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Red, White & Blue Airshow in Monroe, Louisiana
Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary
Gates open
3 PM on May 1st and May 2nd
11 AM on May 3rd.
Monroe Regional Airport
A three-day aviation experience honoring America’s heroes with historic warbirds, military aircraft, and unforgettable aerial performances.
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MEET THE 2026 LINE UP
Experience a world-class lineup of aviation performers featuring historic warbirds, modern aircraft, precision aerobatics, and patriotic tributes. Each performance showcases the skill, history, and innovation that define American aviation.
Aerial Illuminations – Drone Light Show Experience
Aerial Illuminations transforms the night sky into a breathtaking canvas of light and motion. Blending advanced drone technology with artistic storytelling, their performances create stunning aerial formations, custom imagery, and immersive visual moments that captivate audiences of all ages.
FAA-certified and fully compliant, each show is carefully designed with safety, precision, and innovation at its core. Using pre-programmed flight paths, redundant communication systems, and geo-fencing technology, every performance is executed with the highest operational standards.
Eco-friendly, noise-free, and inclusive for families and individuals with sensory sensitivities, Aerial Illuminations delivers a modern entertainment experience that connects deeply with audiences — elevating events from memorable to unforgettable.
FAA-certified and fully compliant, each show is carefully designed with safety, precision, and innovation at its core. Using pre-programmed flight paths, redundant communication systems, and geo-fencing technology, every performance is executed with the highest operational standards.
Eco-friendly, noise-free, and inclusive for families and individuals with sensory sensitivities, Aerial Illuminations delivers a modern entertainment experience that connects deeply with audiences — elevating events from memorable to unforgettable.
Jet Waco Radmotorsports
High-Energy Aerobatic Performance
JET WACO RAD Motorsports delivers a powerful and high-energy aerobatic performance that combines classic aircraft design with modern jet propulsion. Built on the iconic WACO airframe and transformed into a jet-powered aerobatic machine, the JET WACO showcases speed, agility, and dramatic maneuvering unlike anything else in the sky.
This unique aircraft allows for fast-paced aerobatic sequences, high-speed passes, and dynamic climbs that highlight both the aircraft’s innovative engineering and the pilot’s precision control. The performance blends the nostalgia of classic aviation with the excitement of jet-powered aerobatics, creating a truly one-of-a-kind airshow experience.
JET WACO RAD Motorsports offers audiences a thrilling demonstration of modern aerobatic capability while honoring the timeless design of one of aviation’s most recognizable airframes.
JET WACO RAD Motorsports delivers a powerful and high-energy aerobatic performance that combines classic aircraft design with modern jet propulsion. Built on the iconic WACO airframe and transformed into a jet-powered aerobatic machine, the JET WACO showcases speed, agility, and dramatic maneuvering unlike anything else in the sky.
This unique aircraft allows for fast-paced aerobatic sequences, high-speed passes, and dynamic climbs that highlight both the aircraft’s innovative engineering and the pilot’s precision control. The performance blends the nostalgia of classic aviation with the excitement of jet-powered aerobatics, creating a truly one-of-a-kind airshow experience.
JET WACO RAD Motorsports offers audiences a thrilling demonstration of modern aerobatic capability while honoring the timeless design of one of aviation’s most recognizable airframes.
Twin Beech 18 – Matt Younkin
Wingwalking & Aerobatic Flight
Additional performers and aircraft will be announced as the Red, White & Blue Airshow approaches. Check back regularly for updates as more exciting aviation acts are added to the 2026 lineup.
Additional performers and aircraft will be announced as the Red, White & Blue Airshow approaches. Check back regularly for updates as more exciting aviation acts are added to the 2026 lineup.
GhostWriter – Nathan Hammond
High-Performance Aerobatics with fireworks! Night show Friday & Saturday
Nathan Hammond brings high-performance aerobatics to the Red, White & Blue Airshow with his GhostWriter aircraft, delivering an exciting combination of speed, precision, and visual spectacle. Designed for aggressive maneuvering and dynamic performance, GhostWriter allows Hammond to execute fast-paced aerobatic sequences with exceptional control.
The performance features powerful climbs, tight turns, and dramatic aerobatic maneuvers that push the limits of both pilot and aircraft. Night show appearances add an additional layer of excitement, combining aerobatics with lighting effects that create a striking visual experience after sunset.
GhostWriter’s performance is a crowd favorite, offering an adrenaline-filled demonstration of modern aerobatic flying and the skill required to master high-energy aircraft.
Nathan Hammond brings high-performance aerobatics to the Red, White & Blue Airshow with his GhostWriter aircraft, delivering an exciting combination of speed, precision, and visual spectacle. Designed for aggressive maneuvering and dynamic performance, GhostWriter allows Hammond to execute fast-paced aerobatic sequences with exceptional control.
