There are plans to re-open as a much larger and more aviation themed attraction in the future. Also voting no on the grant were Commission Chair Rita Pritchett, and Commissioners Rob Feltner, Tom Goodson and John Tobia. The money will be used to help pay for the expansion of Valiant's Warbird Museum and creation of an event center on the site. if(inputText.value.match(mailformat)) These are the other tiers of grants: The grant also cannot exceed 20% of the organization's most recent event budget. A TBM Avenger from the Valiant Air Command performing at the Cocoa Beach Air Show in Florida put on a show for some people on the beach on Saturday when the pilot set it down in the surf for a textbook ditching. Professional narration and music will further enhance your viewing experience! We have a special gate at the edge of the waterfront in both areas for guests to come and go from the water. Many TDC members felt it was inappropriate for such a large grant to go to the private developer of the Westin project, Driftwood Capital, when they believe the hotel complex would be built with or without the grant. Support local journalism. You will be allowed to bring a hand-held personal or beach umbrella.