Blue Angels Jets · Flight Pattern
Miramar MCAS (Joe Foss Field) Airport (NKX/KNKX) · 05/18/2020
About This Photo
The image shows a formation of four U.S. Navy Blue Angels fighter jets in mid-flight against a partly cloudy blue sky. These aircraft are McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornets, identifiable by their twin tails, shape, and design. The jets are ascending with their gear extended, numbered 1, 2, 3, and 4 in bold yellow on their vertical stabilizers. The aircraft are painted in the Blue Angels' signature dark blue and bright yellow livery, with "U.S. NAVY" text and the Blue Angels insignia clearly visible on the fuselage near the nose and underwing areas. No ground elements, airport infrastructure, or other aircraft are visible. The blue sky background with some scattered white clouds suggests clear weather conditions, likely during daytime. The formation flying shows precise spacing and alignment between all four jets, underscoring high maneuvering discipline. Additional keywords: midair, military aviation, jet fighter squadron, aviation demonstration, aerobatic team, jet ascent, twin-engine jet, vertical stabilizer, cockpit canopy, formation flying, pilot helmets, military markings, air show, altitude, aviation squadron, blue sky, yellow stripes, aerodynamic design, extended wheels. -- Blue Angels Jets Flight Pattern NKX airport KNKX airport Miramar MCAS (Joe Foss Field) Airport San Diego, California, USA roiFNldS69QK216Wry8d.jpg Abraham Lemus December 0, 05/18/2020