NAS Key West Southernmost Air Spectacular Program by Southernmost Flyer

FEATURING THE U.S. NAVY BLUE ANGELS

MARCH 29 - 30, 2025 • BOCA CHICA FIELD

Celebrating the Celebrating the

US NAVY US NAVY250th

Anniversary

NAVAL AIR STATION KEY WEST

On behalf of the men and women at Naval Air Station Key West, it is my honor to welcome you to the 2025 Southernmost Air Spectacular, featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels as we celebrate 250 years of the U.S. Navy. We hope you enjoy this exciting event with your family and friends.

America’s Navy has promoted prosperity and security, deterred aggression, and protected the American way of life for 250 years. Today and every day, nearly 100 ships and submarines are underway with the world’s most advanced aircraft patrolling the skies. Being there matters.

Key West holds a significant place in Navy history. In 1822, Lt. Matthew Perry arrived aboard the USS Shark to survey the island as a potential Navy port, planting the flag and claiming it for the U.S. In 1823, Commodore David Porter brought “The Mosquito Fleet” and built the first Navy buildings here. The first recorded naval flight from Key West occurred in 1917, and Naval Air Station Key West was established later that year. Today, NAS Key West is the Navy’s premier air-to-air combat training station and a key hub for port operations.

We’re also excited to feature a lineup of civilian performers who have spent countless hours perfecting their aerobatic displays. The Blue Angels will showcase military aviators’ precision, performing breathtaking maneuvers based on aerial combat tactics.

Prepare for an exhilarating day filled with spectacular flying, static displays, souvenirs and concessions. We’re thrilled to have you here to witness the strength and skill of your military in action!

Capt. Beth Regoli Commanding Officer

Naval Air Station Key West

The Navy broke ground on land rented from the East Coast Railway Company on Key West’s Trumbo Point in July 1917. On Sept. 22, the base’s log book recorded the first naval flight ever made from Key West – a Curtiss N-9 seaplane.

STATIC AIRCRAFT DISPLAYS

Impressive military and civilian aircraft displays are located along the flight line. The military statics provide an up-close look at aviation airpower. Static displays listed in random order and subject to change without notice.

AVIATION-PICTURED

1. NAS Jacksonville HSM-74: H-60R Seahawk 2. Station SAR Key West: MH-60S Seahawk 3.732nd Airlift: C-17 Globemaster 4. VX-30: P-3 Orion 5. 312th Airlift: C-5 Galaxy 6. 93rd Bomb Squadron: B-52 Stratofortress 7. VFC-111 Sun Downers: F-5 Tiger 8. USAF 14th OSS: T-38 Talon 9. VP-62: P-8 Poseidon 10. VRM-40: CMV22 11. 180th Airlift Squadron: C-130 Hercules 12. USAF 7th Bomb Wing: B-1 Lancer

13. Florida Keys Mosquito Control: Bell 206B Jet Ranger Helicopter

AVIATION-NOT PICTURED

USAF 14th OSS: T-1 Jayhawk, USAF 14th OSS: T-6 Texan, USCG Miami: MH65 Dolphin, USCG Miami: HC-144 Ocean Sentry, VX-9: E/A-18 Growler, F-16D Fighting Falcon

NON-AVIATION

Precision Extreme Drive Experience, and the Kids Zone with rides and inflatables.

Boat Show: USCG Sector Key West Boat, USCG Auxilary Boat, FWC Boat, CoCo’s Monkey Charters, Two Conchs Charters, Baby’s Coffee Boat, and multiple race boats.

Car Show: Vehicles will be displayed and judged in the following categories: Stock, Classic, Import, Muscle, Hot Rod, Truck, Off-Road and Motorcycle.

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BO S S THE

AIR BOSS WAYNE BOGGS

As president and owner of Air Boss and Consulting International Inc., Wayne G. Boggs is recognized as one of the top Air Bosses in the country. For over 25 years he has assisted in the production and execution on an average of 18-25 air shows each year. He is also the Managing Partner of John-Wayne Air Cavalry LLC.

In January 2004 Wayne retired for the Federal Aviation Administration with 40 total years of combined Federal service to the United States of America. The first 10 years serving in the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) and last 30 years in the FAA air traffic control industry managing numerous FAA towers.

