thunderbirds

The Owensboro Air Show is this weekend and promises to be action-packed.  Yesterday, I am sure you heard the F-16 Viper and F-18 Hornet fighter jets performing their training runs on the air show course.  It brought back memories from two years ago when the United States Air Force Thunderbirds came …

The United States Air Force Thunderbirds are just the gift that keeps on giving! They were awesome in the Owensboro Air Show, showed great respect by dedicating their show to two fallen Tri-State soldiers and were more than welcoming to Chad when he had the pleasure of a flight ride-along with them …

I knew that I would really enjoy the time I was going to get to spend around the United States Air Force Thunderbirds, but I underestimated how impressive they would be. Sure, the jets and show are awesome, but it was their general demeanor toward our town that was so memorable.
Chad and I were able …

Yesterday was literally one of the most amazing days of my life.  I had the honor and privilege of climbing aboard United States Air Force Thunderbird #7 flown by Major Tyler Ellison.  If you've ever wondered what it would be like to ride in an F-16, here's your answer.  It …

After being grounded due to budget cuts the USAF Thunderbirds are scheduled to fly again. Since April 1, they were grounded with the implementation of the congressional sequestration. No word yet on when their first show will be. Here are the dates they missed.