More Thrills, Chills and Jaw Dropping Excitement Added to the 2010 California Capital Airshow

Patriots Jet Team Added to Line-Up; Will Fly a Six-Ship Formation of L-39s for the First Time Ever

SACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--California Capital Airshow:

WHAT:	Airshow organizers are excited to announce the addition of the Patriots to this year’s already spectacular event. The Patriots are a civilian jet team with highly experienced airshow pilots including two former members of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. The Patriots’ L-39s will electrify spectators with fast-paced formation flying; however, for the first time ever, the Patriots will fly a six-ship formation debuting the addition of two new jets.
	The 2010 show will feature the greatest line up of military and civilian performers Sacramento has ever seen including the breathtaking F-22 Raptor. We will have something for everyone and every age – from colorful entertainment and aerobatics soaring overhead to nine decades of aviation history on the ramp, and a Kids Zone with interactive, educational activities – it’s going to be incredible.
	For the complete line up of performers visit http://www.californiacapitalairshow.com/eventfeatures/performers-and-shows.
	There is ample parking and superb traffic management. Please note, parking is not free. Cash only will be accepted for parking, or you may purchase parking vouchers online. The fee for each vehicle is $10 and does not include exit and re-entry. Free bicycle parking is also available.
	There will no longer be additional bus or light rail services from Mather Mills Station to Mather Airport. For Regional Transit rates and bus and train schedules for September 11th and 12th, please visit the Regional Transit web site. 2010 California Capital Airshow tickets are not valid as a form of payment for Regional Transit.
	Tickets to the 2010 California Capital Airshow at Mather Airport are now available online and can be easily purchased at the Airshow website, www.californiacapitalairshow.com/event-information/purchase-tickets.
WHEN:	September 11-12, 2010 -- Gates open at 9:00 a.m. and close at 5:00 p.m.
WHERE:	Mather Airport
WHO:	Established in 2004, the California Capital Airshow has become one of the largest and highly- respected shows in the nation. As part of its community relations, the non-profit organization has awarded more than 70 scholarships to deserving students from our region with an interest in aviation, aerospace, aeronautics and related fields. For more information about the California Capital Airshow, please visit www.californiacapitalairshow.com.