SAN DIEGO CA - The Navy has cancelled the remaining 2013
performances of its Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels. The squadron will continue to train to
maintain flying proficiency until further notice at its home station in
Pensacola, Fla.
Recognizing budget realities, current Defense policy states
that outreach events can only be supported with local assets at no cost to the
government.
Yesterday: Cmdr. Tom Frosch, commanding officer and flight leader of the U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, speaks to media during a press conference at Naval Air Station Pensacola. The Navy has cancelled the remaining 2013 Blue Angels performances and practice demonstrations as one of many steps to ensure resources are in place to support forces operating forward now and those training to relieve them. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Terrence Siren/Released)
This is one of many steps the Navy is taking to ensure resources are in place to support forces operating forward now and those training to relieve them. The Navy believes there is value in demonstrating the professionalism and capabilities of our Navy and Marine Corps Naval Aviation team, thus inspiring future generations of Sailors and Marines. The Navy intends to continue aerial demonstrations in the future as the budget situation permits. COMMANDER NAVAL AIR FORCES -Press Release