Altus AFB to open gates for 2017 Airpower Over Altus Airshow

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Altus AFB to open gates for Airpower Over Altus Airshow

 

ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. – Altus Air Force Base will host the 2017 Airpower Over Altus Airshow Sept. 09, 2017.

 

The free open house will be headlined by the Air Force's premier aerial demonstration team, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. The U.S. Air Force Academy Wings of Blue Jump Team will also perform their skydiving demonstrations, Tora! Tora! Tora! and many many more performances in the air and on the ground.

 

There will be opportunities for guests to meet members of Altus AFB, the Thunderbirds, and view a wide variety of military and civilian aircraft up close.

 

Refreshments and souvenirs will be available for purchase. There will also be a number of activities for children.

 

For more information, visit http://www.altus.af.mil/ .

 

Media outlets can contact the 97th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs Office at 580-481-7700 for information on coverage opportunities during the event.

 

 

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