Randy W. Ball is North America’s premier civilian jet demonstration pilot and the most prolific of his kind, with more than 1,800 air show performances. He is the only jet demo pilot, military or civilian, to hold FAA unlimited aerobatic ratings in jet fighters for both day and night operations. Over a career spanning nearly four decades, Ball has accumulated more than 20,000 flight hours, including over 2,000 hours in Russian jet fighters, and has flown more than 46 aircraft types from nine countries.
Inspired early by flying with his father and by his great-uncle, a B-17 combat veteran, Ball soloed at 18 and became involved in air shows in 1982. He is best known for his MiG-17F demonstrations, which mirror modern fighter tactics, routinely reaching 8g maneuvers and speeds near 700 mph. Beyond performing more air shows than any other civilian jet pilot in North America, Ball is also a test pilot, safety leader, museum board member, air show founder, and a dedicated mentor who aims to inspire the next generation of aviators.
Redline Airshows is a Cincinnati-based father-and-son aerobatic team, Ken and Austin Rieder, known for high-energy formation flying across North America. Their precision routines in Van’s RV-8s combine speed, skill, smoke, and tightly choreographed maneuvers to captivate audiences of all ages. In addition to daytime performances, Redline is especially known for its dramatic night show, featuring specially modified aircraft that launch fireworks from the wingtips, creating a unique blend of aerobatics and pyrotechnics that has become a standout attraction at airshows.
Matt Younkin’s Beech 18 airshow routine is one of the most unique performances on today’s circuit, showcasing aerobatics in an aircraft never designed for such maneuvers.
Inspired by the legendary routine pioneered by his father, Bobby Younkin, the act features rolls on takeoff, Cuban eights, point rolls, a loop, and the crowd-favorite “Elephant Waltz,” flown with landing gear and flaps extended. Blending humor, elegance, and musical storytelling, the performance is both a tribute to Bobby Younkin and a consistent show-stopping highlight at airshows.
The TITAN Aerobatic Team is a highly decorated and widely recognized airshow favorite, founded in 1984 by Alan Henley and Steve Gustafson. Known for four decades of thrilling performances across North and Central America, the team is celebrated for its tight formations, dramatic smoke systems, and distinctive radial-engine aircraft. Regularly captivating millions of spectators each year, TITAN has become one of the most beloved and recognizable aerobatic teams in the world.
The Pink Jet is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that uses aviation to promote breast cancer awareness, early detection, and fundraising to support survivors and help find a cure. Centered on a pink-painted L-39 Albatros flown by highly skilled female pilots, the jet symbolizes strength, hope, and resilience. Founded through Aerial Angels and inspired by the vision of its late founder Steve Oakley, the project debuted at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh in 2024 and now appears at airshows nationwide. With support from donors, The Pink Jet honors Oakley’s legacy while inspiring women and girls, with future plans including an all-female aerobatic team and a high-profile flyover at the 2025 Rose Parade.
Skip Stewart is one of the world’s most entertaining airshow pilots, with more than 10,000 flight hours and a diverse background as an airline captain, certified flight instructor, aerobatic
school owner, and chief pilot for a Fortune 100 company. A decorated aerobatic competitor and longtime airshow performer, his flying has been widely featured in major aviation and mainstream publications. Known for innovation, Stewart was the first pilot to fly beneath a jumping motorcycle at an airshow and also performs in formation acts such as the acclaimed TinStix of Dynamite.
Cody Elkins is a professional freestyle motocross (FMX) rider best known for his role in one of airshow entertainment’s most daring crossover acts. In this precision-timed stunt, Elkins launches his motorcycle over a moving aircraft flown sideways beneath him by world-renowned aerobatic pilot Skip Stewart. The maneuver demands absolute trust, flawless timing, and exceptional skill from both performers, blending FMX and aerobatics into a heart-stopping spectacle.
Buck Roetman is a veteran pilot with more than 42 years of flying experience, over 18,000 flight hours, and time in more than 155 aircraft types ranging from light planes to corporate jets. He holds numerous FAA certificates, multiple jet type ratings, and is both an A&P mechanic with inspection authorization and an Aerobatic Competency Examiner for the International Council of Air Shows.
Drawing on a background in motorsports fabrication and engineering, Roetman has built, modified, and customized numerous aircraft. He is president of Wild Horse Aviation in Georgia and has been an airshow performer since 1998, flying a highly modified Pitts S2S powered by a 375+ horsepower engine. A longtime Georgia resident, Roetman is supported by several aviation sponsors and has been married to his wife Candice for over 40 years.
John “Skipper” Hyle is a highly experienced pilot and instructor with a flying career spanning more than four decades. He earned his pilot certificate at age 17 and built early experience in airshows, instruction, and charter flying before joining the U.S. Air Force in 1986.
An F-16 fighter pilot and later a T-38 instructor pilot, he left the USAF in 1995 with senior pilot wings and approximately 1,200 fighter hours.
Hyle went on to a long airline career, retiring in 2019 as a senior Boeing 737 captain with more than 17,000 total flight hours and type ratings in the DC-3, DC-9, and 737. A dedicated warbird pilot and airshow performer, he flies a Harvard Mk 4 as the centerpiece of his show and has extensive experience with the Commemorative Air Force and other historic aircraft organizations.
