Earlier this week we told you the Air Force Thunderbirds were going to fly over Walt Disney World on Thursday, and with a bright blue sky as the backdrop, they did just that.
The Moments
Those in attendence say it was an inspiring moment to witness as the Air Force’s premier aviators soared 500 feet over Cinderella Castle and down over Main Street, U.S.A.
On their second pass, the Thunderbirds performed the precision flying they’re known for, and executed their world-famous delta break maneuver as they passed over Cinderella Castle.
Giving the event even more of a Disney connection, the pilot that flew the #4 jet, U.S. Air Force Maj. Zane Taylor, is the son of a retired Disney executive and grew up around Walt Disney World, and often dreamed of flying over the park.
Here are some more photos from the event:
Making the morning even more special, military and veteran students from the University of Central Florida and members of the DISNEY SALUTE military employee resource group joined Guests to watch the pilots:
The Video
If you weren’t able to be there in person, the flyover was captured by Disney, both on the ground and in the air. It also features interviews from Maj. Zane Taylor and his father, among others.
Take a look:
Other Appearances This Weekend
The Thunderbirds are in Central Florida to participate in the annual Orlando Air and Space show this weekend, October 29-30, at the Orlando Sanford International Airport. Tickets are still available at the link.
Did you get to see the Thunderbirds live at Magic Kingdom this week? Let us know in the comments!