Meet the Performers

Sean Tucker

Sean D. Tucker's life is marked by a search for excellence and perfected skill. He is not satisfied unless he is learning, refining a skill, or conquering a fear. Whether he is heli-skiing, cave SCUBA diving, golfing, or flying his one-of-a kind aerobatic dream machine, Sean D. Tucker is full-throttle and extremely accomplished. - Read more...

Tim Decker

Tim Decker is a professional pilot who has logged over 6000 hours in both military and civilian aircraft. He gained most of his flying experience in the U-2, F-117, T-38, RV-4, and the Pitts S-2B. Tim has instructed in aerobatic and formation flying since 1990. 2011 marks Tim Decker's seventh season of air shows including a one-season break to serve in the Persian Gulf. Tim spent 12 months as a U-2 squadron commander where he and his squadron flew daily combat missions over Iraq and Afghanistan from 2006 - 2007. Tim retired from the United States Air Force in 2009 after an incredible 20 year career flying some of the best jets in the world! - Read more...

Matt Chapman

• Premier sponsor, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University since 2007
• Has been a professional pilot since 1980, over 18,000 hours logged, this is his 28th year flying airshows.
• Is a Captain on an MD-80 passenger jet for American Airlines based in New York
• Has competed in 2 World Aerobatic Championships, Oklahoma City in 1996 and Trencin, Slovakia in 1998
• Was 3rd place male pilot the 1998 WAC, highest placing U.S. pilot
• Has won Silver and Bronze Medals in World Aerobatic contests
• Read more on his website at www.mattchapman.com

Dr. Frank Donnelly

Based at Cable Airport in Upland, California, Dr. Frank Donnelly (Dr. D) and his 1946 T-Cart are bringing back old-time aerobatics to the airshow circuit.  With eight successful shows in 2005, and 13 in 2006, Dr. D is a proven airshow performer.

A retired psychology professor from Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, California, Donnelly started flying aerobatics in a WW II-era PT-26 Fairchild trainer.  Later on, he graduated to a 1952 British Royal Air Force Chipmunk. "I really enjoy flying the old aerobatic airplanes. They are part of the history of aerobatics, and they're a pleasure to watch."

Doug Jardine

In 2000, Doug bought his Sukhoi 26MX and moved to the Unlimited category in 2001. He won the B.F. Goodrich Trophy at the US Nationals. In 2003, Doug competed again as the Canadian Aerobatic Team at the Unlimited World Aerobatic Championships in Lakeland Florida.

For more information, visit Doug's Website

C-17 "GLOBEMASTER III"

The C-17 "Globemaster III" is the newest, most flexible cargo aircraft to enter the airlift force.  The C-17 measures 174 feet long (53 meters) with a wingspan of 169 feet, 10 inches (51.75 meters) and is powered by four, fully reversible engines.

The C-17 can take off and land on runways as short as 3,500 feet (1,064 meters) and only 90 feet wide (27.4 meters).  Even on such narrow runways, the C-17 can also turn around using a three-point star turn and its backing capability.

C-53D "SKYTROOPER"

On July 6, 1943 a new camouflage painted C-53D "SKYTROOPER" came off the Douglas Santa Monica Assembly line.

This aircraft trained with the 101st Airborne (Screamin' Eagles) and the 82nd Airborne (All American) to participate in the D-Day invasion of Europe.  She flew three missions over June 6th and 7th, 1944 and went on to fly three more missions over Europe.

Donated to the Commemorative Air Force and assigned to the Inland Empire Wing at Riverside Airport, she was affectionately restored to full military configuration and flight statue. Restored as close as possible to look exactly as she did on D-Day.  She now flies from the Riverside Airport as "D-DAY DOLL".

Silver Wings Wingwalker Team

The blended talents of pilot Hartley Folstad and wing walker Margaret Stivers are on display in a heart-pounding ballet in the sky.

John Collver and his T-6 Texan

After serving on the Board of Directors for the International Aerobatic Club he went on to airshow flying. He really wanted to break in show flying with something different. So, instead of a small aerobatic type aircraft, Collver bought a big Warbird -- the North American AT-6/SNJ Texan. That was nearly 20 years ago. Now, after a decade, there are more than a million people that see the thrilling yet informative demonstrations put on by Collver and his big AT-6 Texan annually!

Classic Car Show

Always a favorite with the crowds, Classic Chevy's brings its best to share with you.

A portion of the proceeds from the Car Show will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis foundation.

This Year's Performers

• SEAN TUCKER - ORACLE CHALLENGER
• TIM DECKER - PITTS S-2B
• MATT CHAPMAN - Embry-Riddle Eagle 580
• A-10 "Thunderbolt II" & P-38 "Lightning" "Heritage Flight"
• DOUG JARDINE - Sukhoi SU-26
• FRANK DONNELLY - DR. D'S OLD-TIME AEROBATICS
• JUST IN TIME SKYDIVERS
• F-16's "VIPER" FLY-BY
• KC-135 "STRATOTANKER" FLY-BY
• C-17 "GLOBEMASTER III" DISPLAY AND FLY-BY
• JOHN COLLVER'S T-6 "WARDOG
• SILVER WINGS STEARMAN & WING WALKING
• RIVERSIDE POLICE DEPARTMENT HELICOPTER CHASE SCENE
• RPD K-9 DEMO
• ANTIQUES - CLASSICS - WARBIRDS
• T-6 FORMATION FLY-BYS
• CLASSIC CHEVY CLUB CAR SHOW
• MILITARY VEHICLE SHOW
• CORONA R.C. MODEL DEMOS
• AIRSHOW VENDORS
• FOOD VENDORS
• EAA YOUNG EAGLES
• COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE DISPLAY