Travel Journal

IOS Amigos Air Show

October 11, 2006

By Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith

El Paso, Texas, U.S.A - October 7 and 8

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were thrilled to participate in the IOS Amigos Air Show in El Paso, October 7 and 8, marking the team's last public air show for the 2006 season.

With a spectacular, mountainous backdrop and balmy weather, the environment and weather contributed to the wonderful show.

While the team was in El Paso, they had the opportunity to participate in an air show gathering that included The Honourable Norris Pettits, Canadian Consul General.

The Snowbirds are extremely grateful to Ms. Rhonda Butler and the Lane Family for the kind generosity and warm hospitality.

Master Corporal Doug Denham, aviation technician, puts the exhaust cover on the CT-114 Tutor jet upon arrival in El Paso October 5. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith	Captain Denis Beaumont, Snowbird 5, conducts a live interview with a local television station October 6, following the practice in El Paso. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith	Master Corporal Tim Collis, aviation technician, inspects the engine prior to the show October 7 in El Paso. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith
Sergeant Marlene Shillingford, incoming crew chief, conducts a "B" check (before flight check) on the CT-114 Tutor jet prior to the show October 7 in El Paso. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith	Corporal Cameron Simms, aviation technician, removes all covers prior to flight October 7 in El Paso. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith	Captain Tery Lebel, Snowbird 10, conducts media interviews with local media prior to the show October 7 in El Paso. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith
Captain Jody McKinnon, Snowbird 11, poses for a quick picture with an enthusiastic fan following the show October 7 in El Paso. Photo Credit: Lieutenant (Navy) Petra Smith

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