RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas –
The skies over San Antonio will be filled with thunder when Randolph Air Force Base hosts a free air show Oct. 29 and 30. All are invited to this year's show, featuring diverse military and civilian aircraft, with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels headlining both days.
"It's going to be a fun, family-orientated event with some spectacular aircraft on display and in the air," Lt. Col. Mike Claborn, air show director said.
Other performers will include United States Air Force Academy Wings of Blue, a T-6 four-ship formation, F-4D Phantom demonstration and a composite from the 12th Flying Training Wing from Randolph, and more. There will also be a Vietnam re-enactment to include an F-4, A-4, O-2, AC-47, UH-1 and A-26.
"Our air show will include veteran war birds, as well as modern planes, and attendees can rest assured that we are taking all precautions to make spectator safety a top priority," Claborn said.
Static displays will include B-29 "Fifi;" B-24; B-17; B-25 "Yellow Rose;" C-17 Globemaster III; CV-22 Osprey; F-15C; A-10 Thunderbolt II; HH-60G Pave Hawk; HH-65; P-3; P-38 "Glacier Girl;" T-38C; U-11A and U-3, plus many more.
This year's air show will include a variety of children's inflatables, aircraft simulators, military recruiters from all branches and informational display booths. Food, beverages and merchandise will also be available for purchase, and a nominal fee will also be charged for some children's activities.
Attendees without Department of Defense ID cards must enter through the East Gate off Farm-to-Market 78, South Gate on Lower Seguin Road or from FM 1518. ID card holders will be able to access the base through the main gate at FM 78 and Pat Booker Road.
Visitors are prohibited from bringing concealed weapons, ice chests, backpacks, large bags, alcohol, skates and skateboards. These items must be left in the vehicle. Camera bags, diaper bags, purses, strollers and lawn chair canvas carriers will be authorized, but will be hand searched before entry is granted.
There will be two rows of handicapped parking available on a first-come, first-served basis. Upon entering the parking area, security forces or parking assistant personnel can direct visitors who require handicapped parking. There is also a handicapped drop-off permitted near the entrance to the air show area. Handicapped seating will be located along the west ramp.