FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The following items are NOT allowed:
- Coolers (Exception are 12"x12" or smaller for baby food or Medical Purposes, must have identification to verify medical status)
- Backpacks
- Camelbacks
- Narcotics & Paraphernalia
- Camera bags larger than one cubic foot
- Roller Blades, Skates and Skateboards
- Drones
- Weapons of any type
- Bikes
- Pets/Animals
- All Food (unless Diabetic, with ID to verify)
- No Beverages - Re-usuable emptied personal bottles are permitted (i.e: Nalgene bottles)
ALL BAGS AND ITEMS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH AT ANY TIME.
The JBA 2022 Air & Space Expo is free and open to the general public. Tickets for the Air Show Network VIP Experience are available for purchase on our tickets page.
Premium Box Seats: Premium Box Seats are reserved seats located directly on the flight line, providing an outstanding way to view the air show. This area offers "in and out" privileges throughout the day for guests to enjoy the static displays, concessions, souvenir booths, and exhibitors. Pick your seats and they will be assigned to you for the entire day. Seating is not under shade for maximum viewing of the air show. However, there will be shade tents available in the back of the seating area.
Concessions are available for purchase at dedicated booths located near the back of the box seating area. Premium Box Seats also offer dedicated porta-lets for the convenience of our guests. Rows of 2, 3, and 4 available for purchase. Single seats are available for purchase in rows of 8.
Concessions are available for purchase at dedicated booths located near the back of the box seating area. Premium Box Seats also offer dedicated porta-lets for the convenience of our guests.
Personal chairs are not allowed in the Premium Box area. Out of courtesy for other guests' viewing, standing is not permitted at the seats. Standing is only allowed at the back of the seated areas, behind the chairs. Strollers are not allowed to block the aisle.
Flight Line Club: The Flight Line Club caters to guests looking for an upgraded air show experience with the best views of the flying action. This area offers "in and out" privileges throughout the day for guests to enjoy the static displays, concessions, souvenir booths, and exhibitors.
The Flight Line Club includes outside, tables of 2 or 4 seats that are assigned to you for the day. Dedicated private porta-lets are available for the convenience of our guests. Unlimited refreshments will be provided throughout the day, as well as a catered lunch.
Personal chairs are not allowed in the Flight Line Club area. Out of courtesy for other guests' viewing, standing is not permitted at the seats. Standing is only allowed at the back of the seated areas, behind the chairs. Strollers are not allowed to block the aisle.
The JBA 2022 Air & Space Expo is open to the public on September 17th and 18th. Friday, September 16th is open for DoD personnel only.
Gates open at 9:00AM and close at 5:00pm.
We suggest arriving early, as lines could get long.
Arrival: Buses will stop running from FedEx Field to the JBA flight line at 1 p.m.
Departure: Buses will leave the JBA flight line to FedEx Field from 1 - 5 p.m.
Gates open at 9:00AM and close at 5:00pm.
Static displays will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
SATURDAY 17 September 2022 (Public Day)
Time - Act
8:00 - Airshow Parking Lots Open, Shuttle Buses Start (From FedEX Field)
9:00 - JB Andrews Ramp Opens for Public
10:00 - USAF Academy Wings of Blue Parachute Team Mass Exit Show
10:08 - US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team Mass Exit Show
10:12 - Opening Ceremony
National Anthem Flag Jump (with US Army Golden Knights)
JB Andrews 113th WG Flyover
Opening Ceremony Speech
USAF F-35A Lightning II Flyby
Bomber Warbird Flight (B-25, B-24, B-17, B-29)
AFTERSHOCK
Ken Pietsch Cadet Comedy Routine
Global Strike Flyby (B-1B X2) Flyby
Global Strike Flyby (B-2) Demonstration
Patty Wagstaff Extra 330 Aerobatic Demonstration
JB Andrews Flybys (89th Airlift Wing, 1st Helicopter Squadron, 459th Air Reserve Wing)
USAF C-17 Globemaster III Demonstration
Ken Pietsch Trucktop Landing
USAF F-35A Lightning II Demonstration
USAF Heritage Flight (F-35 &P-51s)
USCG Search & Rescue Demonstration
Rob Holland MXS Aerobatic Demonstration
1:00 - Buses stop running from FedEX Field to Airshow (Arrive Early!)
