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Pacific Airshow to Proceed Without U.S. Military Jets After Federal Shutdown

The Huntington Beach show proceeds under a new five-year coastal permit with added student STEM programming.

The Thunderbirds fly above the crowds on the beach during the opening day of the 2024 Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024. (Photo by Mark Rightmire, Orange County Register/SCNG)
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Overview

  • The three-day event runs Oct. 3–5 south of the Huntington Beach Pier, with performances roughly 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.
  • Organizers confirmed active U.S. military aircraft, including the Air Force Thunderbirds, will not participate due to the shutdown.
  • The lineup features international and civilian acts such as the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, the U.K. Royal Air Force Falcons, an aerobatic helicopter, and World War II-era B-29 and B-25 bombers.
  • Huntington Beach recently approved a deal granting Pacific Airshow exclusive hosting rights for up to 25 years, a move questioned by one councilmember over the event’s economic claims.
  • This year introduces free Friday tickets for more than 5,500 students and a NXTGN STEM LAB, while the Coastal Commission’s five-year permit requires 21 mitigation measures and ongoing monitoring.