Band
Seniority of VIPs determined
Area roped off
Loudspeaker repairman on hand
Grandstand or area for public to stand in
Availability of band determined
Leader fully briefed
Schedule prepared
Music selected
Uniforms determined
Arrangements made for necessary props, such as music stands and lights
Arrangements made for public address system, if necessary
Transportation for members and instruments arranged
Regulations on use of bands checked
Aircraft Participation
Type of air show determined
Determination made that minimum field requirements have been met and
appropriate facilities are available, including:
Types of aviation fuel, oil, jet starters, oxygen
Refueling methods
Arresting gear/jet barriers
Weight-bearing capacity for single/dual wheel aircraft
Agreement obtained from sponsor to cover TAD costs of armed forces
participants and public liability and property damage insurance, if required.
Permission obtained from appropriate authority
Federal Aviation Administration waiver (if required) requested and
approved
Nonparticipating, qualified pilot designated as military controller of the
event to ensure that all flight and safety regulations of the Service and
Federal Aviation Administration are observed
Aviation operations officer consulted concerning:
Program
Types and sources of aircraft to be used
Maneuvers to be performed and facilities for viewing by crowd, VIPs,
media, etc.
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