The performance features powerful climbs, tight turns, and dramatic aerobatic maneuvers that push the limits of both pilot and aircraft. Night show appearances add an additional layer of excitement, combining aerobatics with lighting effects that create a striking visual experience after sunset.
GhostWriter’s performance is a crowd favorite, offering an adrenaline-filled demonstration of modern aerobatic flying and the skill required to master high-energy aircraft.
NextGen Eagles
The NextGen Eagles deliver a thrilling, high-energy aerobatic performance that showcases precision flying at its finest. This dynamic team of skilled pilots pushes the limits of formation flight, performing tight maneuvers, synchronized rolls, and breathtaking passes that captivate audiences of all ages.
Flying specially designed aircraft with striking, colorful wing patterns, the NextGen Eagles create a visually stunning display in the sky—combining speed, control, and artistry into one unforgettable performance.
Their routine highlights the next generation of aerobatic excellence, demonstrating not only technical skill but also the passion and dedication that define modern airshow flying.
Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast or experiencing your first airshow, the NextGen Eagles are guaranteed to be a standout act you won’t want to miss.
Flying specially designed aircraft with striking, colorful wing patterns, the NextGen Eagles create a visually stunning display in the sky—combining speed, control, and artistry into one unforgettable performance.
Their routine highlights the next generation of aerobatic excellence, demonstrating not only technical skill but also the passion and dedication that define modern airshow flying.
Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast or experiencing your first airshow, the NextGen Eagles are guaranteed to be a standout act you won’t want to miss.
F/A-18 HORNET "TOPGUN" EXPERIENCE
Sit in a static build out of the legendary F/A-18 "Hornet"!
The F/A-18 "Hornet" is a single- and two-seat, twin engine, multi-mission fighter/attack aircraft that can operate from either aircraft carriers or land bases. The F/A-18 fills a variety of roles: air superiority, fighter escort, suppression of enemy air defenses, reconnaissance, forward air control, close and deep air support, and day and night strike missions. The F/A-18 Hornet replaced the F-4 Phantom II fighter and A-7 Corsair II light attack jet, and also replaced the A-6 Intruder as these aircraft were retired during the 1990s.
The F/A-18 has a digital control-by-wire flight control system which provides excellent handling qualities, and allows pilots to learn to fly the airplane with relative ease. At the same time, this system provides exceptional maneuverability and allows the pilot to concentrate on operating the weapons system. A solid thrust-to-weight ratio and superior turn characteristics combined with energy sustainability, enable the F/A-18 to hold its own against any adversary. The power to maintain evasive action is what many pilots consider the Hornet's finest trait. In addition, the F/A-18 was also the Navy's first tactical jet aircraft to incorporate a digital, MUX bus architecture for the entire system's avionics suite. The benefit of this design feature is that the F/A-18 has been relatively easy to upgrade on a regular, affordable basis.
The F/A-18 has proven to be an ideal component of the carrier based tactical aviation equation over its years of operational experience. The only F/A-18 characteristic found to be marginally adequate by battle group commanders, outside experts, and even the men who fly the Hornet, is its range when flown on certain strike mission profiles. However, the inadequacy is managed well with organic and joint tanking assets.
F/A-18A/B Hornet While the general configuration of the YF-17 was retained, the F-18 became a completely new airplane. To meet the single-place fighter and attack mission capability, full use was made of new technology in digital computers. Coupled with cathode ray tubes for cockpit displays and appropriate controls based on thorough pilot evaluations in simulators, a single airplane and subsystems configuration for both missions was evolved
During development, two-place trainer versions were added, to be built in limited numbers as TF/A-18s, intermingled with the basic F/As. Minimum changes were made to incorporate the second cockpit, with the two-seat airplanes retaining the ability to perform combat missions.
Making the first flight in November 1978, the F/A-18 and its two-place derivative [subsequently redesignated the F/A-18B] underwent most of their development testing at the Naval Air Test Center under the new single-site testing concept. While much attention was focused on development problems, these were largely typical of those in any new program, with their resolution being part of the development process. For the most part, these occurred in the basic aircraft hardware rather than in the digital electronic systems.
The original F/A-18A (single seat) and F/A-18B (dual seat) became operational in 1983 replacing Navy and Marine Corps F-4s and A-7s. It quickly became the battle group commander's mainstay because of its capability, versatility and availability. Reliability and ease of maintenance were emphasized in its design, and F/A-18s have consistently flown three times more hours without failure than other Navy tactical aircraft, while requiring half the maintenance time.