Greg Koontz is one of the world’s leading aerobatic instructors and a seasoned airshow performer. Since beginning his career in 1974 with Col. Moser’s Flying Circus, Koontz has mastered and showcased his signature maneuvers at airshows around the globe. Renowned for his expertise and showmanship, his performances deliver thrilling, family-friendly entertainment in the tradition of the classic flying circus. Sponsorship opportunities are available for select shows.
The Full Throttle Formation Team, based in Atlanta, Georgia, is comprised of highly experienced aviation professionals with a combined total of over 300,000 flight hours in military and commercial aircraft. The team performs in Van’s Aircraft experimental airplanes, many of which have been personally built by the pilots themselves. Their mission is to entertain audiences at airshows across the United States while inspiring spectators to explore the world of aviation. In addition to delivering dynamic and precision formation displays, the Full Throttle Formation Team is committed to educating the next generation of pilots, providing guidance and insight into pathways for pursuing careers in aviation.
Jerry Lynn McCart is the pilot of the remarkable Homewrecker, a 375 MPH, triple-engine jet-powered semi-truck, delivering thrilling performances at airshows, NHRA and IHRA exhibitions, Festival of Fire events, destruction burn-downs, and static displays. Known for combining high-speed precision with spectacular pyrotechnics, McCart’s shows, including impressive firework displays in collaboration with FR8 Auctions, captivate audiences nationwide. For more information or booking inquiries, Jerry McCart can be contacted directly.
Paul Sieli is the owner and driver of the Wicked Willy Funny Car, proudly sponsored by Excel Turbines. At events like Grand Bend Motorplex, his Wicked Willy car lights up the track with an insane fire show before blasting down the drag strip at thrilling speeds. A retired businessman, pilot, and U.S. Army veteran with the 82nd Airborne, Sieli combines precision, skill, and showmanship in every performance. An accomplished skydiver with over 1,000 jumps, he also has a strong background in drag racing, competing in Super Comp and Top Dragster before earning his NHRA exhibition license in both jet dragster and jet Funny Car categories.
Paul is a devoted father of three and grandfather of four.
The Army Aviation Heritage Foundation is dedicated to preserving and promoting the legacy of Army Aviation while educating the American public on its historic contributions. The organization maintains historic Army Aviation aircraft in flyable condition and honors the service and sacrifice of veterans and their families.
Through engaging volunteer opportunities, the Foundation supports veterans and patriotic individuals, fostering connections to Army Aviation and encouraging careers in aviation through hands-on, experiential initiatives. Additionally, the Foundation leverages its volunteer resources and public visibility to raise awareness of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a progressive condition linked to repetitive concussions.
The U.S. Army Parachute Team, known as the Golden Knights, is an elite unit of highly skilled Soldiers united by their passion for skydiving. The team includes parachutists, aircraft pilots, and support personnel who manage the complex logistics behind each jump. Whether free-falling at speeds up to 120 miles per hour or executing precision landings, team members demonstrate skill, discipline, and the thrill of adventure on a global stage. The 26-member
Demonstration Team performs under pressure for audiences at major airshows, festivals, and sporting events, showcasing the professionalism and capabilities of Army service while inspiring spectators through the sport of skydiving.
The GERONIMO! Skydiving Team, celebrating over 45 years of airshow performances, is North America’s premier civilian exhibition skydiving team. Founded in 1981 with the motto “Performance Excellence,” the Team quickly grew from local events to major national venues, including pioneering Tandem Exhibition Skydiving for NFL halftime shows. Based in Fort Erie, Ontario, GERONIMO! members are highly experienced and professionally credentialed in both Canada and the U.S., committed to safety, professionalism, and community outreach. With numerous awards, including the 2019 CSPA National Sportsmanship Award and the 2023 Kathy Johnson Service Award, the Team continues to thrill audiences across North America with their precision and show-stopping performances.
The Flying Tigers Parachute Demonstration Team, based in Anderson, South Carolina, is a professional skydiving team known for performing precision formations and flag jumps at events across the region. Alongside university clubs, such as Clemson’s, the team helps train members in static-line jumps, honoring the legacy and spirit of the historic Flying Tigers.
Dedicated to sharing their passion for skydiving, the team welcomes newcomers to the sport. While jumps are conducted on weekends, inquiries for bookings can be made at any time.
The Liberty Foundation’s Douglas C-47A, known as “Chalk 40,” is a World War II combat veteran built in 1943 as a C-47A-10-DK in Oklahoma City and entered service with the U.S. Army Air Forces as 42-92606 on January 31, 1944. Shortly thereafter, it was transferred under Lend-Lease to the Royal Air Force as KG395, serving with RAF No. 45 Group and No. 48 Squadron before moving to No. 437 Squadron of the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1945. The aircraft played a critical support role in the recovery of the Lockheed P-38 “Glacier Girl” from over 260 feet of Greenland ice. Flying countless supply missions in harsh Arctic conditions, including operations on skis and engine changes in remote locations, “Chalk 40” demonstrated the unmatched reliability and versatility of the DC-3, nearly 90 years after its first flight.
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