Latest news with #UnitedStatesAirForceThunderbirds
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
2025 Jones Beach air show to take flight Memorial Day weekend
Despite the dreary weather going into this weekend, the show will go on for the annual Jones Beach air show on Long Island. Hundreds of thousands are expected to turn out for the free display of jaw-dropping aerial excellence — long considered one of the area's official kickoff events to the summer season. The two-day event, officially titled FourLeaf Air Show, returns to the shores of Wantagh on Saturday and Sunday to the delight of flight enthusiasts and beachcombers alike. The United States Air Force Thunderbirds will headline the line-up of shows taking place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Jones Beach State Park. The U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team and other performers — including the U.S. Navy F-35C Tac Demonstration Team, the NY Air National Guard's 106th Rescue Wing and the SUNY Farmingdale State College Flying Rams — will also demonstrate their elite formation skills for the masses. Following the show, the Thunderbirds are set to take flight to the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado, before making stops in Yuba County, California and Dayton, Ohio. There are no costs to watch the air show as it is free for public viewing, but the parking fee is $10. Hourly bus service from the Freeport LIRR station to Jones Beach will be provided by Nassau Inter-County Express (NICE) running Friday through Sunday. Pets, drones, balloons and kites are not allowed on the beach during the show. Backpacks are permitted but they may be subject to search by security for safety purposes. Spectators are encouraged to bring their own chairs and coolers, as well as their own food. The U.S. Coast Guard will enforce 'No Entry Zones' — marked with orange colored buoys — off the park during the air show. Boats are only allowed beyond those points, preferably to watch from the ocean, by taking a vessel out to nearby Zach's Bay.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
2025 Jones Beach air show: Performance lineup, how to watch and parking info
The Brief The 2025 Jones Beach air show is this Memorial Day weekend. The show will take place on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The headliners of the show are the United States Air Force Thunderbirds. LONG ISLAND - Jones Beach on Long Island will host its annual air show this Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 24, and Sunday, May 25. What we know The 2025 FourLeaf Air Show will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on both days at Jones Beach State Park. Specifically, the Thunderbirds are expected to take to the skies around 2 p.m. Spectators will not be charged admission. You can either spectate the show from the beach or from a boat. Jones Beach State Park is an optimal vantage point to see the performance. If you prefer to watch the show from the ocean, taking a boat out to Zach's Bay is the way to go. Why you should care The headliners of the show are the United States Air Force Thunderbirds. The performance will mark their 10th appearance as headliners for the air show. Other performers include the United States Army Parachute Team, also known as the Golden Knights, and the United States Navy F-35C Demo Team. The full list of performers can be found HERE. ***NOTE: A performance schedule is not provided because times are subject to change due to weather or other circumstances beyond the control of the FourLeaf Air Show. Spectators are allowed to bring chairs and coolers, as well as their own food. Backpacks are also permitted, but could be subject to a search by security. Kites, drones and balloons are strictly prohibited. Pets are also not allowed. Jones Beach parking lots open at sunrise, and there are designated handicap parking stalls in every parking field. Parking is free on Friday. For Saturday and Sunday, parking will be $10 – available on a first-come, first-served basis. Click HERE for more information. By the numbers Last year, 106,000 people came out for Friday's practice show, and another 353,000 took in the show on Saturday and Sunday.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Air Force Thunderbirds return for annual FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach
JONES BEACH, N.Y. (PIX11) — Get ready to look up and witness where grace meets power at the annual FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach State Park. Back for its 21st year, the Jones Beach Air Show returns with the United States Air Force Thunderbirds headlining the performances. Residents and visitors can catch all the action on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Below is everything you need to know about this year's FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach. More Local News The Air Show is a Memorial Day Weekend tradition at Jones Beach that features performances from military pilots as well as honors the legacies and celebrates the life of U.S. troops. The show originally began in 2004 and has drawn as much as 353,000 visitors. The Air Show is free to attend but there is a $10 parking fee for Jones Beach State Park. More: Latest News from Around the Tri-State There will be air demonstrations from the National Guard, the U.S. Navy, the Air Force Thunderbirds, and the U.S. Marines. There will also be civilian performances featuring Warbirds from the American Airpower Museum and more. The best place to watch is along the Jones Beach shoreline on the sand or a boat. Visitors are advised to arrive by 8 a.m. as the parking lot can fill up quickly. Dominique Jack is a digital content producer from Brooklyn with more than five years of experience covering news. She joined PIX11 in 2024. More of her work can be found here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Wings Over West Texas Airshow Easter Weekend at Dyess Air Force Base
Dyess Air Force Base is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated 2025 Airshow, scheduled to take place over Easter weekend, April 19-20, 2025. This year's theme, 'Wings Over West Texas: A Salute to Western Heritage,' promises to be an extraordinary celebration of aviation excellence and the rich cultural history of the American West. The highlight of the event will be an exhilarating performance by the United States Air Force Thunderbirds, renowned for their breathtaking aerobatic displays and precision flying. In addition to the Thunderbirds, the airshow will feature a diverse lineup of military and civilian aircraft. This event is free and open to the public. For additional show information and preferred seating options, please visit the Dyess Force Support Squadron's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
