In addition to showcasing the elite skills all pilots must possess, the Thunderbirds demonstrate the incredible capabilities of the Air Force’s premier multi-role fighter jet, the F-16 Fighting Falcon.

Created 72 years ago in 1953, the USAF Thunderbirds are the third-oldest formal flying aerobatic team (under the same name) in the world, after the French Air Force Patrouille de France formed in 1931 and the United States Navy Blue Angels formed in 1946.

While admission to air shows on military installations is generally free and open to the public, the cost to attend civilian air shows may vary. Please visit the individual shows’ sites for prices and more information.

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform at the California Capital Air Show in Mather, Calif., September 26, 2021. Since 1953, the Thunderbirds team has served as America’s premier air demonstration squadron, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain and inspire past, present and future Airmen.

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The U.S. Air Force's premier jet demonstration team, entrusted with the vital mission to recruit, retain and inspire past, present and future Airmen.

2023年12月11日 · The United States Air Force (USAF) Thunderbirds aerobatic display team ranks right up there with the French Patrouille de France, British Red Arrows, and the Italian Frecce Tricolori. Together with the United States Navy Blue Angels, the USAF Thunderbirds display the pride, precision, and professionalism of the USAF to people all around the world.

2017年7月24日 · Officially, the Thunderbirds are known as the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron. The squadron’s mission is to plan and present precision aerial maneuvers to exhibit the...

Thunderbirds, U.S. Air Force fighter aircraft squadron that performs aerobatics at air shows and other events throughout the United States and around the world. The squadron includes six pilots, who fly with the team for two years (half the pilots are …

Here is the 2025 airshow schedule for the US Air Force Thunderbirds! Will you see them in 2025? Let us know! Post in the AirshowStuff Forums or on the AirshowStuff Facebook page and make sure you share pictures after the show! Schedules often change during the year - …