Wayne serves on the Board of Directors for the Warbirds of America, and International Council of Air Shows (ICAS). He was Director of Operations and Safety for Sun ’n Fun in Lakeland, FL for many years. He has worked as an air traffic controller at Chicago O’Hare Terminal Radar Approach Control (C90), taught at the FAA Academy and served as the Chief of Staff for the Air Traffic Systems Requirements Directorate in Washington, D.C.

Air Boss Wayne Boggs was the recipient of the USAF Commander’s Public Service Award presented at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona; Wayne and USAF Thunderbirds #8 Major Scott Petz Advance Pilot/Narrator.

THE VOICE

AIRWAVE WRANGLER.

ANNOUNCER RIC PETERSON

Airshow announcer and award-winning broadcast journalist Ric Peterson makes his inaugural appearance as this year’s air show announcer. He has been a voice-over talent, and radio and TV host for over 30 years. You may know Ric as the voice of Fleet Week San Francisco, the Los Angeles County Air Show, The Canadian International Air Show in Toronto, Friendship Day MCAS Iwakuni Japan, and the Sanicole Airshow in Belgium.

He loves a good story and his passion is telling it effectively. As an experienced award-winning radio host, he’s covered Prime Ministers and Presidents, and has had conversations with celebrities, soldiers and survivors. “I’m comfortable in a studio or standing in front of 200,000 people. Everyone has a story but not everyone can tell it.”

Air show announcer Ric Peterson is an Honorary Member of the Snowbirds Jet Air Demonstration team.

U.S.

NAVY BLUE ANGELS

Our team consists of 140 world-class, active-duty Sailors and Marines, each one bringing experience and expertise from their service in the fleet. We are honored to serve as the representatives of the more than 800,000 active-duty, reserve, and civilian men and women currently serving worldwide in the Navy and Marine Corps.

Our team looks forward to showcasing the mainstay of modern naval air power operating off U.S. aircraft carriers, the combat-proven F/A-18 Super Hornet, along with the Marine Corps’ premiere logistics support aircraft, the C-130J Super Hercules. Both of these aircraft are operating around the world and around the clock carrying out the mission of our Navy and Marine Corps team.

We enter our 79th year with a dedication to the mission, strong work ethic, and a relentlessly positive attitude. These values have underscored every Blue Angels performance since the organization’s inception. Each member of our team strives daily to ensure the flight demonstration epitomizes the teamwork, professionalism, and precision found in every aspect of the United States Navy and Marine Corps. Our team is thrilled to have the opportunity to share our passion for our profession and our nation with people around the world.

It is a privilege to perform for you and humbling to represent our fellow service members. We sincerely hope that whether this is the first, second, or 79th year you have seen us fly, the sight and sound of a Blue Angels performance delivers exhilaration, pride in your defense forces, appreciation for teamwork, and the inspiration to achieve excellence!

It is my pleasure to present your 2025 Blue Angels!

U.S. Navy Blue Angels over Navy housing on Sigsbee Park, Key West, 1975. Provided by State Archives of Florida; Pilots photographed on the runway while the demonstration team flies in formation behind them - c. 1953.

HER CUL ES C-130

“FAT ALBERT”

U.S. NAVY

HERCULES

The Blue Angels’ maintenance and support crew travel aboard a Marine Corps C-130 Hercules aircraft, affectionately known as “Fat Albert.” The C-130 is a tactical transport aircraft built by Lockheed Martin and is flown by an allMarine crew consisting of three pilots and five enlisted aircrew.

First integrated into the team in 1970, Fat Albert now flies more than 100,000 miles each season carrying approximately 45 maintenance and support personnel along with the specialized equipment needed to complete a successful air show.

Every show week, Fat Albert departs Pensacola in advance of the demonstration jets to prepare for their arrival at each show site. The Blue Angels could not perform without this versatile aircraft.

