Nebraska Airfest & 2012 State Fly-In Norfolk Regional Airport June 16-17, 2012 Sponsorship Packet 1
A Welcome from our Airfest President... Dear Friend, Nebraska is a big state with a big heart for aviation. We re going to bring it all together in June 2012 at Nebraska Airfest and the 2012 State Fly-in. The weekend event will be hosted at the Norfolk Regional Airport (OFK). It will bring together all of aviation in Nebraska military, civilian, airplanes, helicopters, balloons, gliders and more. We ll have aerobatics, education, modern aviation fun, historic aircraft, food, entertainment and a whole lot of aircraft. To make the event even better, we re hosting it the same weekend as the Viearo Great American Comedy Festival, so there will be plenty of day-time and night-time entertainment for the whole weekend. Aviation-related organizations and business from all across Nebraska are partnering with us on this exciting event event, and we invite you to also join us. Included in this packet you will find our sponsorship levels and along with the many benefits of becoming a sponsor. Also included is a schedule of all the fun events that will be going on this weekend. Your sponsorship gives you the opportunity to reach both Nebraska s vibrant aviation community and Nebraska s general public. We look forward to collaborating with you on this exciting event. Sincerely, Christopher Amundson President 2
Demographics Over $100,000 $35,000 - $50,000 $75,000- $100,000 23.1% 12.8% 9.8% 16.6% 13.5% 24.1% Airshow Household Income $25,000 - $35,000 $25,000 & Under $50,000 - $75,000 High School Graduate Some College College Graduate Post Graduate 18.6% 15.6% Education 33.6% 30% 12.0% 11.7% 10.8% 12.0% 13.2% 11.5% 18-25 26-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60+ Age of Spectators Chadron Scottsbluff Valentine North Platte 9.3% 7.8% 11.8% Kearney Yankton Grand Island Norfolk Lincoln Sioux City Omaha 58.8% 41.2% Gender 1-20 Miles - 44.9% 20-60 Miles - 33.5% 60-100 Miles - 10.5% 100+ Miles - 11.1% Distance Traveled by Spectator 3
Sponsorship Levels COMMANDER SPONSOR $5,000 As a COMMANDER LEVEL SPONSOR you will receive: Private 20-by-20-foot Corporate Sponsor viewing area (bar and food at your cost) On-site corporate presence in a 30-by-30-foot booth for product and service sales Logo recognition on four television Designated Market Areas: Omaha-Council Bluffs, Lincoln, Sioux City and Grand Island/Kearney Air show sponsor tag on radio advertising Air show sponsor tag and logo on official air show poster Logo recognition on billboards Logo recognition on index page of official air show Web site with link back to your Web site 30-second commercials at air show, 8 per day, pre-recorded by you Flight line promotion with your logo on air show banners Sponsorship announcements at air show Supper with air show pilots sponsorship recognition (25) Weekend air show passes (4) Tickets to Friday-night Supper with the Air Show Pilots (2) Tickets for airplane rides (4) VIP parking passes Morning guided tour of flight line for 10 Use of Nebraska Airfest and 2012 State Fly-in logo in cross promotions 4
PILOT IN COMMAND SPONSOR $2,500 As a PILOT IN COMMAND LEVEL SPONSOR you will receive: On-site corporate presence in a 20-by-20-foot booth for product and service sales 30-second commercials at air show, 4 per day, pre-recorded by you Fuel sponsorship recognition with signage at 2 airplanes Flight line promotion with your logo on air show banners Logo recognition on official air show poster Logo recognition on sponsor page of air show Web site with link back to your Web site Sponsorship announcements at air show (15) Weekend air show passes (4) Tickets to Friday-night Supper with the Air Show Pilots (4) VIP parking passes Morning guided tour of flight line for 6 Use of Nebraska Airfest and 2012 State Fly-in logo in cross promotions WINGMAN SPONSOR $1,000 As a WINGMAN LEVEL SPONSOR you will receive: Flight line promotion with your logo on air show banners Sponsorship announcements at air show Logo recognition on sponsor page of official air show Web site with link back to your Web site (10) Weekend air show passes (5) Weekend air show passes donated to a charity or benevolent organization on your behalf (2) Tickets to Friday-night Supper with Air Show Pilots (3) VIP parking passes Use of Nebraska Airfest and 2012 State Fly-in logo in cross promotions 5
FAMILY FLYER BOOSTER $500 As a FAMILY FLYER LEVEL BOOSTER you will receive: (8) Weekend air show passes (2) VIP parking passes Public announcement at air show Name recognition on air show Web site DUAL BOOSTER $250 As a DUAL LEVEL BOOSTER you will receive: (4) Weekend air show passes (1) VIP parking pass Public announcement at air show Name recognition on air show Web site Thank you for your support of Nebraska Airfest and 2012 State Fly-in. Make checks payable to Nebraska Airfest, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. To become a sponsor of Nebraska Airfest and 2012 State Fly-In, please contact Christopher Amundson at 1-800-777-6159. 6
Event Schedule April 1, 2012 - Sponsor deadline. May 1, 2012 - Vendor deadline. Friday, June 1, 2012-12 p.m. Flying competition registration deadline. Young Eagle aircraft/pilot registration deadline. CAP and volunteer registration deadline. Friday, June 15, 2012 Arrival of Civil Air Patrol cadets and adults. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Early arrival of air show performers, general aviation aircraft, military aircraft and balloon pilots. Vendor and sponsor set-up. 5 p.m. Airport campground opens. 5 p.m. -9 p.m. Vendor setup. 6 p.m. Supper with Air Show Pilots Meet, greet and eat with the air show performers and say thank you to Nebraska Airfest sponsors. Proceeds support the continuation of Nebraska Airfest, a 501(c)3 non-profit. Location: Barnstormer s Restaurant. $35 per person 7-10 p.m. Entertainment at the Viaero Great American Comedy Festival. Location: Johnny Carson Theater in Norfolk 8-10 p.m. Balloon glow by Nebraska Balloon Club. Saturday, June 16, 2012 6 a.m.-8 a.m. Balloon launch by Nebraska Balloon Club. 7 a.m. Gates open to public with access to all airport grounds, educational events, flying demonstrations and air shows. Buy tickets at www.nebraskaairfest.com 7 a.m. Vendor and sponsor booths open. 7-8 a.m. Military aircraft arrive. Static displays open. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Nebraska State Fly-in and pancake breakfast. Sponsored by EAA Chapter 918. Location: North ramp and north hangars. $5/person. (Fly-in pilots and passengers FREE). Buy tickets at the door. 7 a.m.-11 a.m. Young Eagle rides sponsored by EAA Chapter 918 and other Nebraska EAA Chapters. Free rides to children 17 and younger. Sign up at the north hangars. Come early limited availability. 8 a.m. Opening remarks, presentation of colors and press conference. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Seminar Our panel of experts discuss the future of regional air transportation in Nebraska. 9-11 a.m. Remote control aerobatic demonstrations. Location: Midway. 9:30-10 a.m. Preflight briefing for pilots and crew registered for today s flying competition. 10-11 a.m. Seminar Can I Fly Light Sport Aircraft? All events and times subject to change. 7
Event Schedule 11 a.m.-1 p.m. AIRPORT CLOSED TO INCOMING AND OUTGOING TRAFFIC 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Flying Competition Pilots and their crews compete for prizes in a 1,000-foot high water balloon bombing contest. 12-1 p.m. Aerobatic Performances We have a mix of Nebraska aerobatic performers and national stars to dazzle and amaze. 1 p.m. AIRPORT OPENS TO INCOMING AND OUTGOING TRAFFIC 1-2 p.m. Seminar Nebraska s Fatal Air Crashes of World War II by Author Jerry Penry 2-4 p.m. Remote control aerobatic demonstrations. Location: Midway. 2-2:45 p.m. Seminar Learn to fly: University of Nebraska- Omaha s Aviation Institute 2:45-3:30 p.m. Seminar Learn to fly: University of Nebraska-Kearney 3:30-4:15 p.m. Seminar Learn to fix airplanes: Western Nebraska Community College Aviation Maintenance 5 p.m. Military aircraft depart Vendors close 8-10 p.m. Balloon glow by Nebraska Balloon Club. 7-10 p.m. Entertainment at the Viaero Great American Comedy Festival. Location: Johnny Carson Theater in Norfolk Sunday, June 17, 2012 6 a.m.-8 a.m. Balloon launch by Nebraska Balloon Club. 7 a.m. Gates open to public with access to all airport grounds, educational events, flying demonstrations and air shows. Buy tickets at www.nebraskaairfest.com 7 a.m. Vendor and sponsor booths open. 7-8 a.m. Military aircraft arrive. Static displays open. 7-10 a.m. Nebraska State Fly-in omelet breakfast. Sponsored by EAA Chapter 918. Location: Barnstormer s Restaurant Buy tickets at the door. 7 a.m.-11 a.m. Young Eagle rides sponsored by EAA Chapter 918 and other Nebraska EAA Chapters. Free rides to children 17 and younger. Sign up at the north hangars. Come early limited availability. 7:30-8:30 a.m. Tribute to veterans, followed by religious service. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Seminar Sharpie: Nebraska s Aviatrix 9-11 a.m. Remote control aerobatic demonstrations. Location: Midway. 9:30-10 a.m. Preflight briefing for pilots and crew registered for today s flying competition. 10-11 a.m. Seminar Learn to Fly: Ground School 101 Lecture by Greg Finzen, The Art of Aeronautical Decision Making All events and times subject to change. 8
Event Schedule 11 a.m.-1 p.m. AIRPORT CLOSED TO INCOMING AND OUTGOING TRAFFIC 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Flying Competition Pilots compete for prizes in our spot landing contest. 12-1 p.m. Aerobatic Performances We have a mix of Nebraska aerobatic performers and national stars to dazzle and amaze. 1 p.m. AIRPORT OPENS TO INCOMING AND OUTGOING TRAFFIC 1-5 p.m. Learn to Fly introductory flights with an FAA certified flight instructor. 15-minute and 30-minute flights and your very own pilot log book. 2-3 p.m. Seminar Air show Pilot Q&A Location: Education building 3-4 p.m. Seminar Composite Aircraft and Modern Manufacturing Location: Education building 4-5 p.m. Aviation Seminar by Matt Herman Location: Education building 5 p.m. Closing ceremonies. Location: South ramp Location: North ramp Cost: Talk to instructor 5 p.m. Military aircraft depart. Vendor and sponsor booths close. 5-10 p.m. Entertainment at the Viaero Great American Comedy Festival. Location: Education building Buy tickets at www.nebraskaairfest.com 1-2 p.m. Seminar Glass Panel Cockpits and Today s Avionics Location: Johnny Carson Theater in Norfolk 2-4 p.m. Remote control aerobatic demonstrations. Location: Midway All events and times subject to change. We invite you to join us as a sponsor for our 2012 event. We would be pleased to provide you with more information about this exciting event! To become a sponsor, please contact Christopher Amundson at 1-800-777-6159. 9