California Capital Airshow Performer Lineup
Learn about the stunt performers, planes, and vendors that are waiting for you at the California Capital Airshow!
Fly high in Rancho Cordova on October 10-11 for the California Capital Airshow!
Guests will be able to enjoy miles of displays, climb through several aircraft, and enjoy delicious concessions around the tarmac. Stunning aerial performances by the famous Thunderbirds will surely take your breath away!
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2026 California Capital Airshow Lineup To Be Announced
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Headliner: U.S. Navy Blue Angels Flight Team
U.S. Navy Blue Angels
We're excited to host the amazing U.S. Navy Blue Angels at the 2025 California Capital Airshow as they celebrate their 79th year! The Blue Angels are known for their precision flying and breathtaking aerobatics. Performing quick rolls, slow rolls, high-speed passes, and extremely tight twists with the fastest speed achieved during an air show hitting 700 mph (just under Mach 1) with the slowest speed hitting only 126 mph, or 110 knots, while using the new Super Hornet during Section High Alpha. You won't wanna miss it!
Tucker's Air Patrol
Designed in the late 1920s and built in 1941, Pilot Eric Tucker's stunt plane is sure to wow you with his one of a kind 3-act performance at this year's airshow!
US Air Force F-35 Lightning II Demo Team
This aerobatic performance will feature the impressive capabilities of the F-35B Lighting II. The Marine Corps' version of the Joint Strike Fighter, the F-35B Lightning II, can land vertically and take off quickly at tactical airfields thanks to its vertical lift fan and rotating engine nozzle.
US Air Force U-2 Dragon Lady
The Ranch, a covert military installation close to Las Vegas, Nevada, was the site of the U-2's first flight in 1955. In "U-2," the letter "U" stands for "utility." The U-2 can fly at the edge of space and at higher altitudes than some of the most advanced fifth generation fighter aircraft of today because to its enormous wings!
US Air Force F-16 Viper Demo Team
This year, the California Capital Airshow is honored to host the Air Combat Command F-16 Viper Demonstration Team at Mather Airport! The Air Force's top multi-role fighter, the F-16 Fighting Falcon, popularly referred to as the "Viper," has long been the backbone of this nation's aerial combat force. Watch Maj. Garret "Toro" Schmitz pilot this fighter to witness a complete display of its renowned mobility. With the push of a button, this aircraft can transition from air-to-air to air-to-ground combat with its lightweight design and strong engine producing 31,000 pounds of thrust, enabling it to reach speeds above Mach 2 in seconds.
The C-17 Globemaster III Tactical Flying Demonstration
Watch the C-17 Globemaster III, the newest and most adaptable 250,000+ pounds of cargo aircraft to join the airlift force soar through Rancho Cordova's beautiful sunset skies.
The C-17 is known for being able to strategically transfer troops and cargo of any kind quickly and efficiently to advance locations in the deployment area or to major operating bases. When necessary, the aircraft may carry out airdrop and tactical airlift missions in addition to transporting ambulatory patients and litters during aeromedical evacuations. The C-17 force's natural adaptability and effectiveness enhance the overall airlift system's capacity to meet the US government's requirements for air mobility around the world.
Other Fun on the Ground
Display Aircrafts
In addition to watching the spectacular performances, you'll have the chance to explore grounded planes, meet pilots and interact with crew members. This is your chance to get up close, especially if you love aviation. Nothing is more fascinating than touring vintage military planes, especially ones that flew back in World War II.
This year you can expect to see, and even climb through, some of the largest military planes the US military has to offer including the C-5 Super Galaxy M, C-17 Globemaster II, KC-10 Extender, & KC-135 Stratotanker! Explore the air delivery service vessels in two of the largest air-cargo fleets in the world and meet the first responders and aircrafts that make up the law enforcement, medi-vac, surveillance and firefighting agencies in the U.S.
Vendor Booths
In addition to the show in the sky, first-class entertainment is still on the ground with food, drinks, and vendor booths aplenty! ATMs are NOT available, but every vendor will have options to pay with debit or credit card.
The Hangar: Tastings by The Barrel District
SPECIAL SEATING AREA. Rancho Cordova's Barrel District will be offering tastings of their finest brews and spirits. Tickets to the tasting garden will be available so you can sip sample pours of locally-brewed craft beers, hard kombucha, bourbon, and more!
