OAK home base again for air show performers
Oakland, Calif. – October 1, 2024: San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) will host the U.S. Navy Blue Angels for the tenth consecutive year for San Francisco Fleet Week 2024. The San Francisco Fleet Week 2024 Air Shows will begin Friday, October 11 and run through Sunday, October 13. Air show performers will include the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and other military and general aviation performers who will be based at San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport.
“For the tenth consecutive year, the San Francisco Fleet Week air show performers will be based here at OAK,” said Port of Oakland Director of Aviation Craig Simon. “Our community looks forward to this exciting event every year, and we at OAK are proud to once again be hosting the renown U.S. Navy Blue Angels and other Fleet Week performers.”
During practice sessions and the air show demonstrations throughout the event week, airport neighbors will experience an unusual level of aircraft activity and noise. To be added to the Airport’s community advisory notification list, contact the Noise Hot Line at (510) 563-6463.
Follow Fleet Week activities on Twitter at @FleetWeekSF or by using the hashtag #FleetWeekSF
For more information about Fleet Week in the Bay Area, visit http://fleetweeksf.org/
For more information about the Blue Angels, visit www.blueangels.navy.mil
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About the U.S. Navy Blue Angels
Since 1946, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels’ mission is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps and to inspire a culture of excellence and service to the country by conducting flight demonstrations and community outreach. Around the country, the Team serves as ambassadors of goodwill by bringing naval aviation to men, women, and children across America. The precision flight demonstrations showcase the professionalism, excellence and teamwork found in all Navy and Marine Corps units, as well as provide the thrill and magic of flight to people each year. Since its inception, the team has flown for more than 450 million spectators worldwide. Website: blueangels.navy.mil. Follow the Blue Angels on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
About The San Francisco Fleet Week Air Show Presented by United Airlines
The San Francisco Fleet Week Air Show Presented by United Airlines has attracted fans from 49 countries, all 50 of the United States and the Virgin Islands. Held annually as part of the overall San Francisco Fleet Week celebration, the Show takes place over the Bay between The Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. For more information, visit the official website at fleetweeksf.org and follow @FleetWeekSF on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
About The Air Show Network
The Air Show Network is the largest and most respected Air Show producer in North America. Founded in 1983, the Company has served over 1,500 Air Shows including some of the most prestigious events in aviation. The Air Show Network has produced Air Shows in 47 of the United States and four Canadian Provinces. For additional information, visit www.airshownetwork.com and follow @AirShowNetwork on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.