Oshkosh
AirVenture - "Blue Angels" Ford Mustang salutes 100 years of naval aviation
- As you plan preview and on-site coverage of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, you and your audience might be interested to know the worlds of Ford Motor Company's iconic Mustang and U.S. Navy aviation join together this year in the new one-off "Blue Angels" Ford Mustang GT, produced exclusively for the world's greatest aviation event.
The vehicle, paying tribute to the centennial anniversary of naval aviation in the United States Navy, will be auctioned for charity during the Gathering of Eagles event, held the week of EAA AirVenture on July 28, to support the EAA Young Eagles organization, fostering the education of the next generation of young pilots.
Inspired by the Blue Angels naval aviation performance demonstration team and their F-18 Hornet aircrafts, the "Blue Angels" Mustang features:
Ford Racing super-charged 5.0L V8 engine, producing 624 horsepower
Ford Racing components: handling pack, performance exhaust, race track brakes
Custom paint courtesy of Creations n' Chrome, unlike any other vehicle on the market (chrome blue with "screaming yellow" gloss accents)
Blue Angels script and crest on the exterior and stitched into the vehicle's leather Recaro racing seats
Blue Angels script in illuminated sill plates and puddle lamps that project jet images when the doors open Much more
Mustang Chief Designer Darrell Behmer, Design Manager Melvin Betancourt and Mustang Chief Nameplate Engineer Dave Pericak lead the design and engineering team. Interviews may be available upon request.
Additional details appear in the Ford Motor Company release pasted below, including how to pre-qualify for the auction. High-res photos of the vehicle are available for download at http://FordAirVenture.com or can be sent upon request.
The one-off “Blue Angels” Mustang will be on display in the Ford Hangar at Wittman Regional Airport during much of the week of AirVenture. It is among several new elements and many perennial favorites Ford brings to Oshkosh this year, including:
Opening Day concert featuring REO Speedwagon
Performance by Da BLOOZE Bros (one of only three groups official sanctioned by Dan Aykroyd and the John Belushi estate)
200-ft. naval-themed zipline, power jump trampoline system and rock climbing wall (media welcome to participate) Hank the Talking Robot (Ford Hangar master narrator)
Presenting sponsor of the Fly-In Theater, with a lineup including Harrison Ford and George Lucas as presenters
John Force Racing Traveling Road Show
Cruisin’ Legends car shows and Model T rides
Ford Hangar autograph sessions, scheduled to include Jack Roush, John Force, astronauts and pilots
Ford “Blue Angels” Mustang Salutes 100 Years of U.S. Navy Aviation, Supports Education Program for Young Aviators
- One-of-a-kind 2012 Ford Mustang design inspired by the acclaimed Blue Angels naval aviation demonstration team to be sold at charity auction July 28 at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
- Sale will benefit the EAA Young Eagles organization
- Since 2006, Ford auction vehicles have collectively raised more than $1.3 million to support Young Eagles
- Ford is the exclusive automotive partner of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