Fat Albert weighs 155,000 pounds fully loaded, is powered by four RollsRoyce turbo-prop engines producing more than 18,000 shaft horsepower and cruises at speeds of more than 320 knots (approximately 370 miles per hour) at altitudes as high as 35,000 feet. Fat Albert was designed as a tactical transport aircraft capable of lifting heavy payloads into and out of unimproved airstrips as short as 2,500 feet long.

Additionally, Marine Corps KC-130s provide aerial delivery and in-flight refueling of jet, helicopter and tilt rotor aircraft in support of world-wide military operations.

Scan the QR code with your smartphone to watch a video of the Fat Albert pilots and crew conducting inspections and maintenance at MCAS Miramar. Take a closer look at what they’ve been up to!

2025 BLUE ANGELS OFFICERS

NO. 1

CDR ADAM BRYAN | USN // Flight Leader // Commanding Officer

NO. 7

MAJ SCOTT LAUX | USMC // Narrator //

NO. 2

CDR JACK KEILTY | USN // Right Wing //

NO. 8

LCDR LILLY MONTANA | USN // Events Coordinator //

NO. 3

MAJ BRANDON WILKINS | USMC // Left Wing //

CDR BRYCE AUBUCHON | USN // Executive Officer //

/ LCDR NATALIA LUCHETTI | USN // Maintenance Officer //

CDR JEN MURR | USN // Flight Surgeon //

NO. 4

LCDR WES PERKINS | USN // Slot //

NO. 5

CDR THOMAS ZIMMERMAN | USN // Lead Solo //

NO. 6

LT CONNOR O’DONNELL | USN // Opposing Solo //

CAPT SAM PETKO | USMC

C-130J “Fat Albert” // Lead Pilot //

CAPT ISAAC BECKER | USMC

C-130J “Fat Albert” // Pilot //

MAJ JOSH HORMAN | USMC

C-130J “Fat Albert” // Pilot //

LT MARA MASON | USN // Supply Officer //

LT BEN BUSHONG | USN // Public Affairs Officer //

su p port team

OPERATING IN EVERY CAPACITY TO ENSURE THE SQUADRON IS MISSION READY AND MISSION CAPABLE

TEAMWORK. PROFESSIONALISM.

SQUADRON MAINTENANCE & SUPPORT

The Blue Angels’ enlisted maintenance and support team comprises approximately 100 Sailors and Marines. Alternating crews of about 45 team members travel to each show site. All career-oriented enlisted Sailor or Marine applicants come recommended for Blue Angel duty by their current commanding officer. Applicants go through extensive screening, including interviewing with the members of each of the 15 squadron work centers. The keen selection process secures the squadron’s tradition of excellence, ensuring the Blue Angels are a direct reflection of the professionalism of today’s Sailors and Marines. After completing their Blue Angel tour, individuals return to the fleet to continue their naval careers.

Selected enlisted personnel volunteer for a three-year tour with the squadron. Though every team member brings skills in a distinct job specialty, each is expected to work beyond that specialty, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the Blue Angels. The squadron consists of seven distinct departments, jointly responsible for guaranteeing command readiness. A tribute to this dedicated team is the fact that the Blue Angels have never

Career-oriented support teams specializing in maintenance, administration, aviation medicine, public affairs and supply fill positions. The Blue Angels base their selection of officers and enlisted on ability, military bearing and communication skills.

12 MATT YOUNKIN

REDLINE AIRSHOWS

MICHAEL GOULIAN

FIGHTERS. SEAHAWKS. GLADIATORS.

PERFORMERS : MILITARY

VFC-111 “SUN DOWNERS” | U.S. NAVY RESERVE ADVERSARY SQUADRON

VFC-111 is the U.S. Navy’s premier Fleet Adversary squadron. Located at NAS Key West, FL, the squadron is tasked with training and preparing our nation’s front-line fighter aircraft to ensure their effectiveness. The unit, also known as the “Sun Downers”, currently operates the supersonic and highly maneuverable Northrop F-5N Tiger II, the same aircraft featured in the 1986 blockbuster movie “TOP GUN.” All of the Sun Downer aviators are former F/A-18 Hornet pilots and most are TOP GUN graduates.

