2026 Civilian Airshow Acts

Michael L. Terfehr is a premier jet demonstration pilot and a cornerstone of the Traverse City aviation community. As the Owner and President of both 45 North Aviation and Fighter Jets Inc., Michael leverages over 30 years of experience and 14,000+ flight hours across 75 different aircraft types to deliver world-class aviation services and performances.

Recognized as one of the top airshow performers in North America, Michael delivers high-energy aerobatic displays in some of history's most iconic jet aircraft, including the MiG-17F, MiG-15, T-33 Shooting Star, and L-39 Albatross. His precision is rooted in a background as a professional aerobatic competitor, having been trained and coached by Soviet World Champion Sergei Boriak.

A respected leader in the industry, Michael serves as a FAST Lead Card Holder and a Formation Designated Check Pilot Examiner. Now holding a Surface Unrestricted SAC Card, he operates at the highest level of aerial performance allowed in the industry. Whether commanding a Gulfstream or providing expert instruction in vintage warbirds, Michael remains dedicated to the "magic of flight" and inspiring the next generation of aviation professionals.

Originally designed as a trainer for the Royal Canadian Air Force, our 1956 deHavilland Chipmunk has been specially modified for Airshow aerobatics and Skywriting. Nearly 3,000 man-hours over a two year period were spent on developing the GhostWriter into the finest example of a Super Chipmunk. It now boasts a cruising speed of 150mph, and a range of more than 500 miles. It will climb at a rate of 2,500 feet per minute, with a ceiling of 17,500 feet.

If you recognize the airplane, that's no surprise. GhostWriter developed a well established career in the Airshow and Skywriting industry as the Pepsi SkyDancer for 25 years. In 2016 Nathan K. Hammond took the controls and has been captivating audiences with the smooth lines and raw horsepower of the unparalleled Super Chipmunk ever since.

The son of a test pilot dad and a flight instructor mom, RJ has been in the cockpit his entire life. Growing up in Greensboro, North Carolina, he started flying before he was tall enough to see over the instrument panel! He soloed on his 16th birthday and got his private pilot license on his 17th.

RJ developed a passion for aerobatics through radio-control (R/C) flying. He started competing in R/C aerobatics at age 16 in national and international events, representing the US in indoor precision and freestyle aerobatic championships. R/C flying gave him a strong background for "full-scale" aerobatic flying.

RJ earned his bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from North Carolina State University. He got his Decathlon, learned aerobatics, and flew his first airshow… all in the span of only one year. That was only seven short years ago. Since then, RJ has flown more than 200 airshow performances and has logged more than a thousand hours. How is that for up and coming!

RJ is SAC certified for surface-level solo and formation aerobatics, comedy, wingwalking and circle-the-jumper.

At 12, Kyle began announcing his father's performances, sparking his passion for flight. He earned his Private Pilot's License at 21 and later his Commercial Pilot's License and Multi-IFR rating. Today, Kyle performs across North America in his distinctive 1986 Long-EZ aircraft, known for its unique design and captivating night pyrotechnic displays. Kyle is the only active airshow performer in North America flying a Long EZ. In 2026, Kyle Fowler celebrates his 10th year performing at airshows across North America.