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What is America’s Freedom Fest?
America’s Freedom Fest is one the Midwest’s premier air shows, with a heritage and tradition dating back decades. The event draws more than 30,000 people from around northern Indiana and beyond, and features daring aerial acts, fascinating static displays, mouthwatering food, a legendary fireworks display, and much more.
What is Rotors ‘n Ribs?
Rotors ‘n Ribs is a helicopter fly-in hosted by Sweet Helicopters. This year it is on the same day of America’s Freedom Fest and includes VIP passes that offer not only a premier view of the air show but also a delicious barbecue meal, a helicopter-related safety seminar, and a variety of networking opportunities. Pilots who fly into the event, along with their guests, and along with anyone who attends the town hall meeting will receive complimentary VIP air show passes!
USAF A-10 Thunderbolt II Demo Team
The unique combat capabilities of the A-10 “Warthog” as they perform precision aerial maneuvers while highlighting the mission and professionalism of the men and women of the United States Air Force.
Shockwave Jet Truck
Shockwave is a J34-48 Pratt & Whitney jet-engine-equipped big rig with top speeds of more than 350 mph. Shockwave’s sheer display of power offers a spectacle unlike any other.
Susan Dacy and “Big Red”
Susan expertly guides her Super Stearman biplane through a series of dazzling aerobatics reminiscent of the barnstorming air shows of the past.
Phillips 66 Aerostars
Witness precision aerobatics at speeds of around 250 mph!
Randy Ball Mig Jet Act
Randy W. Ball is North America’s PREMIER Jet Demonstration Pilot. Randy has performed well over 1,400 performances to date!
And Much More!
More acts coming soon!
Schedule of Events
If you are a helicopter owner, pilot, or enthusiast and would like to attend Rotors ’n Ribs, please RSVP below. We will email you a pass that can be used to enter the gates at Goshen Municipal Airport, which you will need to present upon arrival.
Directions
Goshen Airport
KGSH Unicom 123.050
17229 CR 42, Goshen, IN
Hotel
Holiday Inn Express, ask for “Goshen Air Center” rate at (574) 535-9200.
Questions
For questions or to learn about vendor opportunities, call us at (260) 459-4354.
Rental
Thrifty Car Rental, which is at the airport. Reservations, call (574) 533-8245.
By attending America's Freedom Fest, guests are permitting America's Freedom Fest and its representatives to photograph, video record, and otherwise capture attendees image and likeness for use in promotional materials and other forms of print and online media.
The Midwest’s premium airplane charter and flight training company, located at Smith Field Airport (SMD) in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Sweet Aviation can help meet your travel needs, offering a range of charter airplane and jet options with room for one to six passengers plus luggage. With a diverse, modern fleet of airplanes and helicopters ideal for flight training and rental, plus experienced and knowledgeable Certified Flight Instructors, and a Cirrus Authorized Service Center and Training Center, Sweet Aviation can help you with all your aviation needs.
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7100 West Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Bases in Fort Wayne, IN and Goshen, IN
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