Created at the end of World War II to showcase naval aviation, the Blue Angels have become the world's renowned premier aerobatics-precision team. This year's appearance at the Azalea Festival Air Show will mark the return of the Blue Angels after a two-year absence. Also performing will be the United States Navy's parachute team, the Leap Frogs, in addition to many military tactical demonstrations. Top civilian aerobatics performers, such as Sean D. Tucker and his Oracle Challenger will also grace the skies over Naval Station Norfolk. Static displays, vintage and new, will be on site including NATO nations' military aircraft.
Air show admission and parking are free and open to the public.
Food, beverages, and souvenirs will be available for purchase. WVEC Channel 13 is the presenting sponsor of the 48 th Annual Azalea Festival Air Show. He has been called many a name in his 73 years. He is retired, a husband, father and Grandfather. He has been a volunteer, a fisherman, and a resident of this area for more than 50 years.