What civilian air show acts does Tryg Aviation fly?

Tryg Aviation flies three civilian air show acts: the seven-minute daytime AgCat Demo, the five-minute NightCat nighttime pyrotechnic demonstration, and the ten-minute Viking 12 Race Plane Demo in the Edge 540 v3. All three are flown by Mike Tryggvason.

Can we still book a wing walking performance?

No. Military duties called Sam off the wing, so wing walking is no longer offered. The AgCat still flies as the daytime AgCat Demo and as NightCat after dark. New this season is a third act: the Edge 540 race plane demo, flown as Viking 12.

Is this still Sam and Mike?

Yes. Mike Tryggvason flies all three demonstrations. He and Sam Tryggvason operate Tryg Aviation together, the same way they operated Wing Walker Sam.

Where do we send a contract or date inquiry?

Request availability at our new website, airshows.trygaviation.com, or contact us directly by email at sam@trygaviation.com. Sending it is a date inquiry, not a commitment, and you will hear back within three business days.

What performances does Tryg Aviation offer instead of wing walking?

Tryg Aviation offers three demonstrations: the seven-minute daytime AgCat Demo in the Grumman G-164A, the five-minute NightCat nighttime pyrotechnic demonstration in the same AgCat, and the ten-minute Viking 12 Race Plane Demo in the Zivko Edge 540 v3. All three are flown by Mike Tryggvason.

Does Tryg Aviation fly military open houses / over-water / remote sites?

Yes. Tryg Aviation flies military open houses, and both aircraft routinely perform at onsite, remote, and over-water venues. Funding options are available upon request for military shows.

Wing walking is no longer offered. Mike and Sam Tryggvason now book three Tryg Aviation demonstrations for 2027 and 2028: the daytime AgCat Demo, the nighttime NightCat Demo, and the Edge 540 Viking 12 Race Plane Demo. Request a date at airshows.trygaviation.com or email sam@trygaviation.com.

A note for air show organizers

The act has evolved.The mission has not.

If you came to book Wing Walker Sam, you are still in the right family. Military duties called Sam off the wing. Mike and Sam Tryggvason now book three demonstrations, day and night, through Tryg Aviation.

Request availability See the three performances

Wing walking is no longer offered. Mike and Sam are building the 2027 and 2028 coast-to-coast route now, and would like to plan it with you.

For organizers and committees

A North American air show team.

Tryg Aviation is a North American air show demonstration team. Mike Tryggvason flies three bookable acts coast to coast: a seven-minute daytime AgCat Demo, a five-minute NightCat pyro demo, and a ten-minute Viking 12 Edge 540 race-plane demo. The team performs at civilian shows, USAF open houses, and onsite, remote, and over-water sites. Request 2027 or 2028 dates at airshows.trygaviation.com or email sam@trygaviation.com.

Territory: Coast to coast across North America
Pilot: Mike Tryggvason
Operators: Mike and Sam Tryggvason
Acts: Three demonstrations, day and night
Aircraft: Grumman G-164A AgCat and Zivko Edge 540 v3
Venues: Onsite, remote, and over-water
Military shows: USAF open houses; funding on request
Booking window: 2027 and 2028
Reply time: Within three business days
Contact: sam@trygaviation.com

Current Tryg Aviation air show demonstrations
Act	When	Aircraft	Length
AgCat Demo	Day	Grumman G-164A AgCat	7 minutes
NightCat Demo	Night	Grumman G-164A AgCat	5 minutes
Viking 12 Race Plane Demo	Day	Zivko Edge 540 v3	10 minutes

Wing walking is no longer offered. All three current acts are flown by Mike Tryggvason. Times can be adjusted to fit your program.

How we got here

Founded on the wing.Now flying as Tryg Aviation.

Mike and Sam Tryggvason are longtime air show performers who met in the industry and later married. They founded Tryg Aviation with their inaugural act, Wing Walker Sam: Mike flying, Sam on the wing.

Beginning in 2026 the company announced Viking 12 Racing, one of eight international teams in the Air Race X series, operating an Edge 540 v3 in both competition and aerobatic demonstration. When military duties called Sam off the wing, they converted the AgCat into the NightCat pyrotechnic platform and expanded its capability to daytime and nighttime aerobatic performances.

While the performances have evolved, the mission has not.

We'd love to support your show. Please request availability for any of the three current acts at our new website, airshows.trygaviation.com, or contact us directly by email at sam@trygaviation.com.

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Mike and Sam Tryggvason standing with the Grumman AgCat. — Mike and Sam Tryggvason operate Tryg Aviation together, with precision, safety, and a deep respect for the audience.

Three performances · two airplanes

What you can book now

All three are flown by Mike Tryggvason. Times can be adjusted to fit your program. The earlier we hear from you, the more room we have to work around your weekend.

The Grumman G-164A AgCat in a steep bank, trailing white smoke over the show line.

Day

AgCat Demo

7 minutes · Grumman G-164A AgCat

A seven-minute surface-level demonstration built on energy management and precision. Mike flies the modified 450 hp AgCat through a modern barnstorming ballet, painting the sky with dynamic color-changing wingtip smoke while sharing the aircraft’s agricultural and military heritage.

Full act details

The AgCat after dark with wingtip pyrotechnics blooming against a black sky.

Night

NightCat Demo

5 minutes · Grumman G-164A AgCat

Five minutes of graceful surface-level aerobatics that turn the AgCat into a pyrotechnic cinema: wingtip pyro, synchronized lighting, and familiar instrumentals. A rare night act, designed by Sam and flown by Mike, built for twilight and after-dark programs.

Full act details

The carbon-composite Zivko Edge 540 v3 racing airplane against a deep blue sky.

Day

Viking 12 Race Plane Demo

10 minutes · Zivko Edge 540 v3

A ten-minute high-energy demonstration in the carbon composite Edge 540 v3 that Mike flies in Air Race X, one of only eight pilots selected worldwide. The act showcases extreme roll rate, speed, and agility, and introduces Viking 12 to the crowd.

Full act details

All performance times can be adjusted to meet the needs of your air show.

One mission

Tryg Aviation exists to inspire the next generation of aviation and STEM professionals, by demonstrating that with courage and determination, even the most ambitious goals are possible.

As a military family, every performance is a tribute to service members, veterans, first responders, and their families. Mike and Sam Tryggvason operate Tryg Aviation with precision, safety, and a deep respect for the audience.

Meet & greets: Short talks and crowd-line interactions are available with a booking.
USAF open houses: Funding options are available upon request for military shows.

For organizers

Questions organizers ask

Is Tryg Aviation an air show performer in North America?: Yes. Tryg Aviation is a North American air show demonstration team. Mike Tryggvason flies three bookable acts coast to coast at civilian shows, USAF open houses, and onsite, remote, and over-water venues.
What civilian air show acts does Tryg Aviation fly?: Tryg Aviation flies three civilian air show acts: the seven-minute daytime AgCat Demo, the five-minute NightCat nighttime pyrotechnic demonstration, and the ten-minute Viking 12 Race Plane Demo in the Edge 540 v3. All three are flown by Mike Tryggvason.
Can we still book a wing walking performance?: No. Military duties called Sam off the wing, so wing walking is no longer offered. The AgCat still flies as the daytime AgCat Demo and as NightCat after dark. New this season is a third act: the Edge 540 race plane demo, flown as Viking 12.
Is this still Sam and Mike?: Yes. Mike Tryggvason flies all three demonstrations. He and Sam Tryggvason operate Tryg Aviation together, the same way they operated Wing Walker Sam.
Where do we send a contract or date inquiry?: Request availability at our new website, airshows.trygaviation.com, or contact us directly by email at sam@trygaviation.com. Sending it is a date inquiry, not a commitment, and you will hear back within three business days.
What performances does Tryg Aviation offer instead of wing walking?: Tryg Aviation offers three demonstrations: the seven-minute daytime AgCat Demo in the Grumman G-164A, the five-minute NightCat nighttime pyrotechnic demonstration in the same AgCat, and the ten-minute Viking 12 Race Plane Demo in the Zivko Edge 540 v3. All three are flown by Mike Tryggvason.
Does Tryg Aviation fly military open houses / over-water / remote sites?: Yes. Tryg Aviation flies military open houses, and both aircraft routinely perform at onsite, remote, and over-water venues. Funding options are available upon request for military shows.

Now booking 2027 & 2028

Coast-to-Coast Tour

Routing is being built around confirmed shows. Early inquiries receive priority consideration for preferred weekends.

Three demonstrations across two aircraft, day and night.
Performance times can be adjusted to fit your program.
Sending a request is a date inquiry, not a commitment.
We reply within three business days.

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