The Navy’s Blue Angels flight demonstration team was again the big draw Friday as the Miramar Air Show launched its three-day run with the theme “A Salute to Vietnam Veterans.”
“Our goal is to remind the veterans that the country cares about them and truly values the sacrifice they made for the American people, regardless of how they were treated when they originally returned from Vietnam,” said Col. Jason Woodworth, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar.
Unlike previous years, where temperatures reached triple digits, thousands enjoyed cooler weather in the 70s on Day 1.
The air show is free, but upgraded seating options are on sale.
See photo gallery of Day 1 below
Gates open at 8 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, with performances starting at 9 a.m. The Blue Angels fly from 2:05 to 3:05 p.m., according to the posted schedule.
For ticket and additional information, call the Public Affairs Office at 858-577-6000, follow on Twitter @MCASMiramarCA, or visit the air show website.
PERMITTED ITEMS
- Be prepared to show a Photo ID to expedite your access into the Air Show.
- You can carry keys, makeup, feminine products, comb, phone, wallet, credit cards, etc. in your pockets if you choose not to put them in a clear bag or clutch.
- You can bring binoculars and/or cameras.
- One large clear bag per person is allowed.
- Either a one-gallon Ziploc style bag, or commercially purchased clear bag – plus a small clutch for personal items.
- The larger clear bag must be made of clear PVC vinyl and is easily searched.
- Large traditional seat cushions that have pockets, zippers, compartments, or covers are not permitted. Clear seat cushions and seat pads without pockets, zippers, compartments, or covers are permitted.
- While coolers/ice chests are NOT permitted, an exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a specified lane at each gate.
Wheelchairs can access all seating areas. Special wheelchair seating in the grandstands is available, with paid admission, but limited to first-come, first-served. Grandstand seating is not reserved, so first-level seating cannot be guaranteed. One seat may be removed from a box of 10 seats to provide space in that area. All other seating areas are readily accessible.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Bags, purses, totes, backpacks & other types of baggage other than bags conforming to the new Clear Bag Policy will not be permitted.
- Weapons of any kind (regardless of permit) to include but not limited to: firearms, knives (including pocket knives and multi-tools), replica or toy weapons, pepper spray, mace, stun guns, and martial arts weapons.
- Outside alcoholic beverages.
- Ice chests or coolers that are not medically required.
- Pets, other than service animals.
- Glass containers.
- Bicycles, roller skates, roller blades, (kick and electric) scooters, skateboards, or hover boards.
- No personal drones (i.e. quad or hex copters) are allowed to operate on Federal Property or airspace.
- Lasers or laser pointers.
- Federally banned substances such as illicit narcotics.
The agility of the MV-22 Ospreys was demonstrated at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
Marines descend from a helicopter during a Marine Air-Ground Task Force demonstration. Photo by Chris Stone
Marines descend from a helicopter during a Marine Air-Ground Task Force demonstration. Photo by Chris Stone
A black ring of smoke ascends in the air following an explosion of napalm. Photo by Chris Stone
Napalm explodes as Marines advance in the Marine Air-Ground Task Force demonstrate their abilities. Photo by Chris Stone
The agility of the F-35B Lightning II was demonstrated at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
The F-35B Lightning II did fly-bys at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
The F-35B Lightning II did fly-bys at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
Sean D. Tucker and his Oracle Challenger III is a crowd favorite at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
Sean D. Tucker and his Oracle Challenger III is a crowd favorite at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
Sean D. Tucker and his Oracle Challenger III is a crowd favorite at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
A member of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force gives a young admirer a fist bump. Photo by Chris Stone
Members of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force greet the crowd at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
A member of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force directs other Marines at the 2017 Miramar Air Show.
Napalm explodes as a member of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force moves toward the crowd. Photo by Chris Stone
Napalm explodes as Marines in the Marine Air-Ground Task Force demonstrate their abilities. Photo by Chris Stone
The Patriot Jet Team performs with patriotic smoke trails at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
The Patriot Jet Team performs at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
The Patriot Jet Team performs at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
A Blue Angel pilot flies with his plane inverted as he crosses the runway at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
A young spectator plugs his ears at he watches the Blue Angels perform. Photo by Chris Stone
A girl gets a higher vantage point while watching the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
A Blue Angel pilot checks out his plane’s equipment before taking off. Photo by Chris Stone
A Vietnam veteran is ready to watch the U.S.Navy Blue Angels perform. Photo by Chris Stone
Thousands filled the grandstands to watch the first day of the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
Blue Angels cross in close proximity during the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
Blue Angels cross in close proximity during the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
Vapor trails are seen on a Blue Angel as it ascends at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
The sunglasses of a young spectator catch the reflection of the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
The U. S. Navy Blue Angels perform at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
Vapor trails are seen on a Blue Angel as it turns at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels perform at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
The F-35B Lightning II doing fly-bys at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
The F-35B Lightning II did fly-bys at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
A cool kid played between performances at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
The agility of he MV-22 Osprey was demonstrated at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
U.S. Navy Blue Angels pilots stand at attention. Photo by Chris Stone
Spectators watch as the U.S. Navy Blue Angels fly above the crowd at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
U.S. Navy Blue Angels fly above the crowd at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels performed on the first day of the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
Two Blue Angel pilots form a maneuver with a mirror image at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone
Two Blue Angels nearly merge into one during a crossover at the 2017 Miramar Air Show. Photo by Chris Stone