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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Is the 2011 New River Air Show open to the public?
The show is open to the public, but all vehicles are subject to random searches.  Visitors who do not have base access may have to go through random vehicle inspections.  Please make sure to have your up-to-date registration, insurance, and license in the vehicle.
  
 
What time is the air show?
Gates open at 8:30 am on Saturday and Sunday, and will close at 5:30 pm. The show will begin at 11:15 am.
  
 
What will security be like for the air show?
Due to current real world conditions, MCAS New River will implement tighter security and parking for the 2011 Air Show.  These procedures are designed to protect you and to ensure that you have an enjoyable experience aboard New River.

When arriving aboard the Air Station, we ask that you pay strict attention to road signs and directions by Military and Civilian law enforcement personnel.

There will be designated entry points to enter the flightline.  These will be the only points that spectators will be allowed to enter.  Please for your safety and ours do not try and enter from any other point.

All spectators, civilian and military will be required to go through security screening.  This screening will include random searches.  Please be patient and cooperative with security personnel, they will attempt to make the process as quick as possible.  Again this is for your safety and ours.
  
 
How much does the air show cost?
Both parking and admission to the air show is free.  We will have bleacher tickets available for $5 at the gate. Food and beverages will be on sale inside the gates, along with souvenirs. For your convenience, we will have ATM’s located inside the gates.
  
 
What items are we allowed to bring into the air show?
  • Umbrellas
  • Pagers/Cell Phones: You might be asked to turn them on and off to validate their authenticity.
  • Cameras: Please do not load them with film.  Security personnel might ask you to open them.  Digital cameras might have to be turned off and on to validate their authenticity. Film can be loaded after clearing security.
  • Video Cameras: Security personnel might ask you to open them to validate their authenticity.
  • Camera Bags: Small camera bags will be allowed, but might be searched. 
  • Diaper Bags, Baby Strollers, Wheel Chairs and Lawn Chairs: All items might be searched.
  • Medications: Should you be a diabetic, have an allergic reaction to bee stings or have a medical condition that requires you to carry a needle to administer medication, you will be allowed to enter the grounds to the air show, however we ask that you disclose this information upon your arrival and have proper equipment for disposal of used needles. In addition, all roving Emergency Medical Specialist and First Aid Stations will have Sharps containers for disposal of any needles or medical waste.
  
 
What items are prohibited at the Air Show?
  • Knives: No matter the size of the knife, you will be asked to return it to your vehicle prior to being allowed entry.
  • Firearms: Anyone found with a firearm will be immediately apprehended and turned over to local authorities.
  • Walking Sticks: Only exception is handicap use.
  • Transmitters or walkie-talkies of any kind. For security and safety reasons you will be asked to return these items to your vehicle prior to entry.
  • Pets: Only guide dogs are allowed.
  • Other items not allowed: Scanners, Pepper spray/mace. Stun guns, scissors, box cutters, throwing stars, nun-chucks, coolers, picnic bags/baskets, duffle bags, briefcases, bicycles, skateboards, scooters, skates. You will be asked to return any of these items to your vehicle prior to entry. 

    *IF YOU ELECT NOT TO RETURN THESE ITEMS TO YOUR VEHICLE AND LEAVE THEM AT THE SECURITY CHECK POINT WE WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RETURN OF THE ITEM.

    **PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT THESE MEASURES ARE BEING TAKEN TO ENSURE EVERYONE'S SAFETY. COME EARLY, OBEY ALL MILITARY AND CIVILIAN LAW ENFORCEMENT, BE PATIENT AND ENJOY THE SHOW.
  
 
Will there be any special needs parking?
Yes, please display your handicapped pass to the attendants in the parking lot and at the gate so that you will be directed to the correct location.
  
     
 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
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The list of performers is tentative. Please visit often for updates. Pictures may not necessarily represent the 2011 New River Air Show. Force Protection conditions may change. Because of this, the wait to enter the Air Station may increase and certain items may not be allowed.