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GallerySouthern California Air Show attracts thousands to March Air Reserve Base
Stars and Stripes
April 14, 2025
Air show enthusiasts stand in line to participate in a tour of the KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 452nd Air Mobility Wing, March Air Reserve Base, Calif., on April 12, 2025. (Roy Santana/U.S. Air Force)
Thousands of spectators saw aerial performances and aircraft displays during the 2025 Southern California Air Show at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., over the weekend.
The family friendly show offered a lineup of aerial demonstrations and performances featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, KC-135 Stratotankers, an Air Force B-1 Bomber flyby and more. There was also a live pyrotechnic performance by Firewalkers International.
The event showcased a variety of interactive exhibits and airframes from the Army, Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps for the public to see and tour, including a C-17 Globemaster III, an A-10 Warthog, a Navy EA-18G Growler and more. There were also several civilian aviation airframes on display.
The Southern California Air Show is a long-standing tradition at March ARB, which is one of the oldest airfields operated by the U.S. military and holds a storied past. The show has become a signature display of air power, innovation and connecting with the community.
A C-17 Globemaster III on static display during the 2025 SoCal Air show. The heavy aircraft is assigned to the 452nd Air Mobility Wing, March Air Reserve Base, Calif., on April 12, 2025. (Roy Santana/U.S. Air Force)
The Southern California Air Show showcased airframes from the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps., March Air Reserve Base, Calif., April 12, 2025. (Roy Santana/U.S. Air Force)
The Southern California Air Show showcased airframes from the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps. and Air Force as well as several civilian aviation airframes in a family-friendly environment, March Air Reserve Base, Calif., April 12, 2025. (Roy Santana/U.S. Air Force)
Visitors check out a United States Navy EA-18G Growler during the first day of the Southern California Air Show at March Air Reserve Base, California, April 12, 2025. (Giancarlo Casem/U.S. Air Force)
Two U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform a maneuver during the Southern California Air Show at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., April 11, 2025. (Giancarlo Casem/U.S. Air Force)
A stunt plane dedicated to “Folds of Honor” thrills a packed crowd during the first day of the Southern California Air Show at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., April 12., 2025. (Chase Kohler/U.S. Air Force)
Two U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform a maneuver during the Southern California Air Show at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., April 11, 2025. (Giancarlo Casem/U.S. Air Force)
Warbird aircraft thrill crowds with live pyro during the first day of the Southern California Air Show at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., April 12, 2025. (Chase Kohler/U.S. Air Force)
The United States Air Force Thunderbirds soar over a packed March Air Reserve Base during the first day of the Southern California Air Show at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., April 12, 2025. (Chase Kohler/U.S. Air Force)
Visitors check out an A-10 Warthog on display during the first day of the Southern California Air Show at March Air Reserve Base, Calif., April 12, 2025. (Giancarlo Casem/U.S. Air Force)