A Glimmer of Hope for Air Shows in North America

Far from the major headlines of the day, an announcement on 22 October should bring a smile to air show organizers and volunteers, folks associated with the charitable organizations which air shows support, aviation enthusiasts and taxpayers who like to see their military up close.

The US Navy’s aerobatic team – the Blue Angels – and the US Air Force Thunderbirds will be back in action for a full show schedule in 2014 as will Army, Navy and Air Force parachute teams.  That’s how it stands at this point in time.

Also announced was a reduction in static display aircraft at air shows compared to years preceding the 2013 sequester and the near elimination of flyovers at mainly non-aviation events.