U.S. SOCOM PARA-COMMANDOS | PARACHUTE TEAM

The Para-Commandos comprises U.S. Special Operations Command personnel including Army Special Forces, Navy SEALs, Air Force Combat Controllers and Marine Raiders. They demonstrate precision parachuting skills, jumping from altitudes ranging from 2,000 to 13,500 feet, and are highly skilled in free fall and canopy formations, ensuring an on-time, on-target landing.

STATION SAR KEY WEST

Operational and deployed today with the U.S. Navy as the primary anti-submarine warfare anti-surface weapon system for open ocean and littoral zones, the MH-60S Seahawk helicopter is the world’s most advanced maritime helicopter. It is the most capable naval helicopter available today designed to operate from frigates, destroyers, cruisers and aircraft carriers.

F/A-18F RHINO DEMO TEAM

The F/A-18 Super Hornet is a twin-engine, high-performance multi-role fighter aircraft built for carrier-based operations in the Navy. Hailing from VFA-106 “Gladiators,” the team demonstrates the supreme capabilities of the mighty Super Hornet, which has earned a reputation as the backbone of the Navy’s carrier air wing and a workhorse within the fleet.

Scan the QR codes with your smartphone to watch thrilling, on-the-edge-of-your-seat videos or to read more information about the performers and what to expect at the 2025 NAS Key West Southernmost Air Spectacular.

F-35A LIGHTNING II DEMONSTRATION TEAM

The primary mission of the 388th Fighter Wing is to maintain combat readiness to deploy, employ and sustain F-35A Lightning II aircraft worldwide in support of the national defense. The 388th FW is assigned to Air Combat Command, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, and below that, Fifteenth Air Force, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. ACC’s mission is to provide the world’s best combat air forces, delivering rapid, decisive air power, anytime, anywhere.

C-17 EAST COAST DEMONSTRATION TEAM

The C-17 Globemaster III is capable of rapid strategic delivery of troops and all types of cargo to main operating bases or directly to forward bases in the deployment area. The aircraft can perform tactical airlift and airdrop missions and can transport litters and ambulatory patients during aeromedical evacuations.

U.S. Army soldiers from the 27th Engineer Battalion, Fort Bragg, N.C., parachute from a U.S. Air Force C17 Globemaster III. Photo by Staff Sgt. Austin Pritchard

AEROBATICS. EXOTIC CARS. PRECISION PAIRING.

PERFORMERS : CIVILIAN

ROB HOLLAND

Rob has distinguished himself by blazing a trail of innovation, developing maneuvers never before seen at airshows. Flying the MXS-RH, an all carbon-fiber aerobatic airplane designed and built by MX Aircraft. Winner of eight consecutive U.S. National Aerobatic Championships, four-time world Freestyle Aerobatic Championships and the International Council of Airshows (ICAS) prestigious Art Scholl Award for Showmanship, the highest honor any airshow pilot can receive.

MICHAEL GOULIAN

Growing up in his family’s flight school, he developed a passion for aviation, leading him to win the United States Unlimited Aerobatic Championship at just 27. In 2006, he joined the Red Bull Air Race World Championship, competing against the world’s best pilots. Goulian performs in the EXTRA 330SC, a custom-built aerobatic aircraft designed for speed, agility and unmatched maneuverability. His dynamic airshow routines combine gyroscopic tumbling with precise aerobatics, leaving audiences in awe.

9 SKIP STEWART

Skip has proven to be one of the most entertaining airshow pilots in the world today. He is the first pilot to fly an airplane under a jumping motorcycle at an airshow. Prometheus the flying machine is part Pitts Special and the rest is the vision of Skip Stewart. Starting life as a Pitts S-2S, Prometheus was modified to give Skip the airshow machine he wanted. This flying machine looks like a good-old American hot rod. The horsepower was increased to 400 and the paint job yells “street rod.”

Prometheus, flown by Skip Stewart, was a rebel titan who displeased Zeus by taking from him and giving to the people of earth the power of fire. The name matches the paint design with its hot rod style flame job. Photo by Cari Miller

PRECISION EXOTICS

The idea for pairing exotic cars with airshows was born from the experiences of its founder Eric Nelson. At a young age, Eric developed an affinity for speed, precision driving and military aircraft. Recognizing the demand from the general public for access to such machines is what led to the creation of Precision Exotics.

