Cherry Point air show kicks off today
The Associated Press
Posted : Friday Jun 6, 2008 6:47:26 EDT

WILMINGTON, N.C. — The Navy’s Blue Angels will headline North Carolina’s largest air show this weekend at Cherry Point.

The air show will kickoff with the state’s only “Night Show” on Friday, featuring afterburners, rocket trucks, aerial pyrotechnics, skydivers, and fireworks.

The Blue Angels will perform during Saturday and Sunday’s afternoon shows. Other highlights include a Marine Air and Ground Task Force demonstration, the Army Golden Knight Parachute Team and numerous fly-bys.

Admission and parking are free.

Ellie