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Snowbirds Soar at Fleet Week Amid Blue Angels' Absence

10/12/2025

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The Canadian Snowbirds are performing at San Francisco Fleet Week after the U.S. Navy Blue Angels were grounded due to a government shutdown.
Snowbirds pilot Maj. Brent Handy expressed disappointment at not flying with U.S. military counterparts, highlighting the importance of Canada-U.S. cooperation.
While some attendees are disappointed by the Blue Angels' absence, others look forward to the Snowbirds' performances.
The airshows will continue through Sunday, with the Snowbirds scheduled to take off at 2 p.m. each day.

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Story summary

The Canadian Snowbirds are performing at San Francisco Fleet Week after the U.S. Navy Blue Angels were grounded due to a government shutdown.
Snowbirds pilot Maj. Brent Handy expressed disappointment at not flying with U.S. military counterparts, highlighting the importance of Canada-U.S. cooperation.
While some attendees are disappointed by the Blue Angels' absence, others look forward to the Snowbirds' performances.
The airshows will continue through Sunday, with the Snowbirds scheduled to take off at 2 p.m. each day.