Blue Angels


by Steve Valentino - Date: 2007-01-09 - Word Count: 393 Share This!

The Blue Angels have a cherished history, serving as positive role models and good will ambassadors for the U.S. Navy and Marine corps. Blue Angels have become a part of the American folklore with many a youngster dreaming of literally flying high with the Blue Angels.

Blue Angels are famed for their flight demonstrations. Their demonstrations are a skillful exhibition of well choreographed and spectacular maneuvers. No flight enthusiast would not have heard of their renowned six-jet Delta formation, as it is world-famous. One can see their flying prowess during the show season at the Forest Sherman Field, Naval Air Station, and Pensacola, Florida. Apart from this, the Blue Angels have a hectic schedule with shows across the country. No wonder that every year around 17 million spectators watch their shows. The shows have been going on since the establishment of Blue Angels in 1946. An estimated 500 million fans are supposed to have watched their shows till now.

The Blue Angels have been in the forefront when it comes to acquiring state-of-the-art aircraft technology. They were the pioneers when it came to using jet engines, way back in 1949. The 50s saw the Blue Angels fly the Grumman F9F-8 Cougars. The aircrafts were increasingly sophisticated and since the late 80s, the Blue Angels have been enthralling audiences with their magic on the McDonnell Douglas F/A - 18 Hornets. The Blue Angels are firm believers in constant investment in cutting edge technology. The gradual technological advancement has had its impact on their jaw dropping maneuvers. They have become more and more astonishing through the years.

The flying team of Blue Angels is made up of some of the finest talents in the business. Every pilot is put through a vigorous training process, which ensures that only the tough come through the ranks. Every member of the Blue Angel team is an integral part of the shows and make sure that every thing is in ship shape during the show. The Blue Angels continue to amaze us with their intricate and scintillating maneuvers. For them, even the sky is not the limit, literally. Such is their prowess that many a youngster is inspired to fly, once they visit any of the Blue Angels flying show.

One can learn more about Blue Angels by visiting their Web site, which gives comprehensive information about the glorious history of the Blue Angels.


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