Flyover for the Nova game

[Carl Spackler]

We should move the games to the long term lot at Bradley. People could watch planes go back and forth like Shea Stadium and we'd capture that population of people whose flights are delayed.

I appreciate the attempt at ironic humor, but this is fantastically bad. Lol.

The bald eagle is a cool thing. I hope jonathan isn't a bird hater. Then again, him trying to track the bird might be worth a watch.

 

[John]

You'll recall that 2 (?) years ago a B-25 did a flyover at The Rent. T'was cool.

 

[Chin Diesel]

Full write up about the Ga Tech Flyover.

http://archive.navytimes.com/article/20100319/NEWS/3190318/Pilots-grounded-good-after-low-flyover

Two F/A-18E Super Hornet pilots from Strike Fighter Squadron 136 have been permanently grounded for flying too low before a Georgia Tech football game Nov. 7, according to a source.

The pilots, both mid-'90s graduates of Georgia Tech, flew over Bobby Dodd Stadium in downtown Atlanta at just a few hundred feet above the stadium, under the 1,000 feet minimum required by Navy rules.

 

[minidarren]

We should move the games to the long term lot at Bradley. People could watch planes go back and forth like Shea Stadium and we'd capture that population of people whose flights are delayed.

You think the rental security guards at Rentschler are bad? Could you imagine the insufferable TSA agents if this were to happen? Not only would there be no more standing behind the red line, but we would all be subject to taint searches.

 

[CL82]

Full write up about the Ga Tech Flyover.

http://archive.navytimes.com/article/20100319/NEWS/3190318/Pilots-grounded-good-after-low-flyover

Two F/A-18E Super Hornet pilots from Strike Fighter Squadron 136 have been permanently grounded for flying too low before a Georgia Tech football game Nov. 7, according to a source.

The pilots, both mid-'90s graduates of Georgia Tech, flew over Bobby Dodd Stadium in downtown Atlanta at just a few hundred feet above the stadium, under the 1,000 feet minimum required by Navy rules.

 

[Carl Spackler]

From the youtube video those F18 pilots were pretty damn close to at least one big building in Atlanta after clearing the stadium airspace. A few hundred feet might be generous at that point. I have no idea why the landing gear would be purposely down other than to create even more noise and turbulence unless for some reason an F18 is more manueverable at low speed low altitude with gear down than up. Judging by their CO's resulting actions, I'm guessing that is not a characteristic of an F18.

Dumb pilots.

 

[CTGoonie]

Looks like in addition to the eagle flyover during the national anthem there will be a F-15 flyover as well.

 

[John]

Looks like in addition to the eagle flyover during the national anthem there will be a F-15 flyover as well.

Is there a SuperLike button?

 

[pepband99]

1 flyover, 1 flapover. sweet.

 

[John]

Looks like in addition to the eagle flyover during the national anthem there will be a F-15 flyover as well.

I've seen -15s flying when they used to come out of Otis ANG base on Cape Cod. There is nothing better than F-15s, I know they're considered "yesterday" but my God are they awesome to watch.

 

[sportsart]

My all time favorite flyover. UConn vs ND. Whoever did this video was in the UConn section and at the end it sounds like your wife @Nostical. Goose bumps from the flyover and the game itself.

 

[Dogged]

From the youtube video those F18 pilots were pretty damn close to at least one big building in Atlanta after clearing the stadium airspace. A few hundred feet might be generous at that point. I have no idea why the landing gear would be purposely down other than to create even more noise and turbulence unless for some reason an F18 is more manueverable at low speed low altitude with gear down than up. Judging by their CO's resulting actions, I'm guessing that is not a characteristic of an F18.

Dumb pilots.

I was
At a lacrosse game, sorry, scrimmage at Westpoint a few years ago. No flyover was expected but an A-10 flew over the stadium at the start of the scrimmage. Almost peed my pants! Don't know the altitude but it was close! Holy Moly!

 

[Doggie Style]

Almost sad that you had to make the connection for some people.

As for military jets, -22's out of Langley would be the closest combat jets that are Pratt powered and not 30 years old.

Aren't there F15's out on the Cape at Edwards?

 

[John]

Aren't there F15's out on the Cape at Edwards?

they moved, they're now out of Westfield

 

[Dooley]

My all time favorite flyover. UConn vs ND. Whoever did this video was in the UConn section and at the end it sounds like your wife @Nostical. Goose bumps from the flyover and the game itself.

I'm fairly sure that I saw myself in this video when he panned over to his right. Was a cool moment indeed. The sound vibration almost equalled the vibration from Greg Lloyd's hit on Armando Allen.

