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PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Naval Air Station Pensacola has canceled the 2025 Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show.
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A NAS Pensacola news release cited the ongoing federal government shutdown and said shows scheduled for Nov. 14 and 15 were canceled due to “continued uncertainty regarding government funding.”
“Due to our current funding situation and the lead time required to secure funding and execute,
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“An air show is inevitable,” said Col. Chandra “Mamasan”, commander of NAS Pensacola.
Mr. Newman said.
“This decision was not taken lightly and we recognize the impact it will have on society.”
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The two-day air show, which typically features vintage airplanes and stunt shows before the big finale with the Blue Angels, draws hundreds of thousands of tourists to the Pensacola area each year.
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Newman said the Blue Angels pilots are disappointed.
“The staff at NAS Pensacola is devastated that they will not be able to bring the air show they have planned to our community.”
“The Blue Angels Homecoming Air Show is a cherished tradition that celebrates our military presence and the relationship we have with the great city of Pensacola, the Bay Area community, and the aviation enthusiasts who look forward to it each year,” said Newman.
She said she would like to hold other public events, but is considering the possibility based on funding.
Those who have already purchased priority premium seating tickets will be automatically refunded by the Attendstar contracted to sell them.
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Refunds must be deposited into your account within one week.