US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team Full Show
Kent Pietsch Cadet Deadstick Demonstration
USAF Enlistment Ceremony
2:15 - USAF Thunderbirds
4:00 - Airshow Ends
5:00 - Last Bus departure to FedEX Field
SUNDAY 18 September 2022 (Public Day)
Time - Act
8:00 - Airshow Parking Lots Open, Shuttle Buses Start (From FedEX Field)
9:00 - JB Andrews Ramp Opens for Public
10:00 - USAF Academy Wings of Blue Parachute Team Mass Exit Show
10:08 - US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team Mass Exit Show
10:12 - Opening Ceremony
National Anthem Flag Jump (with US Army Golden Knights)
Opening Ceremony Speech
JB Andrews Flybys (89th Airlift Wing, 1st Helicopter Squadron, 459th Air Reserve Wing, 113th Wing)
USAF F-35 Lightning II Flyby
Bomber Warbird Flight (B-25, B-24, B-17, B-29)
AFTERSHOCK
Ken Pietsch Cadet Comedy Routine
Patty Wagstaff Extra 330 Aerobatic Demonstration
USAF C-17 Globemaster III Demonstration
Ken Pietsch Trucktop Landing
USAF F-35A Lightning II Demonstration
USAF Heritage Flight (F-35 &P-51s)
Rob Holland MXS Aerobatic Demonstration
AFTERSHOCK
1:00 - Buses stop running from FedEX Field to Airshow (Arrive Early!)
US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team Full Show
Kent Pietsch Cadet Deadstick Demonstration
1:50 - USAF Thunderbirds
4:00 - Airshow Ends
5:00 - Last Bus departure to FedEX Field
*Current as of 8 September 2022 -- Schedule is subject to change without notice due to mechanical considerations, weather conditions, Joint Base Andrews Operations, and other matters beyond the control of the Event.
Arrival: Buses will stop running from FedEx Field to the JBA flight line at 1 p.m.
Departure: Buses will leave the JBA flight line to FedEx Field from 1 - 5 p.m.
The airshow will be located at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.
Guests will park at FedEx Field, 1600 FedEx Way, North Englewood, Maryland 20785, and be bused to the Joint Base Andrews flight line.
Arrival: Buses will stop running from FedEx Field to the JBA flight line at 1 p.m.
Departure: Buses will leave the JBA flight line to FedEx Field from 1 - 5 p.m.
Guests will park at FedEx Field, 1600 FedEx Way, North Englewood, Maryland 20785, and be bused to the Joint Base Andrews flight line.
Arrival: Buses will stop running from FedEx Field to the JBA flight line at 1 p.m.
Departure: Buses will leave the JBA flight line to FedEx Field from 1 - 5 p.m.
Civilians may park at FedEx Field where they will be screened before boarding buses to JBA.
General parking, including handicapped parking, is free. Parking is available on a first come, first served basis. Handicap parking is available, with accessible shuttle buses. Please arrive early to ensure a parking spot.
Guests will park at FedEx Field, 1600 FedEx Way, North Englewood, Maryland 20785, and be bused to the Joint Base Andrews flight line.
Arrival: Buses will stop running from FedEx Field to the JBA flight line at 1 p.m.
Departure: Buses will leave the JBA flight line to FedEx Field from 1 - 5 p.m.
Drop-offs at the base are not allowed. Shuttle services will be from our parking the FedExF Field, 1600 FedEx Way, North Englewood, Maryland 20785 to the Joint Base Andrews Flight Line.
Arrival: Buses will stop running from FedEx Field to the JBA flight line at 1 p.m.
Departure: Buses will leave the JBA flight line to FedEx Field from 1 - 5 p.m
The following items are allowed:
- Empty re-usable bottles, such as Nalgene bottles, are permitted at the Air & Space Expo. The public will be able to utilize them at our water refilling stations once they arrive.