 

[Bonehead]

 

[jdb50]

The A-10's were bad ass and it seemed they flew around CT lower than 1000 feet when they were at Bradley. They would come by often on practice runs and for parades on Memorial Day. I saw an F15 swing by Marconi Beach in August one year and he put on a show for a few minutes flying by upside down one pass and going straight up on another. LOUD! Should be fun tomorrow everyone. Enjoy! We have waited long enough for improved UConn football.

 

[Woof 101]

Nope - I was wrong whaler - 4 jumpers made the jump that night in 2010, and 2 of them landed outside the stadium. Windy night, and they probably went out in pairs, and the timing and wind, one pair didn't make it. I remember them carrying game balls. Pretty cool.

Army Rangers or not they had MORE than game balls for jumping that night !!!!

 

[uconnfan68]

Be thankful it wasn't a supersonic low pass by some of the planes out there. They do it routinely and it will scare the poop right out of you.

Used to happen a lot when I was young... no regs about sonic booms until '60s at least.

 

[tjhusky]

UConn vs. Villanova Gameday Guide



UCONN FOOTBALL IS BACK!!



Break out the brats, burgers and dogs - UConn Football’s season opener vs. Villanova is finally here. Thursday night kicks-off our 2015 home schedule in the recently renamed Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. With so much excitement around the new season and so many activities taking place before kickoff, make sure to check out the guide below and plan out your gameday.


UConn Huskies vs. Villanova

Sponsored by: Webster Bank

7:30 PM KICKOFF


2:30 PM Season Ticket Holder Early Access to Parking Lots/Tailgating

Season ticket holders may now enter the stadium an hour before lots open to the public. Please follow your normal parking entry instructions printed on the back of your season parking pass. Only season parking pass holders enjoy this benefit so please display your parking pass when you enter the stadium.



2:30 PM Fan Fest Open (Between Gates A & B)

Take a stroll over to the family-friendly ‘Fan Fest’, located between Gates A and B. Featuring inflatables, contests, giveaways, player cut-outs and more, Fan Fest is the best place to spend time with friends and family before heading into the stadium. Special for the 2015 Home Opener – All aboard the Ice Bus! The UConn Men’s Ice Hockey team will be signing autographs from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Marketing tent. Team posters will be available for autographs - please no personal items.



3:30 PM Parking Lots/Tailgating Open to Public

Four hours to kickoff and that means parking lots are open. Get in early and get the grill going! For the full list of tailgating policies, please CLICK HERE. Don’t forget to use #UConnTailgate all season long when posting pictures of your gameday setup!



5:15 PM Greet the Huskies at Husky Walk

Say hello to the band, cheerleaders and Jonathan as you make your way over to Husky Walk to meet the team as they enter the stadium. The team buses will be arriving in just a few minutes – get there early to save your spot and high-five the team before they take the field.



6:00 PM UConn Men’s Hockey Autograph Session (Fan Fest)

Make your way back to Fan Fest for your first chance to meet the 2015-16 UConn Men’s Hockey team. Kids – grab a poster and get your favorite players autograph before heading in to the game. Season ticket information will be available at the autograph session.



6:00 PM Stadium Gates Open

Get in early to catch pregame warmups!



**Reminder fans – For the safety of our guests, all bags are subject to search upon entry and are subject to additional searches within the stadium. Backpacks or oversized bags are not permitted. Purses/tote bags that are smaller than 12" x 12" x 6" will be permitted. Diaper bags are permitted in the company of a small child. Bags carrying medical needs will also be permitted and are subject to search by venue personnel.



7:00 PM Pregame Begins (Flyover/Challenger the Bald Eagle/Team Entrance)

We’re kicking off the new season with a rousing tribute to America. Immediately following the UConn Marching Band’s rendition of the “Battle Hymn of the Republic”, two F-15C fighter jets will fly over the stadium. Toward the conclusion of the National Anthem, Challenger the Bald Eagle will soar over fans and the band, signaling the start of the new season. Stay standing and keep the cheering going because the team is about to take the field!



This is one pregame you don’t want to miss – MAKE SURE YOU GET IN EARLY!



7:30 PM KICKOFF

GET LOUD AND GET READY – UCONN vs. VILLANOVA IS ABOUT TO KICKOFF!



HALFTIME UCMB Show

Enjoy the UConn Marching Band’s first show of the season, which includes a special performance by UConn professor and world-renowned violinist, Solomiya Ivakhiv.




UConn Football is back! Start the season with good friends, food, football and fun. #BleedBlue all season long and GO HUSKIES!