The wildly popular Frontiers in Flight: McConnell Air Force Base Open House & Air Show is returning to Wichita, Kansas, bringing with it an array of aerial displays including the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.

Plan to see this amazing air show Aug. 24-25 at McConnell Air Force Base, home of the 22^nd Air Refueling Wing. Gates will open both days at 9 a.m. and the performances start at noon.

It’s no surprise the air show is so well-loved in Wichita – the Air Capital of the World. It’s not only an opportunity for the city to show its dominance as king of the aircraft industry, but also allows the public a unique look at different planes as many skilled aerobatic pilots take to the skies to showcase their talents with jaw-dropping loops, rolls, and spins.

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Here are just some of the performers you can expect

The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will headline the free event, along with a wide variety of civilian and military static aircraft. Other performers include the F-35 Lightning Demo Team, A-10 Formation Demo, P-51 “Swamp Fox,” Tora! Tora! Tora! – and much more.

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Static aircraft includes the KC-135 Stratotanker, B-52, KC-46 and many others throughout the two-day show. Additionally, ramp displays will include numerous types of military ground transport vehicles and dozens of assorted vendors and agents from various institutions, organizations, and associations.
 

While admission is free, there are premium seating options available for purchase. Or you can see all the aviation marvels from the Kansas Aviation Museum’s Air Show Watch Party. You can bring your own lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy open seating on the tarmac. Food trucks and family entertainment will also be on site.

This event only happens every other year, so don’t miss your chance to see the only air show in the Heart of the Country. Learn more about why Wichita is the Air Capital of the World and find even more events happening in the coming months by visiting our calendar of events page.