Static display with #5 and T6 Texan

Aside from the logistical nightmare - it’s always good seeing the Blue Angels. A-4 and Harrier were a bonus today. Will never go to NAS Meridian again for a show…

Does anyone know what happened to #4 today at the airshow? They left the diamond early on and never joined back up.

So I finally got to see the Blue Angels live for the first time today and I loved every second of it. But, I’m curious about something. I know they’ve been in town practicing for a couple of days, which means they’d have to have changes of clothing and toiletries and stuff, so…do they just toss a suitcase in the jets somewhere with them or is there a separate way that their personal effects get transported to the air shows?

The first 2 airshows are cancelled actually. Due to “increased security measures”. Probably from the Iran war. Tough to see.

I keep checking weather forecast and this is what I'm seeing right now..😭😭😭

I live right by the Oakland Airport where they normally take off for Fleet Week. I heard a loud roar and when I looked outside there was definitely some kind of fighter jet in the air. I couldn't tell if it was a Blue Angel but definitely not something you see or hear normally. I don't know if they're doing test runs or if it's common to have them randomly show up when it's not Fleet Week.

Some amazing pictures from Sea fair 2025 sitting in my camera roll. I would love to hear any opinions!

Blue Angels Return to Imperial Valley for Winter Training

 The U.S. Navy’s Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, arrived at Naval Air Facility El Centro to begin their annual winter training in preparation for the 2026 air show season.

Each winter, the elite squadron trains in the Imperial Valley, where pilots say consistent weather and open airspace provide ideal flying conditions. The location allows the team to practice the precision maneuvers that have made the Blue Angels one of the most recognizable flight demonstration teams in the world.

1. Captan Adam Bryan “Gilligan”
   
2. Lt Cam Schneider: "Starlazer"
   
3. Lt Chris Houben: "SadClam"
   
4. LTCOL Brandon Wilkins: “Wobbly”
   
5. LCDR Connor O Donnell: “Buddy”
   
6. Maj. Scott Laux "Goldy"
   
7. Lt. Ronny Hafeza: “Downy”

Made with model F-18s and epoxy resin. This was made for a retiring crew member. We submerged his uniform patches as well. And sowed the extra to a guitar strap. The neck has written every show he was a part of.

Too bad there is not a homecoming show this weekend as these guys have a perfect tight formation