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Date: March 27, 2010

Location: Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona

Expected Attendance: 40,000+

Population: 171, 134 Yuma County 142, 361 Imperial County 25, 049 Military personnel, family members, rotational military, civilians, and retirees.

History: MCAS Yuma was built in 1928, but was utilized by the United State Air Force until January 1, 1959, when it was signed over to the Navy. On July 20, 1962, the base became Marine Corps Air Station, Yuma. Since then the main runway has been expanded to 13, 300 feet (enough concrete for 37 miles of two-lane highway)

Today, MCAS Yuma is the busiest air station in the Marine Corps. It is also one of the largest, single contributors to the economy of Yuma County. Its primary mission is to support aerial weapons training for various Marine, U.S. and Foreign Military Forces.

Airshow Attractions:

• World-renowned air acts and display
• US Militay Fighter Jets
• Aircract static display
• Attack Helicopters
• Marine Air/Ground Task Force Demo
• Navy SEALS
• Army Golden Knights Parachute Team
• VSTOL Attack Jet (AV-8B Harrier)
• Army Yuma Proving Ground Displays
• Military Combat Ground Unit Displays
• Air Force Fighter Demonstration
• Food, Beverages and Souvenir Concession