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The Importance of Veterans Day and the Legacy of Service

Executive Producer of the Hyundai Air and Sea Show, Mickey Markoff, shares the importance of veterans day and the true net worth of leaving a legacy of selfless service. The freedoms we enjoy today didn’t come without sacrifice—they were secured by the bravery and dedication of the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces. Veterans Day, observed every year on November 11, is a…

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Fact Check: Video Does NOT Show B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber Flying To US West Coast From Miami In Missile Defense Relocation

Does the video and caption in a social media post accurately portray a B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber flying over Miami as part of the moving of "missile defense systems" to "locations on the U.S. west coast"? No, that's not true: The footage of the military aircraft flying over a Miami beach actually displays an air show tribute for a holiday event -- not an essential and strategic operation.

The claim appeared in a tweet posted on Twitter (archived here) on June 19, 2023, with the caption:

B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber Flying Over Miami

Reports from military sources that missile defense systems are being moved to locations on the U.S. West Coast. 👀

This is what the post looked like on Twitter at the time of writing:

(Source: Twitter screenshot taken on Thur Jun 29 14:05:49 2023 UTC)

While the video seen in this post does display a B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber aircraft, it is not being flown to a location on the "U.S. west coast" in an attempt to move "missile defense systems."

The footage originated from a video published on YouTube on May 27, 2023, and titled "B2 Spirit Bomber at Miami South Beach Airshow 2023 Memorial Days." An edited video of the B-2 is seen in this tweet posted on the Twitter account of the Hyundai Air & Sea Show on May 28, 2023. The caption in the tweet reads:

✈️The @usairforce B-2's graceful maneuvers and cutting-edge design left us in awe of its sheer power and precision. It was a truly unforgettable sight that reminded us of the extraordinary capabilities of our military aircraft.🤩🔥 #USArmySaluteFest #HyundaiAirandSeaShow

In a June 28, 2023, email, a spokesperson for the Hyundai Air & Sea Show confirmed for Lead Stories that the video in the post was taken at the 2023 Hyundai Air & Sea Show and provided this quote from Mickey Markoff, the executive producer of the National Salute to America's Heroes event that includes the show:

The purpose of the Hyundai Air and Sea Show is to bring back the true spirit of Memorial Day and pay tribute to those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of our freedom. Consisting of the Hyundai Air and Sea Show, Music Explosion, and U.S Army Salute Fest, it showcases the men and women of our Military, available career opportunities, and our nation's state-of-the-art military technology on display and demonstrating their capabilities.

This year the Hyundai Air and Sea Show had all three of our Air Force bombers in attendance. The B2 flew by, making 3 passes on Saturday, May 27th. Both the B1 and B52 were in attendance on both Saturday and Sunday.

Lead Stories reached out to the U.S. Air Force for a statement concerning this claim and will update this fact check if a response is received.

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Air & Sea Show Set for Miami Beach

Preps were underway Friday for the Memorial Day weekend Air& Sea show at Miami Beach.

The military pulled out all the stops to show the public where their tax dollars are going. The Air Force Drill team was at the Coast Guard Station at Opa-locka using their rifles to perfection. Over on South Beach the Army Golden Knights were floating down from the sky.

Saturday and Sunday the Air and Sea show will feature equipment from the sea, and planes racing across the sky. The Navy’s demonstration team - the Blue Angels - will perform, so will a list of other U.S. Air Force and Marine aircraft.

A P-51 Mustang will highlight the accomplishments of the Tuskegee Airmen, the black fighter pilots during World War II. The weekend honoring military service is the brain child of Mickey Markoff, the show's executive producer.

"The Hyundai Air and Sea show is all about saying thanks to the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice, and we really need to bring back the true spirit of what Memorial day is all about," Markoff said.

"I am very proud of the work that they do every day. Here in the 7th Coast Guard District we save over a thousand lives per year. Seize tons of illegal drugs," Coast Guard Rear Admiral Peter Brown said. "We stop illegal migration and stop criminals from coming in across our borders at sea."

Also on Friday, more than 100 high schools student signed up for all branches of the military and took the oath.

"When we see these young men and women swearing in, we see the future as bright and know they know what it means to protect our country. So it's a great weekend for all of us," said Miami-Dade Commissioner Jose “Pepe” Diaz.

For details on the Air and Sea show, click here.

Photo Credit: NBC 6 Air & Sea Show Set for Miami Beach published first on Miami News

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Aviation History Month: Honoring the Heroes that Shaped the Skies

Air and Sea Show Executive Producer Mickey Markoff reflects on the rich history of aviation and our heroes in the skies. Every November, Aviation History Month offers us an opportunity to reflect on one of humankind’s greatest achievements: the power of flight. From the Wright brothers‘ pioneering experiments to the advent of supersonic jets, aviation has transformed the way we connect, explore,…

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Air and Sea Show Executive Producer Mickey Markoff writes about his expertise in event production in South Florida.

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Check out Air and Sea Show Executive Producer Mickey Markoff on the Movie Database and learn more about Gold Star Tribute: A National Salute to America's Heroes, narrated by Peter Berg.

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Check out Mickey Markoff’s new YouTube channel for videos on air and sea shows, our nation’s heroes, marketing, and more!

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Do you have a story to tell? We want to hear it. Join Mickey Markoff and the writers of “Warrior Stories”, a place where warriors of all kinds can share their creative works. Here, you’ll find resources on veteran mental health and wellness, poetry, short stories, and more. 

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Check out Mickey Markoff’s new Vimeo, with videos from air and sea shows past from the beaches of South Florida! Keep an eye out on this space for more videos on air and sea shows, our nation’s heroes, and the latest info on the upcoming air and sea show, A National Salute to America’s heroes, sponsored by Hyundai. It debuts Memorial Day weekend 2021, so keep your eyes on the skies!