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If hunger sets in, The Crab Trap restaurant on Scenic Highway 98 serves up gorgeous ocean views and platters of delicious seafood including Amberjack, Cobia, Red Snapper, Gulf shrimp, and oysters, and for the landlubbers chicken and steak. With countless fun things to do, "boredom" is an unknown word here in Destin. With the undeniable beauty of the aquamarine waters that surround Destin and the sugar-white sand beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see, it is no wonder people of all ages are drawn to this area year after year. Listen to my interview with Jim McDevitt and air show personnel during my radio show Solo Travel Girl’s Adventures Near & Far.Destin, Florida in Okaloosa County, located on the Gulf of Mexico's "Emerald Coast" draws millions of visitors each year. Visit to purchase tickets and learn more about the show. Saturday and Sunday in advance are $20 and $25 at the gate. Friday in advance is $15 and at the gate is $20. The Florida International Air Show is run by about 800 volunteers and over the years has generated about $3 million to area charities. Nuts & Bolts About the Florida International Air Show Visit them at to book a ride or better yet, come out to the Florida International Air Show to take a flight. Gulf Coast Flying Circus flies from the Punta Gorda Airport.
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The best ride he remembers was with a 92-year old woman who had never been in any type of airplane prior to her ride with him.
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What type of person can take a ride with Gulf Coast Flying Circus? McDevitt told me just about anyone, as long as they weigh less than 190 lbs., due to plane balance issues. The pilot told me it’s a smooth ride and not something where a passenger will be jerked around or experience heavy G’s, like on a roller coaster. He takes them to a safe altitude of 3,000 – 4,000 feet and gives them the thrill of a lifetime. I “take people who virtually have never flown before and I’ll put a parachute on them and take them up to do a complete aerobatics air show routine,” McDevitt told me. Jim McDevitt, Chief Pilot of Gulf Coast Flying Circus and His Fab Handlebar Mustache He’s been flying it since last January when he and his wife started Gulf Coast Flying Circus. He purchased it four years ago, completely tore it apart and rebuilt it. He flies a Pitts S2A, in other words, a two-place open cockpit, factory manufactured bi-plane built in 1981. Jim McDevitt, who has a fabulously wonderful handlebar mustache, is Chief Pilot of Gulf Coast Flying Circus and after retiring from being an airline captain, he’s now sharing his passion for flight with others. Gulf Coast Flying Circus offers one-of-a-kind flights for aviation enthusiasts who don’t have their own wings. If it’s been your dream to soar in the sky, take a whirl in a candy-apple red biplane adorned with a black and white stripe. Ball, North America’s Premier Jet Demonstration Pilot, Tiger Aerobatic Team, Franklin’s Flying Circus “Dracula,” and the Class of 45 featuring Scott Yoak’s P-51 “Quicksilver” and Jim Tobul’s Corsair F4U “Korean War Hero.” Gulf Coast Flying Circus – a Pitts S2A Biplane.Īn Aerial Ballet with Gulf Coast Flying Circus Other thrills to look for include the United States Army Golden Knights demonstration parachute team, Randy W. If you don’t know what a warbird is, it’s any vintage military aircraft flown by civilians or historic arms of military (I have a confession, I had to Google “warbird” and Wikipedia gave me the info). The sky will be roaring with all sorts of performers such as the Warbird Review which will give a patriotic salute to veterans. One of the Warbirds that Will Participate in the Florida International Air Show’s Warbird Review. Also on the ground, adults can enjoy some suds and sips with a craft beer extravaganza with 25 craft brews and a dozen wines. Expect an abundance of static displays, many provided by area and regional aviation enthusiasts who own unique aircraft.
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Highlights include three days of activities with a twilight spectacular on Friday night kicking the aviation event off. Everyone I heard from said this will be the best in the show’s 35 years. 21 – 23, 2016, and I recently met with air show officials who are bursting with excitement with this year’s event. Rejoice! The Florida International Air Showwill return to the Punta Gorda Airport Oct. View of Punta Gorda, Florida, as Viewed from a Biplane.