Two United States Navy Blue Angels Demo Team pilots, Pilot #7 Major Scott Laux and Pilot #8 Lt. Commander Lilly Montana, visited the Branson Airport (BBG) on Friday, November 22, 2024. It was a preliminary visit before the Blue Angels performed at the airport on August 30-31, 2025, as the featured performers in the Branson Wings of Pride Air Show.
During their visit, the Blue Angel pilots toured the airport, met with air show representatives and local public officials, and spoke with the media about their first-ever appearance in the Hollister/Branson area as part of the Branson Wings of Pride Air Show.
When asked what the Blue Angels' performance would include, Blue Angels Pilot U.S. Marine Corps Major Scott Laux said it would showcase military precision on the ground and then in the air. "Expect our normal show, Fat Albert, C-130 Super Hercules flight demonstration for about 10 minutes. And then six F-18 Super Hornets that launch for about 45 minutes."
Besides the Blue Angels, the website for the show, https://bransonwingsofpride.com/, says that "A full lineup of military and civilian aircraft will be performing…" and that "A full lineup of military and civilian aircraft will be on display at the Branson Wings of Pride Air Show. Fans will have the chance to get up close to these amazing planes and even meet some of the pilots and crews that fly them. Our initial Ground Displays lineup will be announced in the months leading up to the show."
Consistent with that statement, as of 12:51 p.m. on November 25, 2024, the only entries for "Performers" and "Ground Performers" on the website are "Coming in 2025" for "Ground Displays" and "More Performers Will Be Announced Soon" for "Performers."
A spokesperson for the show said that exclusive advance access to purchase tickets for the show would be available online at www.BransonWingsofPride.com to the members of their Air Show Insights Club beginning Saturday, November 23, at 8 a.m. and to the public beginning at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, November 26 at www.BransonWingsofPride.com.
A separate ticket and parking pass are necessary for each of the two days of the Air Show. As of 1 p.m. on November 25, the website indicates the following:
GENERAL ADMISSION No. 1
Adult (18+): $50 Saturday/$45 Sunday. Tickets are only valid for the day purchased. "All sales are final. No refunds. No rainchecks."
Junior (13-17): $15 Saturday/$12 Sunday. Tickets are only valid for the day purchased. "All sales are final. No refunds. No rainchecks."
Junior Youth (6-12): $8 Saturday/$6 Sunday. Tickets are only valid for the day purchased. "All sales are final. No refunds. No rainchecks."
Child (5 & under) FREE. Tickets are only valid for the day purchased. "All sales are final. No refunds. No rainchecks."
Flight Line Club Box: Sold Out Saturday/$70 Sunday
Includes a folding chair, access to a shade tent, non-public portable washrooms, and a terrific view of the show! Tickets are valid only for the day purchased. "All sales are final. No refunds. No rainchecks." Everyone requires a Flight Line Club Box ticket for this area, regardless of age. Ages 2 & under are free and must be a lap child.
Photo Pit: $250
This is the ticket for the serious photographer. Includes admission to the show 90 minutes early for photography access within the ramp space |and admission to the Photo Pit with unobstructed views of the show for photography | No Seats- table tops to change lenses | Includes complimentary water. Will require separate check-in and camera bags subject to search. Tickets are valid only for the day purchased. "All sales are final. No refunds. No rainchecks
GOLD CLUB: $165 Saturday/$155 Sunday
Includes access to the Gold Club area. Includes (2) drink tickets (for beer and wine), unlimited water and soda, (1) lunch entrée per person, light snacks, and private air-conditioned restrooms. Ages 2 & Under are Free and must be a lap child. Tickets are valid only for the day purchased. "All sales are final. No refunds. No rainchecks."
General Parking: $40 Saturday/Sunday
Tickets are valid only for the day purchased. "All sales are final. No refunds. No rainchecks." A paid parking pass, purchased online in advance, will be required for all vehicles parking at the show. No parking passes will be available at the gate, and vehicles arriving without one will not be admitted. There are no handicap-specific parking passes and a few handicapped parking spots available. These spots will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. To park in these spots, you will need a General Parking Pass and either a handicap license plate or placard.
Although purchased now, the "no refund or raincheck tickets" for the show will not be issued until Monday, August 25, 2025. They will be sent via email from noreply@eventsprout.com.
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