Airshow

One of the real joys of living in Roncevalles Village is that some perennial events that make Toronto what it is happen just on the periphery of our little neighbourhood. Caribana is one. The Airshow that closes off the CNE's final weekend is another.

Both events of course bring out the grumbling curmudgeons who can't stand anyone making a bit of noise or having fun for even one second. But, I for one look forward to these kinds of annual happenings. There is nothing quite so comforting as the sound of powerful jet engines screaming by. I usually can't even see then planes from my window, I just feel the house shake from time to time.

Not till I drag my butt out of bed in the early afternoon and get out onto the street can I see the majestic planes being taken through their paces by the talented and daring pilots. The best site this year was a large passenger jet swooping low over the buildings at the foot of Roncesvalles Ave, and out over the lake. You don't often get to see a plane that close up in the city.

Due to the persistent low cloud ceiling I thought for sure the event would be a no-go this year. But no, only the first day was canceled. Sunday and Monday seemed to go off without much of a hitch.

I tried taking a few pictures, but I guess my camera can't really zoom that far to catch fast flying jets doing formations high in the sky. Oh well. I'm sure you've seen pictures elsewhere.

As to Joe Fiorito's surreal condemnation of the Air Show in the Toronto Star a few days ago, all I can say is get a grip Joe. There are more than enough real issues for you to tie your panties up in a knot about.