- Strollers or wagons. Strollers are not allowed to block aisle ways.
- Wheelchairs and motorized scooters (Note: There is no place to plug in and recharge)
- Small coolers for medical purposes or baby items. Must be 12"x12" or smaller.
- Baby formula, expressed milk, and pureed baby food are all permitted
- Ponchos
- Cameras
- Small bags, such as a purse or diaper bag. Please keep number of items as small as you can manage.
ALL BAGS AND ITEMS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH AT ANY TIME.
Outside food and drinks are not allowed, with the exception of baby food or medically necessary items. There will be plenty of food vendors available on the show grounds.
Empty re-usable bottles, such as Nalgene bottles, are permitted at the Air & Space Expo. The public will be able to utilize them at our water refilling stations once they arrive.
Generally, yes, the show is the same. However, there may be some variations depending on special aircraft, which may make only a one-day fly-by appearance. Subject to change without notice.
Motorized scooters and wheelchairs for disabled patrons are allowed in the air show grounds. Handicap accessible shuttle buses are available.
Personal golf carts are not allowed.
Please be aware that the crowds may be heavy, maneuvering may be difficult, and that there is no place at the show to plug in and recharge.
Yes, strollers or small wagons are allowed. Please limit any diaper bags to the smallest you can manage. Security personnel at the gates will search all items and have the final say on what is allowed in.
Pets are NOT allowed onto the air show area and should NOT be left in vehicles. Because of the festival setting with food and beverage vendors, the Health Department prohibits animals, other than legally allowed service animals. Please also understand that temperatures on the tarmac area can easily reach over 100 degrees and will burn your pets feet. The loud noises of the planes and pyrotechnics can injure their sensitive hearing and/or frighten your animal. Please leave your pet(s) at home where they are safe.
General Admission to the Airshow is free, Premium Seating tickets can be purchased by visiting our tickets page.
When you purchase your tickets online, you need to have an email address ready. Tickets bought online are sent to an email address where you can download and print out your tickets instantly! Be sure you have a working printer handy as well, or a friend that will let you use theirs. You may also show your tickets on your phone for admission.
General Admission to the airshow is free! Premium tickets available online.
If you do not have access to a printer, you may show your tickets on your phone for admission. We suggest taking a picture or screenshot of your tickets, incase internet is spotty at the show gates.
Tickets purchased in advance are sent to an email address. You may need to check any junk or spam folders you have just incase. If you need your tickets resent to you, please contact our Ticket Help 24/7.
Unfortunately, there are not any discounts available. General admission to the show is free.
We list our performers, but cannot give specific times at which the acts will fly. Schedules are finalized much closer to the show and depend on availability and various other conditions. All acts are subject to change/cancellation without notice. You can find a general schedule of the entire day on our schedule page.
General Admission to the airshow is free!
For Premium Tickets, children ages 4 and up require a ticket. Age three (3) and under are admitted free, but lap only. If you would like to have a seat for your child 3 and under, you must purchase a seat.
All sales are final. In the event of performer illness, inclement weather, or technical issues, there will not be a refund or exchange given.
Group discounts are available for groups of 40 or more. For group sales, please call 805-687-0158 ext # 111
You must use the reserved Premium Box or Flight Line Club tickets for the day for which they are purchased. The reserved seating areas have assigned seats and the other day’s seats are already assigned to someone else.
The air show still takes place when it rains, but some demonstrations may not depending on the severity of weather conditions.
THERE ARE NO REFUNDS, REGARDLESS OF WEATHER OR CHANGES IN FLYING SCHEDULE.
Air shows are held under an open sky. Please bring hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen. You may also bring a small personal umbrella. No large umbrellas, tents, or canopies allowed. Umbrellas will not be allowed in the reserved seating areas.
No, Joint Base Andrews is a smoke-free installation.
GENERAL ADMISSION TO THE SHOW IS FREE. AIR SHOW NETWORK VIP EXPERIENCE OPTIONS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE.