Thousands gathered for the 1st Annual Hawai’i Airshow Invitational at Kona International Airport on Saturday and Sunday. The dream child of Terri Thomas, this show had its beginning in 2003 when Thomas asked Hilo airport manager if she could have an air show. Research and development began immediately, but, ultimately, Thomas determined that the Kona International Airport would provide a better location for the needs of the air show. Years of working with various local and state agencies, and the development of a non-profit organization to help put this dream into place, have paid off…
