Blue Angels to Perform at Pikes Peak Regional Air Show

Navy Demonstration Squadron to Make Historic Appearance

Colorado Native to Take Flight with Blue Angels

Colorado Springs, Colorado – The United States Navy Blue Angels will make their first-ever performance at the Pikes Peak Regional Air Show, bringing their thrilling aerial acrobatics to the skies of Colorado Springs.

Two Colorado natives, Connor O'Donnell and Daniel Hunker, will be among the pilots flying with the Blue Angels during the air show. O'Donnell, a graduate of Colorado College, will pilot the Blue Angel No. 7.

• The Blue Angels are an elite flight demonstration squadron of the U.S. Navy.
• The team consists of six F/A-18 Hornets and one C-130 Hercules transport aircraft.
• The Blue Angels perform precision aerial maneuvers at air shows and events around the world.

Air Show Highlights

The Pikes Peak Regional Air Show is expected to be a major event, with the Blue Angels headlining the show.

Other highlights of the air show include:

• Performances by other military and civilian aircraft
• Ground exhibits and demonstrations
• Family-friendly activities

Event Details

The Pikes Peak Regional Air Show will be held on August 26-27, 2023, at the Colorado Springs Airport.

Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased online or at the gate.

Sources:

• KRDO: Blue Angels coming to Pikes Peak Regional Air Show in August
• USA Today: Blue Angels 2023 schedule: See where the Navy flight team is performing this year