One of the most ambitious air shows in Michigan history takes flight July 17–19 at Willow Run Airport, where organizers say this year’s lineup is unlike anything the region has seen in years.
Thunder Over Michigan returns with a theme tied to America’s 250th anniversary – and a roster of performers that reflects the occasion. The centerpiece is the Royal Air Force Red Arrows, the British aerobatic team making a rare stateside appearance. The nine-jet formation act hasn’t performed in the United States since 2019 and is only touching down at five shows nationwide.
“They came all the way over to the United States just performing five shows in America this year in honor of America 250,” said Jordan Hanhilammi of the Thunder Over Michigan marketing team. “They haven’t been here since 2019, and so this is one of only five shows that they’re performing at, and it’s going to be really, really cool.”…