Oshkosh Day 2 - The Rain is Gone!
Posted on Jul 27, 2010 by Amy Hudnall |
The skies are grey but DRY, so there has been a good crowd today enjoying the warm weather. After all the delays and airfield closings, it’s nice to have everything up and running smoothly. What a testament to good contingency planning on EAA’s part! Especially impressive is the volunteer spirit, there are volunteer booths throughout the grounds offering the opportunity for attendees to pitch in and help create a great show experience for everyone.
Today we’ve had our team mate from Economic Development, Chris Pumphries here to travel the show with us talking to companies about the unique opportunities of locating your business in Georgia, including support by the Center of Innovation Aerospace team. With the synergy of over 500 aerospace companies located in Georgia, we have a broad base of skills sets and suppliers to support your aerospace venture.
Today’s event schedule included Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and TSA Administrator John Pisotole jointly announcing a new General Aviation security awareness program expanding on the “If You See Something Say Something” security-awareness campaign begun in NYC after Sept 11th. In addition, the Dept of Homeland Security announced it will streamline the existing pre-screening process for pilots and passengers using general aviation for international travel. Outgoing EAA president Tom Poberenzy said the two program announcements are “important steps toward ensuring continued general aviation security and access.”
Time to go watch the afternoon air show!
Please wait…