2026 PERFORMERS AND ACTS
The Blue Angels are the U.S. Navy's flight demonstration squadron, showcasing naval aviation's precision and professionalism through thrilling aerobatic performances and community outreach, inspiring excellence and service to country with a team of active-duty Sailors and Marines flying F/A-18 Super Hornets and a C-130J "Fat Albert".
US NAVY BLUE ANGELS
The Lockheed C-130 Hercules is a legendary four-engine turboprop military transport aircraft, renowned for its versatility in tactical airlift, special operations, and humanitarian missions since 1954. Known for operating from rough, dirt strips, it features a high-wing design, rear loading ramp, and can carry, drop, or refuel substantial payloads. While Fat Albert is getting maintenance in the UK, the Royal Air Force has loaned its C-130 to take Fat Alberts place for the 2026 season.
C130 HERCULES
The U.S. Air Force F-16 Viper Demo Team, based at Shaw AFB, S.C., showcases the F-16 Fighting Falcon's elite combat capabilities, agility, and power at over 20 airshows annually. Comprised of 10 active-duty personnel, the team performs high-speed, "violent" maneuvers to inspire, with a specially painted jet often featuring a 50th-anniversary design.
F16 VIPER DEMO TEAM
The C-17 Globemaster III Demonstration Team showcases the extreme agility, power, and tactical versatility of the US Air Force's premier cargo aircraft at air shows worldwide. Based at locations like Joint Base Charleston, McChord AFB, and Altus AFB, these teams execute high-performance maneuvers—including steep tactical descents, short-field landings, and rapid reversing—to highlight airlift capabilities, support recruitment, and foster community partnerships.
C17 DEMO TEAM
William "Skip" Stewart is an American aerobatic pilot, airshow performer, and commercial airline captain renowned for his high-energy routines in a custom-built Pitts S-2S biplane named Prometheus.
SKIP STEWART
Flying the MXS-R Aerobatic Aircraft by MX Aircraft, Brad brings power and performance into each airshow. Watch as he pushes the envelope of one of the most advanced aerobatic aircraft in the world today. Brad will delight and amaze the audience while remaining well within his tight margin of safety.
BRAD WURSTEN
COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE TBM WWII BOMBER
A 1945 TBM Avenger - an 18,000lb 1,900 HP Torpedo Bomber. It was the largest single-engine aircraft built for the war. And being based on aircraft carriers, it took off (and landed on!) the shortest runways, as little as 500 feet. Without a catapult! Nearly 10,000 TBMs were built, and they are credited with helping to turn the tide of the war in the Pacific; fewer than 20 restored TBMs remain flying today.
P51C MUSTANG “TUSKEGEE AIRMEN”
This signature aircraft of the Tuskegee Airmen painted with the recognizable “red tail” will draw crowds and media attention. It is a museum without walls, bringing the story of the Tuskegee Airmen to audiences coast to coast, and is one of only a few like it still flying. It is a tangible piece of history to help people, particularly young people, understand and appreciate the importance and legacy the Tuskegee Airmen
The Pink Jet is a non-profit organization dedicated to spreading breast cancer awareness, supporting survivors, and raising money to help find a cure for the disease. The Pink Jet promotes awareness and raises funds directly for breast cancer organizations by flying at air shows. This L-39 Albatros fighter jet, piloted by extraordinarily talented women, symbolizes strength, hope, compassion, and resilience.
THE PINK JET
The name Franklin has always been the name for unique and different airshow entertainment for over 55 years. Over Kyle Franklin’s career, he has created and performed over 12 different airshow acts in 6 different aircraft, including wingwalking, solo aerobatics, comedy acts, motorcycle to airplane transfers, stunt driving, aerial dogfight routines, and many more