KC Aviation Expo Presented by
Mid-America Youth Aviation Association
at the Kansas City Wheeler Downtown Airport

Has been CANCELED for 2010

February 4, 2010 – Kansas City, Missouri - The Mid-America Youth Aviation Association (MAYAA), producer of the annual Kansas City Aviation Expo, announced the cancellation of the 2010 Kansas City Air Show.

 Scheduling conflicts with the major jet teams such as the Thunderbirds and Blue Angels will prevent the Airshow from featuring such performers – which is one of the largest draws for attendees. In addition, the Wheeler Downtown Airport will undergo scheduled construction on its runway, which will limit the length needed for the larger aircraft featured in the show.

 “While we’re disappointed there will not be an Airshow in Kansas City this year, we have our eyes on 2011 and are already gearing up to make that a great show,” said Ed Noyallis, director of the Kansas City Airshow. “Even though the show is cancelled this year, MAYAA’s mission is ever-present and we hope Kansas City will continue to support us through events like the Youth Aviation Adventure Day.”

MAYAA’s mission is to bring together youth and aviation professionals to inspire young people to pursue careers in science and aviation. MAYAA annually awards students and a teacher with scholarships to attend Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama, as well as college scholarships for those seeking degrees in aviation-related programs.

One of MAYAA’s signature events, Youth Aviation Adventure Day, is scheduled for August 7, 2010. Children will have the opportunity to receive hands-on aviation instruction by riding on an airplane, talking with pilots, aviation games and other activities. In addition, scouts can get aviation merit badges. The event is free and open to all children.

 

About the Kansas City Aviation Expo and Airshow

Kansas City is home to the Mid-America Youth Aviation Association (MAYAA), a not-for-profit group that provides educational aviation and aeronautical opportunities for children and teens. MAYAA’s goal is to bring together youth and aviation professionals so that young people will have the chance to learn about the careers available in aviation and related fields. This 100 percent volunteer organization produces the KC Aviation Expo & Airshow and the Kansas City Youth Aviation Adventure Day. The next Kansas City Airshow will be in 2011. For more information, visit kcairshow.com. 

Aviation Adventure Day
Fly-In & Car Cruise-In
Kansas City Downtown Airport (MKC)
Saturday, August 7
7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Car Cruise starts at 11:00 a.m.

Open to the Public!

See aircraft and cool cars in the shadow of the Kansas City Skyline!

Free Flights for kids ages 8-17 with written parental permission!

Pancake Breakfast & Hot Dog Lunch by Chris Cakes.
All you can eat Adults $5, Kids $4. Free for pilots flying in.

Mid-America Youth Aviation Association Aviation Adventure Day provides aviation-related activities for all ages.

At the car cruise, classic cars, muscle cars, hot rods, rat rods, exotics and imports will be on hand in a casual, un-judged atmosphere. 50/50 drawing and drawing for Frontier Airlines tickets benefiting KCMO Combined Charities.

Car Cruise-In Info 816-243-3164 or joe_mcbride@kcmo.org


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2010 EVENTS


August 7, 2010
 Scout Merit Aviation Merit Badge
Young Eagles Flights
Aviation Adventure Day Program

Committed to Promoting Youth in Aviation Careers


Mid-America Youth
Aviation Association

Mid-America Youth
Aviation Association
KC Aviation Expo
PO Box 681118
Kansas City, MO 64150

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