With the wide variety of performers and aircraft on the airshow circuit today, Jon has chosen to concentrate on flying freestyle maneuvers in a modern bi-plane. 

The bi-plane has a classic look, but Jon keeps the audiences attention with his aggressive performance style.  His belief is to keep the "show" like watching a movie at the theatre...right in front of the audience.

He takes time prior to the show to “mingle” with the crowd to meet and greet them.  This allows him to build a relationship with the airshow fans, which in turn, makes them feel as if they are part of his performance.  As he flies the routine, Jon can narrate from the cockpit the different forces he is feeling.  As an example, check out the In-Flight interview video in the Multi-Media Section.

Jon also describes the basics of how he flies the airplane, allowing pilots and non pilots alike to enjoy hearing while seeing what he is doing. 

Many people, including Television reporters, ask Jon why he is an airshow pilot.  It's a very good question and so Jon answers this with:

"Being an airshow pilot allows me to give back to aviation, something that I am truly passionate about.   Also, it allows me the great opportunity to demonstrate what an airplane can do.  Believe me, I too am amazed at what an airshow airplane can do.  I've always been an airshow fan, so being real with and in front of the crowd is what makes this all so special."

After his performance, Jon is always available to answer questions and sign autographs as being “approachable” is the key to Jon’s special relationship with the crowd.