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Comment by Mike Schooley on April 10, 2013 at 4:49pm

April 9, 2013

Hello Blue Angel Fans,

The Navy has decided to cancel the remaining 2013 Blue Angel performances and practice demonstrations as a result of the current Defense policy, which states that outreach events can only be supported with local assets at no cost to the government.

Blue Angel pilots will continue to maintain minimum safe flying proficiency at Pensacola, Fla. These flights will be single sorties and not open to the public.

The Blue Angels are disappointed in this decision but recognize this is one of many steps the Navy is taking to ensure resources are in place to support our forces operating forward now and those training to relieve them.

The team will continue to sign autographs at the National Naval Aviation Museum Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. The Blue Angels team will also explore other community outreach activities near their home station of Naval Air Station Pensacola.

The Navy believes there is value in demonstrating the professionalism and capabilities of our Navy and Marine Corps team, thus inspiring future generations of Sailors and Marines. The Navy intends to continue aerial demonstration in the future when the budget situation permits.

Thank you for your support fans! We will keep you updated with any changes to our schedule.

-BAPA

Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on April 9, 2013 at 9:29pm

Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on March 22, 2013 at 8:59pm

Comment by Mike Schooley on March 21, 2013 at 4:14pm

Jim,

We did meet Boss.  Two years ago we met Boss McWherter.  Meeting Boss this weekend was completely by accident when he walked into a tiny restaurant with his wife while we were finishing breakfast. The place is really small but a lot of the Blues go there for breakfast since it's close to the base and opens early.  We got our photo taken again with all of the pilots, and David of course.  There's a good chance this was our last air show and we enjoyed it.

Comment by Mike Schooley on March 21, 2013 at 9:52am

We thoroughly enjoyed seeing the Blues perform in El Centro on the 15th and 16th! We were very fortunate to meet Boss Frosch and his lovely wife while having breakfast with David. They are a great couple! We also had the privilege of seeing Boss introduce the team at the Food Fest on the 15th.  We had a great time in El Centro/Yuma!

Comment by Mike Schooley on March 9, 2013 at 12:49pm

Thanks again for the photos, Eddie!  We're getting everything ready for our house/dog sitter today.  We're getting close!  Our motel in Yuma has a pool/hot tub; free hot breakfast; free 2-hr happy hour every day with appetizers; and sometimes, a Bar-B-Q poolside!  And, we get to see a great air show with a room on the base in El Centro!  Two more work days!  I can't stand it!  LOL!

Comment by Ed Lutz on March 9, 2013 at 11:58am

Happy Brithday to David!!!!!!!!

Comment by Ed Lutz on March 9, 2013 at 11:48am

Hey Mike

looking forward to seeing you here in sunny El Centro for the airshow. Here's another great photo of David from the Navy Leagues Imperial Council Desert Outing 2013......

 

Comment by Mike Schooley on March 9, 2013 at 11:08am

Thanks, Gary!  Nice photo.  I sure hope they get to go to Fleet Week.

 

Comment by Mike Schooley on March 9, 2013 at 11:07am

Eddie,

Thanks for the photos!  We're looking forward to meeting you and Boss next week!  We just talked to David for his birthday call.  See you in El Centro!!  Go Navy!  Fly Blues!

 

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