Update: The Blue Angels will not be participating in the air show due to the government shutdown.
In a statement to WINK News from the Florida International Board of Directors, “Due to the government shutdown, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, F-16 Viper Demo Team, and Heritage Flight Team are unable to participate in this year’s show. While that’s out of our hands, we’ve added some incredible new performers who are guaranteed to keep the skies just as thrilling!”
The Florida International Air Show will return to the Punta Gorda Airport on Saturday and Sunday after a year off due to hurricanes. The U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the F-16 Viper Demo Team will headline the event.
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The F-16 Viper Demo Team will showcase the F-16 Fighting Falcon, a premier multi-role fighter jet.
Denise Dull, president of the Florida International Air Show, expressed excitement about the event’s return and USA Today’s recognition of it.
“We’re honored to once again be named to USA Today’s ‘10Best Air Shows’ list and thank those who helped make that happen!” said Dull.
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The show features performers like Aaron Deliu, Warbird Thunder, Doug Litton, and The Chuters Jump Team. New attractions include the Innovators STEM Pavilion and the Family Aviation Experience.
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For updates, visit the air show’s website or follow @florida_air_show on social media.
While the Blue Angels will not be participating, several new acts are slated to appear.
Randy Ball and the MiG-17 Team — for the first time ever in Florida, three MiGs will take to the skies together.Matt Younkin with the classic Beech 18Patty Wagstaff, world-renowned aerobatic champion
Volunteers organize the event and have donated more than $3 million to Southwest Florida charities over 43 years.