U.S. Navy Blue Angels kick off 2014 Sun n’ Fun with a bang
The U.S. Navy fligt demonstration team show their prowess in the skies above Central Florida at the 2014 Sun n' Fun Air Show. Photo Credit: Mike Deep / SpaceFlight Insider
LAKELAND, Fla — The United States Navy flight demonstration team, the Blue Angels opened the 2014 Sun n’ Fun International Air Show and Expo with the roar that only their F/A-18 Hornets can provide. Thursday, April 3 saw the team conduct their stunning routine in the mostly-clear skies above Central Florida. The show’s start marks the 40th anniversary of the iconic aerial event.
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Sun n Fun is a popular annual event, those planning on attending should make sure to arrive early – and stay late. The Air Show will have evening events as well. Kids under 10 get in for free. For children between the ages of 10 and 17 a daily ticket runs $15, where a weekly ticket will set you back $60. For adults, daily tickets are $37 and weekly tickets $150.
U.S. Navy Blue Angels F/A 18 Hornet photo credit Mike Deep SpaceFlight / Insider
Photo Credit: Mike Deep / SpaceFlight Insider
Photo Credit: Mike Deep / SpaceFlight Insider
Photo Credit: Mike Deep / SpaceFlight Insider
Photo Credit: Mike Deep / SpaceFlight Insider
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Jason Rhian spent several years honing his skills with internships at NASA, the National Space Society and other organizations. He has provided content for outlets such as: Aviation Week & Space Technology, Space.com, The Mars Society and Universe Today.
