2024 Regular Session ENROLLED
SENATE CONCURRENT RESOL UTION NO. 42
BY SENATOR CLOUD
A CONCURRENT RESOL UTION
To recognize and honor the Titan Aerobatic Team for their outstanding contributions to the
field of aerobatics and aviation and their role in enriching the cultural heritage of
airshows.
WHEREAS, the Titan Aerobatic Team, originally founded in 1984 as the North
American Aerobatic Team by Alan Henley and Steve Gustafson, has become one of the most
revered and recognized aerobatic teams in North America; and
WHEREAS, the team has demonstrated unparalleled skill and precision in their
performances, thrilling millions of spectators across North and Central America with their
tight formations, impressive aerobatics, and the distinctive sound of their radial engines; and
WHEREAS, the team's members, including notable pilots such as Mark Henley,
Bryan Regan, Steve Gustafson, and Jimmy Fordham, have collectively amassed tens of
thousands of hours of flight experience, showcasing their dedication and passion for
aviation; and
WHEREAS, the Titan Aerobatic Team has maintained a commitment to aviation
excellence, inspiring countless young aviators and contributing to the community through
their awe-inspiring performances and participation in various charitable events; and
WHEREAS, the team has persevered through challenges, including the serious injury
of co-founder Alan Henley, demonstrating resilience and dedication to their craft and their
fans; and
WHEREAS, the team has evolved over the years, with significant milestones
including their sponsorship by AeroShell from 2000 until 2023, after which they proudly
took on the mantle of the Titan Aerobatic Team under the sponsorship of TITAN Aviation
Fuels.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby
recognize and honor the Titan Aerobatic Team for their outstanding contributions to the field
of aerobatics and aviation and their role in enriching the cultural heritage of airshows.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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