Blue Angels Soar Over Super Bowl

February 8, 2016

The Blue Angels helped kick off the 2016 Super Bowl when they performed a flyover at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CA, on Sunday.

The Blue Angels’ signature six-jet Delta Formation soared over more than 70,000 spectators at the stadium, following the national anthem.

“It doesn’t get more exciting than representing the Navy and Marine Corps while flying over the world’s premier sporting event,” said Blue Angels Slot Pilot Lt. Ryan Chamberlain. “Navy and marines serving all around the world should be proud of their efforts which make opportunities like this possible.”

Flight Leader and Commanding Officer Cmdr. Ryan Bernacchi, a native of Los Altos, CA, was proud to fly over his hometown.
“Being able to come back to the area you grew up in and being able to represent the Navy is always special, but being a part of this great American tradition makes this privilege that much more incredible,” said Bernacchi.

The Blue Angels, while based in Pensacola, are currently training in California for the 2016 air show season and are scheduled to fly 65 demonstrations at 33 locations throughout North America in 2016, which is the Blue Angels’ 70th anniversary year. The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to country through flight demonstrations and community outreach.

Photo courtesy U.S. Navy Blue Angels for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

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4 Responses to “Blue Angels Soar Over Super Bowl”

  1. Bob C. on February 8th, 2016 11:47 am

    National Anthem of the United States of America and the sound of the United States Navy’s Blue Angels flying overhead in formation are the Sounds of Freedom.

    Thankfully they are representative of a Much Larger military force protecting us world wide. God Bless the USA and those who protect us in every sort of uniform.

  2. Elaine on February 8th, 2016 6:58 am

    Loved seeing Ryan Bernacchi leading this beautiful formation at an incredible event.
    Way to go, Blue Angels!

  3. Wet Dog on February 8th, 2016 6:50 am

    Loved seeing OUR BLUES flying over the stadium….. always a royal treat to us !!

  4. Mike on February 8th, 2016 1:01 am

    That is one awesome photo! My comps to the photographer.

    Go Navy!

    :)