Blue Angels Air Show Offers Family Fun

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They’re back. After 20 years the Blue Angels have returned to the former Pease Air Force Base in Newington, NH. Expect big crowds. Expect big thrills. The promoters tell us that, not only is the show exciting, but it is cost effective family entertainment August 38 & 29. (See info below with updated schedule and visitor notes)

THIS JUST IN Schedule of Events for August 28 & 29
THIS JUST IN: What Not to Bring to Air Show

Editor’s Note: This is a press release from the company hired to promote the show and was not written by us. See what you think of their "affordable" argument. We’ll be there either way.

Official web site for schedule and tickets CLICK HERE

With the United States Navy Blue Angels headlining the show and perfect weather forecast, the 2010 Boston-Portsmouth Air Show is bound to be the highlight of the summer for local families. But kids in particular may find much to like at this year’s show. The show will take to the skies Saturday, August 28, and Sunday, August 29 at the Portsmouth International Airport at Pease. In addition to the performances and static displays, there are many opportunities and activities for kids and families.

The show will feature a Kidz Zone area that has many exciting, kid friendly activities including inflatables such as an aircraft carrier slide, a dual lane slide, Military Madness, an obstacle course, two bounce houses, a combo unit, and a bungee trampoline. In addition to the Kidz Zone, there will be an M-4 aircraft simulator on the grounds as well as a Blue Angels cockpit photo booth so that kids are sure to remember their experience at the Boston-Portsmouth Air Show.

The air show will also be hosting more than 60 exhibitors on-site, many of which have hands-on, interactive games and displays that will engage both kids and adults, making the Boston-Portsmouth Air Show the perfect family activity in New England this weekend.

Although the show requires admission for entry, the cost (tickets and lunch) to attend the air show for a family of four would be about $100 to be entertained by world class performers for seven plus hours (less than $14 per hour). Dollar for dollar this incredible value stacks up well when compared to other local entertainment options. Compare that to the cost to take a family of four to other area entertainment venues:

Professional football game (cheapest ticket $65, about $300 for a family of four for three hours of entertainment, $75 per hour)

Professional baseball game ($30 grandstand seat, more than $150 for a family of four for three hours of entertainment, more than $50 per hour)

Major motorsports event (cheapest ticket $49, about $240 for a family of four for four hours of entertainment, more than $59 per hour)

The U.S. Navy Blue Angels headlines a blockbuster lineup that also includes the Brazilian Air Force Smoke Squadron, the United States Army Golden Knights, the United States Navy F-18 Super Hornet Demo Team, The United States Air Force F-15 & F-16 Demo Teams, Sean D. Tucker, Mike Goulian, John Klatt, Rob Holland and the B-25 "Panchito." General Admission tickets remain on sale at the official web site. All premium seating has been sold out.

CONTINUED: WHAT NOT TO BRING TO THE AIR SHOW

WHAT NOT TO BRING TO THE AIR SHOW
(An updated message)

With a beautiful weekend forecast and the United States Navy Blue Angels headlining, the 2010 Boston – Portsmouth Air Show expects a large turnout at PortsmouthInternationalAirport at Pease on August 28^th and 29^th. Gates open to the public at 8:00 AM.

Advanced sale discount tickets are available for purchase through August 27^th at the Web site. Tickets will also be available for sale on-site. Guests are encouraged to arrive early in order to avoid expected heavy traffic and find a seat close to the flight line.

Guests are asked to limit their personal carry-in items to only the essentials. The air show’s concessions feature a variety of delicious food and beverages for patron’s enjoyment while on the grounds. Water is available free of charge at several locations. Food is not prohibited to carry-in, but it must be wrapped in clear plastic and not contained within a cooler. Tailgaiting is not permitted on air show property, and guests may not park RVs in the air show parking areas. In order to ensure that guests are comfortable and will enjoy the show, chairs, blankets, umbrellas, etc. are permitted within the general admission seating area. Umbrellas must be a reasonable size; only handheld umbrellas will be permitted.

Although temperatures are expected to be very comfortable throughout the weekend, guests are encouraged to drink plenty of fluids to keep hydrated. The forecast also calls for sunny skies all weekend and guests are reminded to bring and apply sunscreen throughout the day to avoid burns.

Please note that all carry-in items are subject to search and all unattended bags will be removed from the premises. The following items are not allowed on the show grounds:

· Coolers

· Loose ice

· Cans/glass

· Alcohol

· Pets

· Weapons

· Tents/awnings

· Cooking Equipment

· Bicycles

· Rollerblades

· Scooters

· Ladders

· Large Umbrellas

Please note that smaller coolers containing life-saving medications or formula for infants will be permitted.

Please note that there is absolutely no smoking on the air show ramp or in the spectator area. Smoking is permitted outside the spectator gate and in the parking lots.

The United States Navy Blue Angels headlines a blockbuster lineup that also includes the Brazilian Air Force Smoke Squadron, the United States Army Golden Knights, the United States Navy F-18 Super Hornet Demo Team, The United States Air Force F-15 & F-16 Demo Teams, Sean D. Tucker, Mike Goulian, John Klatt, and Rob Holland.

CONTINUED: SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FOR AIR SHOW

Boston-Portsmouth Air Show Schedule of Events

The gates open to the public at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, but spectators are encouraged to arrive at the grounds early in order to beat the traffic and get a spot close to the Flight Line. On Saturday and Sunday tickets will be available at the gate only. All premier seating has been sold out. The schedule for the weekend goes as follows:

Saturday and Sunday, August 28 & 29:
     Time    Act
     0900    Airport Closes
     0925    Sean Tucker Oracle Challenger Teaser
     0942    Red Star Formation Team
     1000    Opening Ceremonies
     1000    AIRPORT OPERATIONAL PAUSE -15 Minute Window FOR ARRIVALS/DEPARTURES
     1015    Army Golden Knights Flag Jump w/National Anthem
     1023    Army Golden Knights Mass Exit Show
     1031    NH-ANG KC-135 Stratotanker Demonstration

     1041    Firebirds Aerobatic Team
     1100   AIRPORT OPERATIONAL PAUSE – 15 Minute WINDOW FOR ARRIVAL/DEPARTURES

    1115   Mike Goulian ASB.TV Extra 300 Aerobatics
    1130   Team MS760 Demonstration
    1145   USN F/A-18F Super Hornet Demonstration
    1200   AIRPORT OPERATIONAL PAUSE – 15 Minute WINDOW FOR ARRIVALS/DEPARTURES
    1215   Brazilian Esquadrilha da Fumaca Smoke Squadron Demonstration
    1245   USAF F-16CJ Falcon Demonstration
    1300   AIRPORT OPERATIONAL PAUSE – 15 Minute WINDOW FOR ARRIVALS/DEPARTURES
    1317   John Klatt ANG S600 Aerobatics
    1332   Army Golden Knights Mass Exit Show
    1350   Sean Tucker ORACLE Challenger Aerobatics
    1405   AIRPORT OPERATIONAL PAUSE – 15 Minute WINDOW FOR ARRIVALS/DEPARTURES
    1420   USAF F-15E Strike Eagle Demonstration
    1435   DAV B-25J Panchito Flight
    1445   Rob Holland MX-2 Aerobatics
    1505   USMC Blue Angels C-130T Hercules
    1515   USN Blue Angels
    1700   Airshow Ends, TFR Ends, Airport Re-Opens