U.S Navy Blue Angels will be flying high over Michigan participate in Thunder Over Michigan Airshow from July 16-17 at Willow Run Airport in Ypsilanti.
Four shows over two days will showcase modern and vintage aircraft. Along with performances from the US Airforce F-16 Demo Team and the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.
Visitors with a passion for the skies even can book a ride on a historic aircraft during the event. Here's what to know:
Entrance starts at 7 a.m. each day for morning shows.
Morning shows start at 9 a.m. with only the U.S Airforce F-16 Demo Team. Show departs around 11 a.m.
Entrance starts at 1 p.m. each day for afternoon shows.
Afternoon shows start at 2:30 p.m., with only the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. Show departs around 5 p.m.
Parking is first-come, first-served basis and there are no reserved parking spots. The parking staff will also assist with parking. All parking is on the grass.
Motorcycle riders are requested to bring their own pad.
Sitting or standing on top of your vehicle is not permitted. Guest are allowed to sit adjacent to their vehicle on the passenger side. If you are the owner of a pickup truck, you are allowed to sit in the rear.
For handicapped guests, golf carts will attempt to come around and assist if one needs help going to the restroom.
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Full-day passes gain you excess to both shows, while single-day passes are only for one show per day.
Watch the show from a deck area with your family while enjoying catered breakfast from 8-10 a.m. along with complimentary beverages, whether it is beer or nonalcoholic. Plus have access to nonpublic portable restrooms. This deck has a raised platform for viewing with seating and standing tables. Tickets are for one show either in the morning or afternoon.
Morning Show Pass (Adult) - $135 per person
Morning Show Pass (Child) - $115 per person
The afternoon Thunder Deck viewing pass features complimentary food served between lunch and dinner. Food will be given out from 3-5 p.m., plus complimentary beverages that can be beer or nonalcoholic.
Afternoon Show Pass (Adult) $135 per person
Afternoon Show Pass (Child) $115 per person
Starting with gates opening up at 8:30 a.m., this option can feature both shows to view the U.S Airforce F-16 Demo Team in the morning and U.S. Navy Blue Angels in the afternoon. Chairs, food, and nonalcoholic beverages are allowed. Guest will have a chance to meet Warbird Pilots, Huey helicopter rides will be available upon walk-up registration, KidZone, and you will be able to shop at the Yankee Air Museum.
Concession stands with food for purchase will also be available if you don't want to bring food with you.
Pass is only good for one vehicle, the price covers all passengers in the car. No recreational vehicles, fifth-wheelers, oversized vehicles, campers, or trailers are allowed.
Full-day pass - $395 per car
Single-day pass - $225 per show, per car
All-day pass to view the show in a private premium club setting while eating brunch, grilled entrees, side dishes, and desserts like old fashion-styled ice cream sundaes. Throughout the day, guests will be fed snacks and appetizers plus a premium selection of beverage choices ranging from beer, wine, liquor, soft drinks, and water. Guests will also have access to private air-conditioned restrooms. This ticket also includes Yankee Air Museum parking and a shuttle that will take you to and from the club.
Adult Passes for ages 16 and up: $285 per person
Child Passes for ages 15 and under: $175 per person
No refunds, no rainchecks on any tickets.
Yankee Air Museum is located at Willow Run Airport.
Guests can request a flight tour on one of Yankee Air Museum's aircraft.
Flight times - 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Tickets are $495 a person. A few time slots are already sold out.
Tickets are available onsite only.
Flight times: 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.
All-day show passes allow guests to choose any flight time, if you want to fly at 8 a.m. you have to have a morning show pass or all-day show pass.
If you would like to fly in the afternoon, you need an afternoon show pass.
Guest are requested to arrive at least one hour in advance.
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If you would like to volunteer, the following spots are available.
Contact Dave Steiner at dave.steiner@yankeeairmuseum.org