How to Watch the Thunderbirds-Blue Angels Flyovers of D.C., Baltimore, Atlanta

May 1, 2020 | By Jennifer-Leigh Oprihory

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The Air Force Thunderbirds and Navy Blue Angels demonstration teams are slated take flight over Baltimore, Washington, and Atlanta, on May 2 in the second installment of the “America Strong” tour.

The flyovers, which are meant to pay homage to civilian and military COVID-19 frontliners and essential workers in each city, kicked off on April 28.

Here are the newly released, tentative flight routes and times for the flyovers, courtesy of the Air Force:

Baltimore:

Graphic: Courtesy of the U.S. Air Force

Washington, D.C.:

Graphic: Courtesy of the U.S. Air Force

Atlanta:

Graphic: Courtesy of the U.S. Air Force

Fans are advised to watch the aerial events “from the safety of their home-quarantine.”

“Social distancing should be practiced at all times,” each of the graphics states. “Stay home and stay safe!”

Audio of this article is brought to you by the Air & Space Forces Association, honoring and supporting our Airmen, Guardians, and their families. Find out more at afa.org

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