Throughout its service, annual upgrades to F/A-18 weapon systems, sensors, etc. continued. The latest lot of the F/A-18C/D has grown to be far more capable (night attack, precision strike, low observable technologies, etc.) than the original F/A-18A/B; however, by 1991, it was becoming clear that avionics cooling, electrical, and space constraints would begin to limit future growth. Additionally, another operational deficiency was beginning to develop. As the F/A-18C/D empty weight increased the aircraft were returning to the carrier with less than optimal reserve fuel and/or unexpended weapons. The additional range and "bring back" is not as essential to shore based operations. F/A-18A/B/C/D aircraft will fly for years with the U.S. Marine Corps and eight international customers: Australia, Canada, Finland, Kuwait, Malaysia, Spain, Switzerland and Thailand. Although the F/A-18C/D's future growth is now limited, it will also continue to fill a critical role in the U.S. Navy's carrier battle group for many years to come and will be an excellent complement to the larger, longer range, more capable F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.
The F/A-18 "Hornet" is a single- and two-seat, twin engine, multi-mission fighter/attack aircraft that can operate from either aircraft carriers or land bases. The F/A-18 fills a variety of roles: air superiority, fighter escort, suppression of enemy air defenses, reconnaissance, forward air control, close and deep air support, and day and night strike missions. The F/A-18 Hornet replaced the F-4 Phantom II fighter and A-7 Corsair II light attack jet, and also replaced the A-6 Intruder as these aircraft were retired during the 1990s.
The F/A-18 has a digital control-by-wire flight control system which provides excellent handling qualities, and allows pilots to learn to fly the airplane with relative ease. At the same time, this system provides exceptional maneuverability and allows the pilot to concentrate on operating the weapons system. A solid thrust-to-weight ratio and superior turn characteristics combined with energy sustainability, enable the F/A-18 to hold its own against any adversary. The power to maintain evasive action is what many pilots consider the Hornet's finest trait. In addition, the F/A-18 was also the Navy's first tactical jet aircraft to incorporate a digital, MUX bus architecture for the entire system's avionics suite. The benefit of this design feature is that the F/A-18 has been relatively easy to upgrade on a regular, affordable basis.
The F/A-18 has proven to be an ideal component of the carrier based tactical aviation equation over its years of operational experience. The only F/A-18 characteristic found to be marginally adequate by battle group commanders, outside experts, and even the men who fly the Hornet, is its range when flown on certain strike mission profiles. However, the inadequacy is managed well with organic and joint tanking assets.
F/A-18A/B Hornet While the general configuration of the YF-17 was retained, the F-18 became a completely new airplane. To meet the single-place fighter and attack mission capability, full use was made of new technology in digital computers. Coupled with cathode ray tubes for cockpit displays and appropriate controls based on thorough pilot evaluations in simulators, a single airplane and subsystems configuration for both missions was evolved
During development, two-place trainer versions were added, to be built in limited numbers as TF/A-18s, intermingled with the basic F/As. Minimum changes were made to incorporate the second cockpit, with the two-seat airplanes retaining the ability to perform combat missions.
Making the first flight in November 1978, the F/A-18 and its two-place derivative [subsequently redesignated the F/A-18B] underwent most of their development testing at the Naval Air Test Center under the new single-site testing concept. While much attention was focused on development problems, these were largely typical of those in any new program, with their resolution being part of the development process. For the most part, these occurred in the basic aircraft hardware rather than in the digital electronic systems.
The original F/A-18A (single seat) and F/A-18B (dual seat) became operational in 1983 replacing Navy and Marine Corps F-4s and A-7s. It quickly became the battle group commander's mainstay because of its capability, versatility and availability. Reliability and ease of maintenance were emphasized in its design, and F/A-18s have consistently flown three times more hours without failure than other Navy tactical aircraft, while requiring half the maintenance time.
Throughout its service, annual upgrades to F/A-18 weapon systems, sensors, etc. continued. The latest lot of the F/A-18C/D has grown to be far more capable (night attack, precision strike, low observable technologies, etc.) than the original F/A-18A/B; however, by 1991, it was becoming clear that avionics cooling, electrical, and space constraints would begin to limit future growth. Additionally, another operational deficiency was beginning to develop. As the F/A-18C/D empty weight increased the aircraft were returning to the carrier with less than optimal reserve fuel and/or unexpended weapons. The additional range and "bring back" is not as essential to shore based operations. F/A-18A/B/C/D aircraft will fly for years with the U.S. Marine Corps and eight international customers: Australia, Canada, Finland, Kuwait, Malaysia, Spain, Switzerland and Thailand. Although the F/A-18C/D's future growth is now limited, it will also continue to fill a critical role in the U.S. Navy's carrier battle group for many years to come and will be an excellent complement to the larger, longer range, more capable F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.
