MAY 16th-17th, 2025
JOIN US FOR OUR 10TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT IN 2025!
Planning for the 2025 TBM Avenger Reunion and Salute to Veterans has begun!
The dates for the 10th Anniversary edition will be May 16th & 17th at Illinois Valley Regional Airport (KVYS) in Peru, Illinois
The United States Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon VIPER Demo Team is coming!! They'll tear up the skies over the Illinois Valley on Friday & Saturday!
We are excited to announce the return of the TITAN Aerobatic Team (formerly AeroShell Aerobatic Team). They'll perform their 4-ship aerobatic routine in their T-6/SNJ Texans. They will be performing their Night Airshow on Friday Night and also their Day Show on Saturday
Friday Night will feature the "TBM Glow", our now famous and copied nighttime TBM Avenger Engine Run-Up. Immediately after the TBM Glow, we'll have FIREWORKS to end the evening.
As usual, we'll have many other great warbirds from World War II and various other eras attending as well as our main contingent of TBM Avengers.
Saturday will be our main Salute to Veterans including our parade and funeral flag procession. We encourage ALL veterans, past and present, to join our parade and funeral flag procession. We also encourage all veteran families to bring their loved one's funeral flag for our "Walk of Honor" procession and to have these flags flown in our TBM Missing Man Formation. There are no limits to how many times you bring your flag so even if you have in the past, you can be a part of this experience again this year.
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Event Info
MARK YOUR CALENDARS for May 16th and 17th, 2025! All times are in Central Daylight Time (CDT). Schedule subject to change without notice due to mechanical considerations, weather conditions, and other matters beyond the control of the Event.
Friday Schedule:
-11 AM - Gates Open
-1 PM - 4 PM Airshow featuring:
-USAF F-16 Fighting Falcon VIPER Demo Team
-US Air Force Heritage Flight (F-16/P-51)
-TBM Avengers
-Illinois Air National Guard C-130H Flyby
-Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star
-2x AD-1 Skyraider
-Fairchild PT-26 Cornell
-Vultee BT-13 Valiant
-North American SNJ/T-6 Texans
-Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor
-Douglas C-47 Skytrain
**Evening Activities INCLUDE concert & beer garden. Plus tons of terrific aircraft on display and MORE!
6 PM - Evening Airshow Begins featuring:
-USAF F-16 Fighting Falcon VIPER Demo Team
-US Air Force Heritage Flight (F-16/P-51)
-JP Mellor Aerobatics in the T-6 Texan "Spanish Lady"
-2x AD-1 Skyraider
-Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star
-Fairchild PT-26 Cornell
-Vultee BT-13 Valiant
-North American SNJ/T-6 Texans
-Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor
-Douglas C-47 Skytrain
After 8 PM:
-Titan Aerobatic Team Night Airshow
-The World Famous TBM Avenger Glow
-FIREWORKS to close the night
Saturday Schedule:
Gates Open at 7 AM for Boy Scout Troop 1055 Breakfast. Come on out for some delicious breakfast
12 Noon - Opening Ceremonies, Veterans Parade & Honor Walk
Veterans Salute
12:20 PM - Missing Man Salute
1 PM - 4:45 PM - Airshow Featuring:
-USAF F-16 Fighting Falcon VIPER Demo Team
-US Air Force Heritage Flight (F-16/P-51)
-TBMs Galore!
-Titan Aerobatic Team
-Skydive Chicago
-JP Mellor Aerobatics in the T-6 Texan "Spanish Lady"
-2x AD-1 Skyraider
-Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star
-Fairchild PT-26 Cornell
-Vultee BT-13 Valiant
-North American SNJ/T-6 Texans
-Beechcraft C-45 Expeditor
-Douglas C-47 Skytrain
Salute to Veterans Parade
In addition to our airshow, we are proud to again feature our Salute to Veterans parade. We are planning a bigger and better parade this year and encourage all veterans to participate so that all can show their appreciation for your service to our country.
10th Anniversary Event Highlights
-USAF F-16 Fighting Falcon VIPER Demo Team
-TITAN Aerobatic Team Day & Night Shows
-TBM Glow (Night Engine Run-Up) on Friday Night
-Heritage Flight
-FRIDAY FIREWORKS!
-Salute to Veterans
-Walk of Honor
-TBM's Galore!
