Don't Miss: New York Air Show Aug. 29-30 in New Windsor

There will be plenty to see on the ground and in the air August 29-30 during the New York Air Show at Stewart International Airport in New Windsor.

The display and exhibit area will encompass more than 50 acres on the south side of Stewart International Airport, featuring military and civilian aircraft as well as exhibits, displays, simulators and more.

It will be the only air show in the country to feature a military Combat Search and Rescue Mission demonstration this year, giving spectators a close look at how U.S. troops are rescued when they are behind enemy lines.

New York’s own 106th Air National Guard Rescue Wing will showcase the precision it takes to carry out their dangerous missions. The demonstration will feature the HH-60 Pavehawk helicopter and a team of Pararescue Jumpers (PJs). This unit is based in Westhampton Beach, New York and can be mobilized to go anywhere in the world at a moment’s notice.

“The 106th Air National Guard Rescue Wing is one of the most decorated search-and-rescue units in the world,” said Orange County Executive Steven M. Neuhaus. “They play a key role in keeping our military safe. We are excited to add the 106th Air National Guard Rescue Wing to an already impressive lineup at the air show.”

The New York Air Show will also feature demonstrations from four branches of the U.S. Military including the Marine Corps’ Harrier Jet, the Air Force’s F-22 Raptor, the Navy’s F-18F Super Hornet and the Navy Seals Leap Frogs as well as the Army’s West Point Parachute Team.

Among the aircraft that will be on display on the air field:

· F-15 Eagle

· F-16 Thunderbird

· C-17 Globemaster III

· HH-60 Blackhawk helicopter

· Lakota Helicopter

· AV-8B Harrier Jet

· C-130 Hercules

· UH-1 Huey Helicopter

The New York Air Show marks the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II with a visit from a B-25 bomber. Pilot and owner Larry Kelley will fly his B-25 “Panchito.”

“Flying in a B-25 will take you back to World War II as you imagine all the brave men who flew those bombing missions over every theater of the war,” said Bryan Lilley, President of the New York Air Show.

The general public can experience a limited number of rides in Panchito for a $425 donation to the Delaware Aviation Museum Foundation.

Reservations can be made by calling (443) 458-8926 or email PanchitoB25@aol.com.

For more information and to purchase advance tickets, visit www.AirShowNY.com or call (877) 766-8158.

ShopRite has signed on as the official grocery store for the New York Air Show and will sell tickets at 31 of its locations in the region. Active duty military and veterans can get a special 15 percent discount courtesy of ShopRite when they purchase at any participating store and show a military ID or VA card. Limit two tickets per person per visit. For more information, log onto http://airshowny.com/shoprite-tickets/.