Ben Ausbrooks – Super Steen Skybolt
Super Steen Skybolt Aerobatic Performance
Ben Ausbrooks delivers a high-energy aerobatic performance in the Super Steen Skybolt, a powerful biplane designed for precision, agility, and dramatic maneuvering. Built for aerobatic excellence, the Skybolt allows Ausbrooks to execute crisp rolls, loops, and dynamic transitions that highlight both pilot skill and aircraft capability.
Known for its classic biplane design paired with modern performance characteristics, the Super Steen Skybolt offers audiences a thrilling blend of tradition and innovation. Ausbrooks’ performance emphasizes smooth control, tight maneuvering, and visually striking aerobatic sequences that engage spectators from start to finish.
This performance is a standout example of precision aerobatics and showcases the art and discipline of competitive-style flying in an airshow environment.
Ben Ausbrooks delivers a high-energy aerobatic performance in the Super Steen Skybolt, a powerful biplane designed for precision, agility, and dramatic maneuvering. Built for aerobatic excellence, the Skybolt allows Ausbrooks to execute crisp rolls, loops, and dynamic transitions that highlight both pilot skill and aircraft capability.
Known for its classic biplane design paired with modern performance characteristics, the Super Steen Skybolt offers audiences a thrilling blend of tradition and innovation. Ausbrooks’ performance emphasizes smooth control, tight maneuvering, and visually striking aerobatic sequences that engage spectators from start to finish.
This performance is a standout example of precision aerobatics and showcases the art and discipline of competitive-style flying in an airshow environment.
P51 Mustang - Dan Fordice
Dan Fordice takes to the skies in the legendary P-51 Mustang “Excalibur III,” a beautifully restored World War II–era fighter aircraft. Known for its speed, power, and unmistakable profile, the Mustang delivers a thrilling performance that honors aviation history while showcasing precision flying and classic warbird excellence.
Titan Aerobatic Team
Formation Aerobatics
The Titan Aerobatic Team brings precision formation flying to the Red, White & Blue Airshow with a dynamic display of teamwork, discipline, and aerodynamic control. Flying in close formation, the team demonstrates the coordination and trust required to execute synchronized maneuvers at speed and altitude.
Each performance features tight formations, smooth transitions, and carefully choreographed aerobatic sequences that highlight the pilots’ skill and experience. The Titan Aerobatic Team’s display emphasizes precision over raw power, offering audiences a visually impressive demonstration of formation aerobatics.
This performance showcases the teamwork and professionalism that define formation flying, delivering a captivating experience for aviation enthusiasts and first-time airshow attendees alike.
The Titan Aerobatic Team brings precision formation flying to the Red, White & Blue Airshow with a dynamic display of teamwork, discipline, and aerodynamic control. Flying in close formation, the team demonstrates the coordination and trust required to execute synchronized maneuvers at speed and altitude.
Each performance features tight formations, smooth transitions, and carefully choreographed aerobatic sequences that highlight the pilots’ skill and experience. The Titan Aerobatic Team’s display emphasizes precision over raw power, offering audiences a visually impressive demonstration of formation aerobatics.
This performance showcases the teamwork and professionalism that define formation flying, delivering a captivating experience for aviation enthusiasts and first-time airshow attendees alike.
Mike “Spanky” Galloway – Extra 300
American Military Parachute Team
The American Military Parachute Team delivers a powerful and unforgettable display of precision, discipline, and patriotism. Representing the excellence of the United States Armed Forces, these elite parachutists perform high-altitude demonstration jumps that showcase both advanced skill and unwavering courage.
Watch as they descend from thousands of feet above, executing pinpoint landings with incredible accuracy—often carrying large American flags that ripple across the sky in a breathtaking tribute to our nation.
Each jump is more than a performance—it’s a demonstration of the training, teamwork, and dedication that define our military. Their presence at the Red, White & Blue Airshow 250 adds a meaningful and inspiring connection to the men and women who serve.
Whether you're a lifelong aviation fan or experiencing your first airshow, the American Military Parachute Team is a must-see moment that captures the true spirit of America.
Watch as they descend from thousands of feet above, executing pinpoint landings with incredible accuracy—often carrying large American flags that ripple across the sky in a breathtaking tribute to our nation.
Each jump is more than a performance—it’s a demonstration of the training, teamwork, and dedication that define our military. Their presence at the Red, White & Blue Airshow 250 adds a meaningful and inspiring connection to the men and women who serve.
Whether you're a lifelong aviation fan or experiencing your first airshow, the American Military Parachute Team is a must-see moment that captures the true spirit of America.
John Scherff
- Extra 300
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Honoring America’s Heroes Through Aviation
The Red, White & Blue Airshow is a three-day aviation event celebrating skill, service, and American aviation history. Featuring historic warbirds, modern military aircraft, and awe-inspiring aerial performances, the airshow brings families, aviation enthusiasts, and veterans together for an unforgettable experience.
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