Sen. Franken Named Honorary Chair for Duluth Airshow

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Sen. Franken Named Honorary Chair for Duluth Airshow

May 1, 2012 Updated May 1, 2012 at 2:46 PM CDT

Washington, D.C. (Northland's NewsCenter) -- U.S. Senator Al Franken will be the honorary chair for the 2012 Duluth Airshow.

"I couldn't be prouder that Duluth is home to such a prestigious event ... I can't wait to see all the action this September," Senator Franken said.

The Duluth Airshow is the largest air show in Minnesota and will feaure a lineup of performers from across the world.

Some performers will include the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, a Czechoslovakian MiG-21demonstration and many more.

Sen. Franken has been working with the aviation community; he has successfully made the 148th Fighter Wing an Active Association unit.

Sen. Franken has supported funding for Essential Air Service and joined the General Aviation Caucus in February 2012.

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