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Cocoa Beach Today
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Blue Angels Soar Over Cocoa Beach for Air Dot Show
10 things to know about the Navy's elite flight demonstration squadron ahead of their Florida performance
Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:04am
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The Blue Angels' daring aerial maneuvers will electrify the skies over Cocoa Beach during the annual Air Dot Show.Cocoa Beach TodayThe U.S. Navy's Blue Angels flight demonstration team will headline the Cocoa Beach Air Dot Show this weekend, April 10-11. The Blue Angels, the second-oldest formal aerobatic team in the world, will showcase their precision flying with maneuvers ranging from 50 feet off the ground to 15,000 feet in the air, sometimes coming within 18 inches of each other. The free air show will also feature other military and civilian aerial acts.
Why it matters
The Blue Angels are one of the most iconic and popular military flight demonstration teams, drawing millions of spectators each year to witness their high-speed, high-G maneuvers. Their appearance at the Cocoa Beach Air Dot Show is a major event for the local community, showcasing the skill and precision of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps pilots while also boosting morale and interest in naval aviation.
The details
The Blue Angels will perform a variety of stunts at the Cocoa Beach Air Dot Show, including the vertical roll, where a pilot can reach up to 15,000 feet, and the Sneak Pass, where a jet will fly just 50 feet above the ground at 600 knots. The team does not wear G-suits, instead relying on breathing exercises to withstand the intense g-forces. The Blue Angels were formed in 1946 and are based at NAS Pensacola, though they originated in Jacksonville, Florida. At each show, two civilian 'Key Influencers' are selected to ride in the No. 7 jet.
- The Blue Angels will perform on Saturday, April 10 and Sunday, April 11, 2026.
- Opening ceremonies for the Cocoa Beach Air Dot Show begin at 11 a.m. each day, with the show expected to last until around 2 p.m.
The players
Blue Angels
The U.S. Navy's elite flight demonstration squadron, formed in 1946 and based at NAS Pensacola. The team consists of six Navy and six Marine Corps pilots who perform precision aerial maneuvers at air shows across the country.
Cocoa Beach Air Dot Show
An annual air show held in Cocoa Beach, Florida that features the Blue Angels as the headline act, along with other military and civilian aerial performers.
What they’re saying
“The Blue Angels are one of the most iconic and popular military flight demonstration teams, drawing millions of spectators each year to witness their high-speed, high-G maneuvers.”
— C.A. Bridges, Journalist
What’s next
Spectators can watch the Cocoa Beach Air Dot Show for free from the beach. The show will feature a variety of military and civilian aerial acts in addition to the Blue Angels' performance.
The takeaway
The Blue Angels' appearance at the Cocoa Beach Air Dot Show is a major event for the local community, showcasing the skill and precision of U.S. Navy and Marine Corps pilots while also boosting morale and interest in naval aviation. The team's iconic high-speed, high-G maneuvers continue to captivate audiences across the country.
