Thursday – A Little Personal – The Thunderbirds #Americastrong

~ John W. Howell

Yesterday the Air Force Thunderbirds flew over our house, and Twiggy and Lucy were thrilled.

A Little Personal

“Hey, Lucy, did you hear? The Thunderbirds are flying over Lakeway today.”

“Yes, Little One, I did hear.”

“What are Thunderbirds anyway?”

“They are a precision team of Air Force pilots.”

“Oh, like airplanes. Why are they flying over Lakeway?”

“They just want to to thank first responders, essential personnel, and military service members as we collectively battle the spread of COVID-19.”

“Will we be able to see them?”

“We should be able. They are going to circle the lake.”

“Of course, there is this fence.”

“They will be higher in the sky then that fence.”

“Look up, Little one. There they are.”

“I see them, Lucy. Wow, they make a lot of noise but they look like watermelon seeds up there.”

“I wonder if I could jump up and catch one?”

“Looks like they have passed.”

“Well, that was certainly something to see.”

“Yes. So there are six of them?”

“Yes, Little One. Six F16’s and one chase plane.”

“Well, I think I’m going to hit the water dish. That was certainly impressive.

Thank you, Thunderbirds. Here is the only photo I could get.

A Little Personal

You have to look carefully for the formation (12 O’ Clock level.)

 

90 thoughts on “Thursday – A Little Personal – The Thunderbirds #Americastrong”

  2. What a sight to see and thank you for sharing your joy, John. I love the third picture down with the girls sitting in unison watching. Much ❤ flowing to you all. Xxx

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  4. I can imagine what would happen if the Red Arrows flew over our house: Trevor would complain loudly, very loudly about his peace being disturbed (he tolerates the odd helicopter but draws the line at jets below about ten thousand feet) and Eos would run upstairs and hide behind the chair in the corner of my study (her safe place).

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  7. Great photos, John. Thanks for sharing. We used to have the Red Arrows fly over Fowey harbour/estruary each year, but they had to stop due to new Health and Safety rules. Another tradition that is no more. The girls look great 🙂

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      1. I know. I think it’s wonderful. It also adds a little punch to National Military Appreciation Month, especially being as regular celebrations can not be held this year.

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  13. They are LOUD

    The coolest thing though is when they make a tight turn and the decompression of the air causes a cascade of condensed water to spill off their wings.

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  14. Wow, what a treat, and what a wonderful thing for the Thunderbirds to do. How exciting! I would have loved to have seen that flyby. I’m glad the girls enjoyed the show 🙂

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  16. They flew over Dallas last week and it was pretty cool to see people all outside staring up at the sky. You had to be quick to see them because they move so fast. Glad these two and you got to see them!

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  17. I got to see the Blue Angels last week. Both groups are so impressive — and loud! I laughed at the watermelon seed comment — that’s so perfectly Twiggy. Of course, any reference to fabulous Thunderbirds recalls — well, you know.

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  18. I understand the Thunderbirds flew over Chicago, too — what a satisfying, exciting sight! I imagine it’s hard enough flying one plane, but flying in formation with others must take real skill. You and the girls are fortunate to have seen them — send them back up here, okay?!!

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  20. Beautiful, John. How lucky you were to see them! The Blue Angels were a frequent sight where I grew up. Watching jets in formation is simply inspiring — heck, even the pups appreciate the show. ♥

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  22. I love this show of support for all the marvelous front-line responders in America. The fur-babies seemed to enjoy it too. Great post, John.

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  23. That’s so cool, John! I’m surprised the Thunderbirds didn’t frighten Twiggy. The Navy’s Blue Angels did their high flying salute to first responders and essential workers here in Florida. 😀

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  28. How exciting!! I bet the noise was awesome.

    They were scheduled to fly here in October but that’s been canceled now. I’m so disappointed I was really looking forward to it.

    I am glad you saw and heard them.😄

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