Team Archive - Air•Show

F-35A Lightning II Demo Team

May 20, 2026

The U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II Demo Team delivers a jaw-dropping showcase of fifth-generation airpower, combining raw speed, precision maneuverability, and cutting-edge stealth technology into a high-energy demonstration unlike anything else in the sky. With thunderous vertical climbs, tight high-alpha turns, and lightning-fast tactical maneuvers, the demo highlights the incredible power and agility of the world’s most advanced multi-role fighter. More than just a flying performance, the F-35 Demo represents the future of American air dominance and the unmatched capabilities of the next generation of Airmen who fly, maintain, and support this revolutionary aircraft. ...

Rooster Aerobatics

by Air Dot Show

May 17, 2026

Rooster Aerobatics delivers a high-energy, crowd-centered performance that combines the precision of elite military aviation with the raw excitement of classic stick-and-rudder flying. Flying an aggressive, fast-paced routine in his Pitts S2-B biplane, Bob “Rooster” Schmidle unleashes violent tumbles, knife-edge passes, snap rolls, torque rolls, and low-level aerobatics that keep the airplane in front of the crowd from start to finish. A retired Marine Corps Lieutenant General, TOPGUN graduate, and former F/A-18 Hornet pilot with more than 7,000 flight hours, Rooster brings authentic fighter pilot intensity and real-world combat aviation credibility to every performance, creating one of the most unique and dynamic acts on the air show circuit today....

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds

by Air Dot Show

May 7, 2026

Patrouille de France

by Air Dot Show

May 7, 2026

For the first time in nearly four decades, the legendary Patrouille de France returns to American skies for a historic mission celebrating 250 years of freedom and friendship between France and the United States. The team will officially kick off the “Liberté 250” tour on the Air Dot Show Tour in Ocean City, Maryland, bringing the breathtaking precision, elegance, and power of France’s premier aerobatic team to the beaches of the Atlantic coast. Flying the iconic Alpha Jets in brilliant red, white, and blue smoke, this once-in-a-generation appearance marks the beginning of a nationwide tribute to the enduring alliance that helped shape the birth of the United States. Click Here for more info...

F-5 Tiger

by Air Dot Show

May 5, 2026

The Northrop F-5 Tiger II is the definition of lean, lethal performance. Built for speed, simplicity, and surgical precision, this lightweight supersonic fighter punches far above its weight class with blistering acceleration, razor-sharp handling, and a silhouette that screams pure fighter DNA. Originally designed as an affordable front-line jet, the F-5 became a global icon, trusted by allied air forces and famously flown as the adversary aircraft that trains America’s top guns to dominate the skies. Small, fast, and unforgiving in the right hands, the F-5 Tiger II isn’t just a fighter, it’s a knife fight in the air....

Air Force Heritage Flight

by Air Dot Show

May 5, 2026

The U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight is a breathtaking spectacle where history and innovation soar side by side, as legendary historic aircraft like the F-5 Tiger, P-51 Mustang and P-38 Lightning join forces with today’s most advanced fighters—the F-22 Raptor, F-35 Lightning II, and F-16 Viper—in a powerful tribute to American air power. Born from the skies of World War II and evolving into the cutting edge of modern aviation, these formations aren't just flights — they’re living, roaring monuments to the heroes who have defended freedom for generations. Every pass of the formation is a heart-pounding salute to the courage, sacrifice, and unstoppable spirit of the United States Air Force....

F-15 Eagle

by Air Dot Show

May 1, 2026

The F-15 Eagle doesn’t sneak in, it announces itself with raw, unapologetic power. Twin afterburners light and the sky rips open as it tears down the show line at blistering speed, the sound hitting you a split second after the jet is already past. Built to dominate the skies, the Eagle turns pure velocity into a spectacle, climbing hard, accelerating even harder, and leaving nothing but thunder in its wake. This is not a routine, it’s a visceral hit of speed, power, and air superiority you don’t just watch, you feel....

Racers Jet Team L-39

by Air Dot Show

April 21, 2026

The Racers Jet Team brings pure adrenaline to the sky, and at the heart of it is Jerry "Jive" Kerby in his sleek Aero L-39 Albatros. With aggressive speed, precision formations, and low-level passes that rip across the show line, Jive delivers a performance that feels more like a combat demo than a civilian act. The L-39 screams in tight turns and high-energy maneuvers, showcasing raw jet power just feet above the crowd, while Jive’s signature style blends military intensity with showmanship. It is fast, loud, and unapologetically thrilling, exactly the kind of performance that gets people on their feet and reminds them what real jet performance looks like....

B-52 Stratofortress

by Air Dot Show

March 23, 2026

The B-52 Stratofortress thunders overhead as a symbol of enduring airpower, its massive wingspan cutting a steady, commanding silhouette across the sky. In the airshow, this iconic bomber performs dignified wings-level passes, showcasing its sheer size, stability, and unmistakable presence rather than agility. With eight engines roaring in unison, the aircraft demonstrates the raw power and engineering that have kept it in service for decades....

SOCOM Para-Commandos

by Air Dot Show

February 17, 2026

The SOCOM Para-Commandos Jump Team is an elite demonstration unit made up of current and former U.S. Special Operations personnel, bringing the precision, discipline, and confidence of America’s most capable operators to the sky. These parachutists are not just show performers, they are highly trained professionals with real-world operational experience, translating that same focus into a high-impact, crowd-stopping aerial entrance. Dropping in from thousands of feet above, they combine precision freefall, tight canopy formations, and perfectly timed showmanship to hit the target on cue while carrying massive American flags, unit flags, and sponsor banners, creating an unforgettable opening moment that immediately sets the tone for the entire event. ...