Thunderbirds to headline McConnell open house in 2026

Thunderbirds to headline McConnell open house in 2026

Thunderbirds to headline McConnell open house in 2026

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McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita has announced that the Air Force Thunderbirds will perform in the 2026 Frontiers in Flight Open House and Air Show.

The Thunderbirds are the Air Force’s premier aerial demonstration team, performing precision aerial maneuvers with high-performance aircraft to people worldwide. The show involves a mix of precision formation flying and intense solo routines demonstrating the capabilities of Air Force pilots and the F-16 Fighting Falcon.

The Thunderbirds last performed over Wichita in September 2022.

Over 65,000 visitors arrived on day one of McConnell’s last air show on Aug. 24, 2024. The show was canceled for its second day after an unexpected wet microburst brought 54 mile-an-hour wind gusts and torrential rain, leaving debris across the flightline and air acts unable to operate safely.

The next open house is scheduled for October 17th and 18th, 2026.

[ photo:  Airman Paula Arce, 22nd Air Refueling Wing ]

 

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