Fort Lauderdale Air Show: Blue Angels, F-22 Raptor, and SOCOM Paraccommandos

Fort Lauderdale Air Show Highlights

• ✈️ The Fort Lauderdale Air Show is taking place this weekend, featuring a variety of aviation spectacles.
• 🇺🇸 The event includes both military and civilian performers, with the US Navy Blue Angels headlining the show.
• 💨 Other notable performers include the F-22 Raptor demo team from the US Air Force and the SOCOM Paraccommandos.

Event Details and Logistics

• 🗓️ The air show runs from 11:45 AM to 3:00 PM on both Saturday and Sunday.
• 🎟️ Tickets must be purchased online in advance; they are not sold at the event.
• 🚗 Parking is limited and expected to be challenging, with A1A closed from Sunrise Boulevard North to 19th Street.

Key Performers and Moments

• 🔵 The Blue Angels are the main attraction, known for their precision flying, including formations with only 18 inches between aircraft.
• 🦅 The F-22 Raptor demo team will showcase advanced aerial capabilities.
• 🪂 The SOCOM Paraccommandos will perform a flag drop and a parachute jump.

Related Events

• 🏎️ In addition to the air show, the weekend also features Formula 1 racing in Miami Dade and Broward counties.
• 📺 Local 10 will broadcast a special called "Ready to Race" at 2:00 PM followed by F1 race coverage at 2:30 PM on Sunday.