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SoCal Air Show Dazzled Guests

By Stella Pierce, Community Writer
April 28, 2025 at 01:47pm. Views: 1055

The 2025 Southern California Air Show dazzled attendees at March Air Reserve Base in Moreno Valley on April 12–13, marking a triumphant return of this aviation spectacle. Drawing over 400,000 spectators, the free, family-friendly event showcased a blend of high-octane aerial performances, historic aircraft displays, and interactive exhibits .

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds headlined the show, captivating audiences with their precision flying in F-16 Fighting Falcons. Their signature diamond formations and synchronized maneuvers were a standout feature of the event.

Additional performances included: 

  • Canadian SkyHawks Parachute Team: Delivered thrilling skydiving demonstrations.

  • F/A-18 Super Hornet West Coast Demo Team: Showcased the agility and power of the Super Hornet.

  • C-17 Globemaster III and KC-135 Stratotanker: Demonstrated airlift and refueling capabilities.

  • A-10 Thunderbolt II “Warthog”: Performed close air support maneuvers.

  • Patriots Jet Team: Flew L-39 Albatros jets in tight formations.

  • Vintage Warbirds: Included a mock dogfight between an F-86 Sabre and a MiG-15, complete with smoke trails and sound effects 

    Attendees explored an extensive array of aircraft on static display, such as:

    • F-35 Lightning II

    • F-22 Raptor

    • B-1B Lancer bomber

    • C-5 Galaxy

    • C-130 Hercules?

    These displays offered a unique opportunity for visitors to get up close with both modern and historic aircraft. 

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