Blue Angels

The "Blue Angels" are one of the major icons of aviation. On October 9, in conjunction with "Fleet Week", a Blue Angel pilot of each aircraft type flown by the Blue Angels will on hand to share their flying experiences. Speaking will be Al Taddeo of the original team having flown F6F Hellcats then the F8F Bearcat, Ken Wallace commanded the team in the F9F Panther/Cougar, Vince Donile represents the F-11 Tiger, Kevin O'Mara flew the F-4 Phantom, Bill Newman commanded the Blues in the A-4 Skyhawk, and George Dom commanded the team from the cockpit of the F-18 Hornet. Also appearing will be Mary Ellen Russell, the first female member of the Blue Angels. The moderated discussion will be followed by a "meet and greet" autograph session. See the current team fly on Saturday, hear the history behind the team on Sunday.