glass·Alcohol·Pets·Weapons·Tents/awnings·Cooking Equipment·Bicycles·Rollerblades·Scooters·Ladders·Large Umbrellas. Please note that smaller coolers containing life-saving medications or formula for infants will be permitted. Also note that there is absolutely no smoking on the air show ramp or in the spectator area. Smoking is permitted outside the spectator gate and in the parking lots. The USAF A-10 Thunderbolt headlines a blockbuster lineup that also includes the, the US Army Golden Knights, Tim Weber, the Trojan Phylers, and the Flashfire Jet Truck. General Admission tickets remain on sale at www.kcairshow.com Limited premium seating tickets remain available.