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The Thunder and Lightning Over Arizona Air Show is coming back to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base Saturday, March 25 - Sunday, March 26.
The free air show will feature the United States Air Force Thunderbirds, a demonstration squadron flying F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jets.
Additional flyers planned for the show will include the A-10 Thunderbolt II and the F-35A Lightning II demonstration teams.
Tickets for the limited premium seats are available at the air show's official site.
MORE INFO: Air show-related road closures
DMAFB Recommended Items List:
Small Items
Empty bottles for water, snacks in non-glass containers, small purses, umbrellas (avoid in reserved/VIP seating areas)
Larger Items
Wheelchairs and other medical devices
For Viewing
Cameras, video recorders, binoculars, tripods (must demonstrate operability)
For Food/Vendor Purchases
Credit cards, mobile payment, cash (ATMs available on site)
For Children
Strollers, wagons for toddlers, diaper bags, hearing protection
For Medical Needs
Portable coolers for medicines and medical equipment (subject to screening)
Suggestions to Pack
Comfortable shoes, hearing protection, sunscreen, cameras, clear plastic water bottles, pen for autographs, hat with visor, sunglasses, cash (ATMs on site), sufficient gas in vehicle for congested traffic.
Related article: Aviation lovers can flock to Davis-Monthan Airshow.
DMAFB Prohibited Items List:
- Weapons of any kind
- Alcohol and illegal drugs
- Toys resembling firearms
- Marijuana/CBD oil
- Flammable items/fireworks
- Large portable sun protection (tents, canopies)
- Walking sticks (excluding medical canes/walkers)
- Spray paint/silly string
- Wheeled recreational devices
- Containers (empty plastic water containers allowed)
- Cooking equipment (including grills)
- Coolers
- Large bags (rucksacks, backpacks, large purses)
- Walkie-talkies, ham radios, scanners
- Balloons
- Drones or radio-controlled aircraft
- Animals or pets (service animals allowed per ADA rules)
- Umbrellas in seating areas (small umbrellas allowed in pedestrian/walking areas)
PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Thunder and Lightning Air Show returns to Tucson in full swing
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