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Thunder and LighTning over arizona
Parking, gates and static displays open at 9 a.m.
Inbound gate closes at 2 p.m. • Flying ends at 4:30 p.m. • Base closes at 5 p.m.
• Thunderbirds
• KC-135 Demo Team
• HC-130J Combat King II Flyby
• ACC-F35 Demo with HF P-51
• EA-18G Growler Demo Team
• AFA Wings of Blue
• USAFA Glider Team
• Kirby Chambliss Edge 540 Teaser • Tom Larkin MiniJet
• Smoke N’ Thunder Jet Car
• Vicky Benzing P-51
• Brad Wursten MX-2
• Ace Maker T-33
• DM CSAR Demo
• Jon Melby S-1-11B
• USAF Honor Guard Drill Team
Specific times and order of performers will not be released by the air show to allow for security, safety, weather and operational concerns. Performers and aircraft are subject to change or cancellation without notice.
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Col. Scott C. Mills 355th Wing Commander
Welcome!
Dear Thunder and Lightning Over Arizona Open House Guests,
On behalf of the Desert Lightning Team, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2025 Thunder and Light- ning Over Arizona Open House. We are honored to showcase both the past and present of America’s military airpower dominance. This weekend, we are proud to honor those who came before us and in- spire future generations to serve our nation in the world’s greatest Air Force.
This weekend’s aerial demonstra- tions will highlight the pride and professionalism of America’s Airmen and showcase the amazing talents of aviators from around the world. We will represent the world’s great- est Air Force as we continue to “fly, fight, and win ... airpower anytime, anywhere.”
The men and women of the Desert Lightning Team are proud to host you and your loved ones for what we are sure will be an unforgettable experience. Please feel free to reach out to any Airman you may encoun- ter this weekend and see for yourself why Davis-Monthan is the gemstone of Air Combat Command.
Col. Scott C. Mills
355th Wing Commander
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