May 20 - 23 (8am - 5pm Daily)


Greetings Spin-Offs & Friends!

The Director of the Andrews Air Force Base Airshow has invited us to volunteer at this years event! Click Here to Sign Up!

The 2011 show promises to be a thrilling experience, with performances by the USAF Thunderbirds and many other exciting performers!

In addition there will be an amazing selection of vintage WWII warbirds such as the famous B-17 "The Memphis Belle!"

The dates of the show are: Fri-20-May * Sat-21-May * Sun-22-May

Volunteer Opportunities Include:

Warbird Liaison: If you've ever wanted to get up close and personal with your favorite warbird, this is your chance! As a volunteer crew member for your warbird of choice, your job will be to act as liaison between the crew & Andrews AFB personnel. The airshow's Director says he "envisions a lot of talking about airplanes and not much work. : ) "

VIP Guest Liaison: This is your chance to rub elbows with some of the most famous and powerful people in the aviation community! Volunteers will help greet VIPs, check credentials, provide refreshments, etc. (Liaisons will be working in the VIP tent.)

Public Liaison: If you're a "people person" you'll love running one of the Welcome Booths! Volunteers will greet air show patrons as they enter the static display area, answer questions, and distribute maps. (The booth is covered and will have chairs.)

This is going to be a LOT of fun!

Hope to see you there!

Mike

March 12 (10:30am - 3:30pm)

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March 12 (10:30am - 3:30pm)



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February 23 (12:00pm)

Tout Sang Qui Est Rouge ("All Blood Runs Red ")

The Spin-Offs invite you to continue our celebration of Black History Month by learning about African American aviation pioneers of the past and present!

Join us at the National Air & Space Museum for a noon-time presentation on Eugene Bullard, the first African American military pilot.

Ironically, because of the prevailing racial climate in the American military of the time, Bullard never flew for the United States, but for his adopted country, France.

Museum Curator Dom Pisano will discuss Bullard’s improbable journey through two world wars, his extraordinary sojourn in France during the 1920’s and 1930s, and his bravery in the face of the persistent racial discrimination he faced after he returned to the United States in 1940.

Presentation Duration: 12:00 – 12:15pm.

Presentation Location: Gallery 206 - WWI / The Great War

Following the presentation you are welcome to take a closer look at the new exhibit, explore the Museum, and/or grab a bite to eat in the Museum’s cafeteria. (Unfortunately you cannot bring your own food into the Museum.)

If you would like to walk over to the Museum with your fellow Spin-Offs, meet at the FAA's Independence Avenue doors at 11:50am sharp.

Hope to see you there! (I've cleared my work schedule in advance this time! :)

Questions?

Email: GoSpinOffs@gmail.com

February 9 (12:00pm)


The Spin-Offs invite you to celebrate Black History Month by learning about African American aviation pioneers of the past and present!

Beginning in the 1920s, a small number of determined African American aviation enthusiasts challenged racial discrimination. With great effort—and against formidable odds—they realized their dream to fly!

Join us at the National Air & Space Museum for a noon-time presentation on the new “Black Wings” exhibit. Museum curator and subject matter expert Dr. Von Hardesty will be on hand to help us gain a better perspective on African American aviation pioneers of the past and present.

Presentation Duration: 12:00 – 12:15pm.

Following the presentation you are welcome to take a closer look at the new exhibit, explore the Museum, and/or grab a bite to eat in the Museum’s cafeteria. (Unfortunately you cannot bring your own food into the Museum.)

If you would like to walk over to the Museum with your fellow Spin-Offs, meet at the FAA's Independence Avenue doors at 11:50am sharp.

Questions?

Email GoSpinOffs@gmail.com
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