SMOKE-N-THU NDER JET SHOW

Is that a jet engine in the back of that car? Get ready for nearly 400 mph and 10,000 lbs. of thrust from this amazing performer. The Jet Dragster is powered by a Westinghouse J34-48, and engine that was originally used the North American Buckeye T-2A aircraft.

REDLINE AIR SHOWS

This father-son aerobatic performance team pairs flight lead Ken Reider and wing pilot Austin Reider in a show that thrills crowds with a display of skill, nerve, and showmanship. Redline performs in the experimental Van’s Aircraft RV-8. This 2-seat, tandem aircraft is capable of speeds up to 230 miles per hour.

MATT YOUNKIN

Matt Younkin’s Beech 18 performance showcases aerobatic maneuvers in a plane never designed for such feats. Inspired by his father Bobby’s routine, Matt’s show features a roll on takeoff, Cuban eights, point-rolls, and concludes with the dramatic “Elephant Waltz,” where he rocks the massive transport’s wings over 90 degrees with landing gear and flaps extended. Below: The 1943 Beechcraft Twin Beech 18

Did you know you can ride or drive in an exotic car ON THE RUNWAY for a once-in-alifetime opportunity with Precision Exotics? Look for this attraction and more on the event map located on page 27.

ENTERTAINMENT / HELPFUL INFORMATION

ATM

Keys Federal Credit Union’s mobile ATM truck will be on site during the air show. The mobile unit will be centrally located in the second row of vendors. All food, beverage and novelty booths will be accepting credit card payment.

EXTREME DRIVE EXPERIENCE

Precision Exotics will be at the air show providing an ‘Extreme Drive Experience’ to patrons. Take a drive in an exotic car ON THE RUNWAY for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The cost is $299 per ride. The team will be set up on the east side of the tarmac by the civilian static aircraft and rides will be available from 10 AM to 4 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

FOOD & BEVERAGE VENDORS

Four beverage tents will be available to the general public located throughout Vendor Row. Beverages will include water and soda as well as beer and wine. Full-service bars are available along the back side of the reserved seating area. A variety of food booths will be located on Vendor Row available for the general public from 10 AM to 4 PM.

INFO TENT

Located on the far west side of vendor row. Stop by to find out what is available at the event, where things are located, as well as lost and found.

KIDS ZONE

The air show Kids Zone will be filled with inflatable rides, slides, a bungee jump and bounce houses for children of all ages. It will be located along the back of the air field next to the terminal. Tickets will be available for purchase.

MEDICAL TENT

The tent is available for medical attention. We encourage our guests to stay hydrated, bring sunscreen and hats or umbrellas. The tarmac gets quite hot and people will be susceptible to heat exhaustion and sunburns.

NOVELTY VENDORS

Located on Vendor Row, multiple novelty vendors will be selling aviation-specific merchandise along with other local Key West businesses. NAS Key West will have Southernmost Air Spectacular branded t-shirts, hats, coins, bags and more.

PREFERRED EXHIBITORS

Located on Vendor Row, a number of preferred exhibitors will be displaying their businesses and organizations. There will be product sampling, information packets, handouts and giveaways/raffles.

2025 THEME

AIR  LAND  SEA

CAPTAIN BETH REGOLI

COMMANDING OFFICER, NAS KEY WEST

Originally from San Jose, CA, CAPT Regoli graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1999 and began her career as a Naval Aviator. She has served as a role model and mentor throughout her 26 years of commissioned service in the U.S. Navy, having amassed over 4,300 ﬂight hours along the way. CAPT Regoli assumed command of NAS Key West in May 2022.

WHAT’S IMPORTANT TO CAPT REGOLI:

• PEOPLE AND FAMILIES – Maintaining the safety and well-being of Sailors, civilians and families

• HOUSING – Ensuring safe housing for all NASKW residents is a top priority

• MISSION – Providing the highest-quality air, surface and subsurface warﬁghter training

• COMMUNITY – Continuing constant, productive communication with and sustaining mission support within the community; safeguarding the environment while continuing defense training

PROUD SPONORS OF THE 2025 NAS KEY WEST