The Blue Angels performed a low flyover at Pensacola Beach that sent sand and equipment flying during a "Breakfast with the Blues" event.
The Blue Angels performed a low flyover at Pensacola Beach on Wednesday morning, surprising spectators during the "Breakfast with the Blues" event. The flight was so close to the ground that it sent sand, hats, tents, and chairs flying into the crowd. Spectators expressed a mix of shock and excitement regarding the maneuver. Ashley Korn noted that she had attended the event for 10 years but had never seen a pass of that magnitude. Samantha Mayne remarked that the proximity of the plane was so significant that it knocked down several tents, though she noted the experience was worth it. Other attendees, including Lane Wilkerson and Lillie Korn, described the moment as thrilling and memorable. The flyover marked the beginning of the Pensacola Beach Blue Angels Air Show Week. NAS Pensacola confirmed the event and provided a statement regarding the start of the festivities. A full practice show followed on Thursday afternoon, providing thousands of people with a preview of the upcoming action.