A mass warbird flyover, with a gaggle of pretty T-34s forming it up over the field at Lakeland Linder. Photo by Jim Koepnick
Key Takeaways:
Day Two at Sun ‘n Fun 2022 was a near repeat of Tuesday, with gorgeous, if hot, spring weather. Outgoing Sun ‘n Fun honcho John “Lites” Leenhouts pointed out in his welcome on Tuesday morning that the daily airshows would feature a lot of new planes and performers. And did they ever! Check out the action!
A North American T-28B owned by Draken, lifts off during the airshow at Sun ‘n Fun 2022.Greg Koontz put on a great show in his Super Decathlon.Gary Rower wrings it out in his Super Stearman.A mass warbird flyover, with a gaggle of pretty T-34s forming it up over the field at Lakeland Linder.Attendance early in the show was strong, though as the sun gets hot and high, many seek the comfort of shady spots.True love, aviation style.Showgoers digging the exotic hardware. We were too.Shades definitely recommended.Maintaining warbirds is, of course, a team effort.A Chance Vought F4U-4 Corsair looking pretty at the warbird area.There were lots of smiles at Sun ‘n Fun 2022. Thank goodness!A 350-hp Boss 182 on Wipaire 3000s. Yes, please.
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