Visit the Goulian Team at Sun ‘n Fun 2012

March 14, 2012 – 6:59 am

Join us at the end of March in Lakeland, FL at the Sun ‘n Fun Fly-In. You can meet the Goulian Aerosports team at our tractor-trailer display all week (see map below)!

Don’t miss out on some fun give-a-ways:
Whelen will be raffling off their state-of-the-art LED landing light [plus a basket full of Goulian and Whelen merchandise]. Two chances to win. Raffle tickets may be found at the Whelen booth (Hangar A – 072) and at our outside exhibit next to Foxtrot taxiway (see map below). No purchase necessary.

Goodyear will be raffling* off a ‘photo shoot ride’ where a lucky winner can ride in our photo-ship (Bonanza) to take up close and personal images of Michael flying alongside. The winner will take his/her ride on Saturday night after the air show. No rain date scheduled.
*No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. US Residents, 18 years or older.

Mike’s performing in the air show on Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Be sure to watch!

Full Goulian Schedule:

Tuesday

    
10:00am - 5:00PM Goulian's "Whelen Extra" on display at Whelen display next to Foxtrot taxiway
12:30pm - 12:45pm Mike's interview on Sun 'n Fun Radio 1510 A.M. - tune in!
1:00pm - 1:45pm Autographs at Lycoming Booth Hangar D - #039 - 042

Wednesday

    
10:00am - 5:00PM Goulian's Extra on display at Whelen display next to Foxtrot taxiway
11:00am - 11:45am Autographs at Goodyear Booth Hangar B - #064
1:00pm - 1:45pm Autographs at Lycoming Booth Hangar D - #039-042

Thursday

    
10:00am - 1:00PM Goulian's Extra on display at Whelen display next to Foxtrot taxiway
TBD (PM) Goulian performing in Air Show  
TBD (PM) Autographs after Mike's performance at Whelen display next to Foxtrot taxiway

Friday

    
10:00am - 1:00PM Goulian's Extra on display at Whelen display next to Foxtrot taxiway
TBD (PM) Goulian performing in Air Show  
TBD (PM) Autographs after Mike's performance at Whelen display next to Foxtrot taxiway
4:00pm - 5:15pm Thunderbirds Performance  

Saturday

    
10:00am - 5:00PM Goulian's Extra on display at Whelen display next to Foxtrot taxiway
1:00pm - 1:45pm Goulian and Tucker Autographs at Lycoming Booth Hangar D - #039-042
4:00pm - 5:15pm Thunderbirds Performance  

Sunday

    
10:00am - 1:00PM Goulian's Extra on display at Whelen display next to Foxtrot taxiway
TBD (PM) Goulian performing in Air Show  
TBD (PM) Autographs after performance at Whelen display next to Foxtrot taxiway
4:00pm - 5:15pm Thunderbirds Performance  
     

Please don’t forget to visit the Whelen booth in Hangar A (A-072) and the Goodyear Aviation booth in hangar B (B-064)!

Our outside display is circled on this map – come visit us!


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VIDEO: How Does He Do That: The Entry

March 2, 2012 – 8:46 am

For me, I love the anticipation of the beginning of my air show performance. Sitting on the “perch” high above the air show, you see the entire layout beneath you as you prepare for the next 12 minutes of 100% adrenalin. Come along for a short ride as we enter the “Box” at Alliance Ft. Worth Air Show. Thanks for “strappin In”!!

If you cannot see the video above, please click here.


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Goulian Announces Goodyear Will Co-Sponsor 2012 Air Show Season

February 16, 2012 – 10:30 am

Goulian Aerosports has announced that Goodyear Aviation will join Whelen Engineering as co-title sponsor of Goulian’s 2012 air show season.

“We’re honored and thrilled to have Goodyear Aviation join our family of sponsor partners,” said Mike Goulian, who also serves as Goulian Aerosports’ president

Rendering of the top of Goulian's 2012 aircraft.

“I have relied on Goodyear tires on both my air show planes and the planes we have operated in our flight school for the last 20 years. Goulian Aerosports is very proud to partner with such a legendary and respected brand like Goodyear.”

Goodyear Aviation will become “one of the cornerstones of our air show program, along with some of the industry’s most prestigious aviation manufacturers, including Whelen Engineering, Champion Aerospace, Lycoming and Hartzell,” according to Goulian.

“Mike Goulian’s air show performance is an impressive display of airmanship that combines the precision flying of his competition experience with modern air show aerobatics,” said Bert Aertssen, general manager, global aviation, Goodyear. “He is one of the sport’s luminaries and we are proud to sponsor his 2012 air show season.”

Goulian is a past U.S. National Aerobatic Champion, as well as the winner of the 2008 Budapest Red Bull Air Race. Most recently, he became one of only seven aviators in history to be awarded all three of the airshow industry’s top honors: the ICAS Sword of Excellence, the Art Scholl Memorial Showmanship Award, and the Bill Barber Award for Showmanship.

Rendering of the side view of Goulian's 2012 aircraft.Goodyear developed the world’s first aviation tire in 1909. Since then, Goodyear has been at the forefront of the development of safe, reliable tires used in every segment of the aviation industry. Goodyear Aviation’s tires appear on much of today’s global airline, military and general aviation aircraft fleets.

The sponsorship between Goodyear Aviation and Goulian Aerosports will be highlighted by the Goodyear Advantage Tour, which will stop at several top air shows throughout North America in 2012. Aviall Services, Inc., a leading distributor for a wide range of aviation products, and one of the largest Goodyear Aviation Tire Distributors in the world will also sponsor the tour.

“The Goodyear Advantage Tour will give flight schools, MROs, corporate flight departments and pilots the opportunity to enjoy an ‘all access’ VIP experience at some of our nation’s top air shows while learning about Goodyear Aviation tires,” noted Goulian. “For our guests, a day spent with the Goulian Team at the Advantage Tour event will be a memory for a lifetime.”

More information about the Goodyear Advantage Tour to come!


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Goulian 2012 Air Show Schedule

January 31, 2012 – 3:39 pm

The Goulian air show team will be performing at over 20 of North America’s top air shows in 2012. “This is an exciting year for us as we’ll be performing for the first time at Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Andrews AFB, MD; Rome, GA; Rockford Air Fest, IL; OC Air Show, MD; Cocoa Beach, FL; and Homestead AFB, FL” said Goulian.

In addition to visiting some brand new venues in 2012, Mike and his team are honored to be returning to Dayton and Cleveland, OH, two events that Mike has not performed at for many years. Goulian stated, “We’ve have been looking forward to returning to both of these marquis events for a few years now and 2012 looks like the year where all the stars are aligned to make this happen and we couldn’t be more pleased”.

Goulian will also be returning to some of the shows where he has performed at for many years, such as Quonset, RI. In addition, Goulian will fly at the fast growing Boston Portsmouth Air Show and Westover AFB, MA as well as Brunswick, ME.

You will also find Goulian and his team at the magnificent AirVenture Convention in Oshkosh, WI and Sun ‘n Fun Fly-In in Lakeland, FL. Both of these events bring out the pilots and aviation enthusiasts which allow Goulian and his sponsors to interact with many of their friends, fans, and customers.

All in all, 2012 looks like it will be a very busy and action packed year for Goulian Aerosports. The team hopes to see you at many of the shows this summer.

Click here for the complete 2012 air show schedule.


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VIDEO: How Does He Do That: The Torque Roll

January 4, 2012 – 3:37 pm

I thought it might be fun for fans to take an “insiders look” at some of the different maneuvers that I fly during my air show sequence. To do that, our team is creating a series of short “How Does He Do That” videos. In this series, we’ll let you in on some of the “tricks” to performing some of our favorite maneuvers.

For the first installment in the series, we take you inside the “Torque Roll” to see how it’s choreographed and positioned in our performance. Hang on to your seats as I go vertical into the sky before sliding backwards at almost 100mph!

Can you identify the location where the video was taken?

If you do not see the video below, please click here


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“BEST OF” 2011 PHOTOS

December 26, 2011 – 7:33 pm

2011 took the Goulian Team and our Whelen Extra 330 to many exciting events. Come and take a look back on our great season through our “Best Of” photo recap. Hope you like it!!!

Click HERE to view the photos!!

Michael


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2011 Sword of Excellence Video

December 14, 2011 – 4:24 pm

Take a look at the video that was shown during the ICAS Convention at the beginning of the presentation for the ICAS Sword of Excellence Award. This great video was made by Mike Shore.