-Music & Beer Garden (Friday Night)
-FM-2 Wildcat
-AD-1 Skyraiders
-T-33 Shooting Star
-Trainer Flight
-Transport Flight
-Skydive Chicago Saturday Show Opening Jump
-C-130H Hercules (Friday ONLY)
-Warbird Rides
-Static Displays
-And MORE
parking & Other information
Parking is FREE
General Parking will be located on mostly grass lots. Please follow directions of our parking workers and police upon arrival. We'll get everyone parked as expeditiously as possible. Please watch for traffic as well. General Parking is in field adjacent to airport...Main Entrance is for Handicapped Parking, VIPs, and Motorcycles!
Handicapped Parking
We will have handicapped parking available. Upon arrival at our main entrance to the airport, let one of our parking workers know that you or someone in your party needs handicapped parking. You will be directed to the appropriate place.
Shuttles for those who need assistance
We will have shuttles and golf carts to transport anyone who needs assistance.
Only Bring What is Necessary
To make it easier on you, we ask that you bring only what you need to the event. We have a large ramp area and you will be doing a lot of walking. Bringing only what you need to enjoy the show (such as chairs, blankets, etc...) will make your day a lot easier. In addition, any items brought in may be subject to search. So, by bringing what is only necessary, will help everything move. NOTE: No chairs are permitted on the ramp. Chairs only allowed in certain grass areas. Please pay attention to volunteer instructions!
No FOD Zone/NO SMOKING/NO DRONE ZONE
Please pick up any trash you see laying around and ensure you are depositing your trash as well. FOD (Foreign Object Debris) could potentially damage aircraft and create a dangerous situation. Lets all work together to keep the ramp clean. In addition, NO SMOKING ON AIRPORT GROUNDS. With fumes and oil in abundance, we cannot have open flame. See "Important Notes" for more details.
We also have a NO DRONE ZONE in effect. This is not only a safety hazard but also a violation of FAA regulations. Drones and Kites may not be flown/operated within 5 nautical miles of Illinois Valley Regional Airport during event days. The airspace is restricted. Please do NOT bring either to the airport.
Departing After the Show
We are expecting a large turnout for both days of our event. We ask that everyone drive carefully when leaving and follow all directions leaving the lot. In addition, please be courteous to fellow attendees. Everyone is just trying to head home after a terrific day of flying. If you can, hang around a bit at the airport until traffic lets up a bit. Just be courteous, be nice, and be understanding.
GA Aircraft
There will be limited ramp space available this year and the ramp is reserved for show aircraft. General Aviation airplane arrivals will be parked in the grass due to this limited ramp space. In addition, it is possible that space may run out. Arrivals are first come, first served.
There will be NO ARRIVALS or DEPARTURES during our waivered airspace times (1 PM to 4 PM and 6 PM to 10 PM on Friday and then 1 PM to 4 PM on Saturday. Check the NOTAMs). In addition, the FAA will be on-site and doing ramp checks. Ensure that all of your paperwork is current, in order, and available.
IMPORTANT NOTES
-No Smoking on Airport Grounds. With fumes and oil in abundance around the airport, we can’t have open flames. If you want to see some good flames, check out the TBM Night Run-up!
-Please DO NOT touch any aircraft.
-Beware of propeller or jet blast!
-Please listen to the instructions of any event volunteers.
-Stay in designated areas
-Admission and Parking are FREE.
-Please feel free to make a donation and also participate in our raffles to help support us.
-Food and beverages will be available for purchase along with limited edition souvenirs.
—All activities are weather permitting. In addition, aircraft scheduled to appear are subject to change for many reasons. Not all may fly.
-Rides are available in some aircraft. Some may require advance purchase otherwise follow signs to aircraft booths!
-Stay hydrated!
-Be nice and courteous to fellow attendees.
-Follow signs into parking areas and follow directions of parking volunteers/police. Avoid any aggressive driving behavior.
-Follow all posted directions on-site.
-Please do not bring any dangerous items. Anything brought in is subject to search.
-Most importantly…have fun and thank a vet!
-All activities take place at KVYS - Illinois Valley Regional Airport)
-NO DRONE ZONE. No Kites! No Helium Filled Balloons!
-NOTE: No chairs are permitted on the ramp. Chairs only allowed in certain grass areas. Please pay attention to security & volunteers
-Leave plenty of time to arrive. We want to ensure you get to see everything you want to see. So please plan to arrive early
**Note: Aircraft appearing are subject to change due to many reasons beyond our control including, but not limited to, maintenance, weather (here or elsewhere) or other issues. We appreciate your understanding. Some aircraft listed may also not fly but just be on display** All activities are weather permitting. Stay tuned to Facebook for updates. Special thanks to pilots, participants, volunteers, and sponsors/partners for making this event possible!
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TBM Avenger Reunion
Illinois Valley Regional Airport, 4251 E Ed Urban Dr, Peru, Illinois 61354, United States