The Golden West Regional Fly-in & Airshow is gearing up for its 2013 event scheduled for June 7, 8 & 9, 2013 at the Yuba County Airport in Olivehurst, California.
This year’s show, entitled, “Dawn of Aviation in the West” introduces a challenge to aviation history and will be showcasing the first look at the full size replica of the Montgomery Flyer, a glider that was flown by John Montgomery in 1883, a full 20 years before the Wright Brothers’ famous flight in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Aviation historian and co-author of “Quest for Flight: John J. Montgomery and the Dawn of Aviation in the West,” Craig Harwood will give a presentation detailing the achievements of Montgomery and the place of the American West in the history of aviation.
Golden West brings aviation enthusiasts from all over the West gathering to celebrate their shared love of flight, remember those lost in years past, and celebrate our future in aviation technology. Pilots of all types of aircraft from Light Sport to our military are expected to participate in this fly-in and air show which will be open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM all three days and feature a daily pancake breakfast, forums and workshops. The “Kid Qwest Hangar” will provide aviation-related hands on activities for kids of all ages and their Young Eagles program will be scheduling flights for kids ages 8-17. Each day an aerobatic airshow will take place featuring Eddie Andreini and his P-51, Bill Cornick, Spencer Suderman, Vicky Benzing, Dr. D, the West Coast Ravens, Carl Liepold, and many others.
Born in Milan, Italy, Moreno moved to the U.S. in 1999 to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. His aviation passion began early, inspired by his uncle, an F-104 Starfighter Crew Chief, and his father, a military traffic controller. Childhood adventures included camping outside military bases and watching planes at Aeroporto Linate. In 1999, he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to obtain his commercial pilot license, a move that became permanent. With 24 years in the U.S., he now flies full-time for a Part 91 business aviation company in Atlanta. He is actively involved with the Commemorative Air Force, the D-Day Squadron, and other aviation organizations. He enjoys life with his supportive wife and three wonderful children.