If you do not see the video posted below please click here.


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Mike Goulian Wins ICAS Sword of Excellence

December 10, 2011 – 1:05 pm

Mike Goulian has been awarded the International Council of Air Shows Sword of Excellence at a ceremony held Wednesday, December 9th during the organization’s annual convention. The award is presented annually in recognition of contributions made to the air show industry by a group or individual.

The International Council of Air Shows (ICAS) is responsible for promoting the safety, and visibility of air show events, promoters, and performers. Established in 1968, ICAS is recognized as the leading authority within the air show industry. Its members assist in providing regulatory governance to air show events in cooperation with the Federal Aviation Administration.

Goulian has established himself as a leader in the air show industry over the past twenty years. His career has been highlighted by wins at the United States National Aerobatic Championship in both the Advanced and Unlimited categories. Goulian achieved further popularity as a competitor in the former Red Bull Air Race Championship. In the 90s Goulian wrote two books on Aerobatics, popular even today, and used by many aspiring air show and aerobatic pilots: Basic Aerobatics and Advanced Aerobatics. Today, his air show performance is an athletic display of airmanship that combines the precision flying of his competition experience with modern, gyroscopic, high performance aerobatics.

Goulian received the ICAS Sword of Excellence in recognition of his tireless efforts to promote a culture of safety and professionalism within the air show industry. Goulian accepted the award on behalf of his team, stating that his successes reflect the dedication of those around him. In a video released at the awards ceremony, Goulian was praised for setting a standard by which all air show participants are measured. His efforts in the air and on the ground have helped to elevate the stature of the air show business to what it is today.

The ICAS Sword of Excellence is considered the highest honor within the air show industry. Since 1981, the Sword has been presented to those who have made significant, selfless contributions to air shows. Past pilot recipients include Bob Hoover, Patty Wagstaff, Sean D. Tucker, Leo Loudenslager, and The Blue Angels.

Goulian becomes only the seventh air show professional to be awarded all three of the air show industries top honors; the ICAS Sword of Excellence, Art Scholl Memorial Showmanship Award, and the Bill Barber Award for Showmanship.


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ICAS 2011

December 10, 2011 – 1:00 pm

For the entire Goulian Aerosports Team, the 2011 ICAS Convention was a great success. For 2012, we will fly at twenty air shows around the USA. Even more exciting is the fact that we will visit some venues that we have not been to in quite some time and some events where we have never flown.

We were also awarded the ICAS Sword of Excellence which is a huge honor for me but it’s my team that deserves this prestigious award. The hard work and dedication by our team is what sets us apart.

Stay tuned for some really cool videos and photos as well as some exciting sponsor announcements for 2012. We can’t wait to get started!!

Click here for a link to the story on the Sword of Excellence presentation:


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Welcome New Team Member: Chris Porter

November 28, 2011 – 12:55 pm


Mike Goulian Aerosports (MGAS) is pleased to welcome Chris Porter to the organization as its Media and Sponsor Relations Coordinator.

Mike Goulian has spent 20 years performing for air show audiences around the globe. His list of achievements include winning the United States Unlimited Aerobatic Championship, competing in the popular Red Bull Air Race, and receiving both the prestigious Art Scholl Award for Showmanship in 2006, and Bill Barber Award for Showmanship in 2009.

Prior to joining MGAS, Chris Porter acted as a management assistant to several Grammy Award winning music artists, managed a successful flight school, and developed an aerobatic training program in Rhode Island. Flight has always been Porter’s first passion. “I began flying with the sole intention of pursuing a career in the air show industry. Mike and his team have presented me with the opportunity I’ve dreamt about.”

“Chris’s sincere love for air shows and strong work ethic will be a great asset to our team,” added Mike Goulian.

The addition of Chris Porter to MGAS will enhance the organization’s ability to provide the highest level of aerial entertainment in the world while increasing the global presence of the team and their respective sponsors through the development of web-based media and on-site hospitality programs. Porter will also serve as the Relocation Pilot for MGAS, delivering the EXTRA 330SC to each show location throughout the country.

Chris will join the MGAS team at the International Council of Air Shows convention in Las Vegas, NV from December 4 – 7, 2011.


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