The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron Thunderbirds and U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron Blue Angels perform at the Luke Days 2026 air show at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. The unusual joint appearance came about after the cancellation of several other air shows in California amid heightened security measures.

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” fly past the 56th Fighter Wing during preparations for the Luke Days 2026 air show at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., March 19, 2026.

Senior Airman Belinda Guachun-Chichay/U.S. Air Force