PERFORMERS

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, performs precision aerial maneuvers demonstrating the capabilities of Air Force high performance aircraft to people throughout the world. The squadron exhibits the professional qualities the Air Force develops in the people who fly, maintain and support these aircraft.

Objectives of the squadron are:

– To support Air Force recruiting and retention programs

– To reinforce public confidence in the Air Force and to demonstrate to the public the professional competence of Air Force members

– To strengthen morale and esprit de corps among Air Force members

– To support Air Force community relations and people-to-people programs

– To represent the United States and its armed forces to foreign nations and to project international goodwill.

The Thunderbirds squadron is an Air Combat Command unit composed of eight pilots (including six demonstration pilots), four support officers, three civilians and more than 130 enlisted personnel performing in 25 career fields.

A Thunderbirds air demonstration is a mix of formation flying and solo routines. The four-aircraft diamond formation demonstrates the training and precision of Air Force pilots, while the solo aircraft highlight the maximum capabilities of the F-16 Fighting Falcon.

The pilots perform approximately 30 maneuvers in a demonstration. The entire show, including ground and air, runs about an hour and fifteen minutes. The season lasts from March to November, with the winter months used to train new members.

Officers serve a two-year assignment with the squadron, while enlisted personnel serve three to four. Replacements must be trained for about half of the team each year, providing a constant mix of experience.

The squadron performs approximately 75 demonstrations each year and has never canceled a demonstration due to maintenance difficulty. More than 300 million people in all 50 states and 58 foreign countries have seen the red, white and blue jets in more than 4,000 aerial demonstrations.

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GEICO Skytypers

The GEICO Skytypers Air Show Team flies six WWII era aircraft, the North American SNJ and the T-6 Texan variant. Both were used as advanced training aircraft to prepare pilots of “The Greatest Generation” for WWII. The team performs a low-level, precision demonstration that features maneuvers and tactics flown by the United States military. In addition to air show performances, the team “skytypes” giant messages in the sky. Five aircraft fly in a line abreast formation and type dot-matrix style 1,000-foot tall messages that can be seen for 15 miles in any direction.

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Scott Frances Airshows

SCHEDULE

11 a.m. – Parking Lots & Gates Open

1 p.m. – Show Start (approx.)

3 p.m. – Show Ends

*More schedule details will be announced closer to the event. All times tentative and subject to change without notice.

GUEST INFORMATION

Here you will find some frequently asked questions about Pocono Raceway and “The Great Pocono Raceway Air Show.” If you do not see the answer to your questions please contact: questions@poconoraceway.com.

How do I purchase tickets?
You may purchase tickets online by clicking here or giving our ticket office a call at 1-800-722-3929. The ticket office hours are Monday-Friday from 9 am- 5 pm. All seating is reserved. Pocono Raceway is ADA accessible.

What are the ticket prices?
Tickets in our 200 Level are $20-$25 for adults. Kids 12 & Under are $10 in the 200 Level.
Tickets in our 300 Level Shaded Seats are $50 (All Ages)

What time does the Air Show Start and how long is the show?
Air Show start times and gate opening times will be announced soon. The Air Show will be approx. 2hrs.

How do I get to Pocono Raceway?
Address:
1234 Long Pond Road
Long Pond PA, 18334
See the directions tab below for detailed directions to Pocono Raceway.

What lodging options are available in the area?
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions is Pocono Raceway’s Preferred Lodging Partner.
Click here to book a hotel room.

Where is parking?
Parking is located on Pocono Raceway property. The cost is $10 per car or $20 for RV’s or oversize vehicles. Please enter through either Gate 5 (Andretti Road) or Gate 7 (Hullman Road) to park. Please Note: There is NO overnight parking or camping allowed.

Is camping allowed?
No. Camping in the Infield or Pocono Raceway property will NOT be permitted during The Great Pocono Raceway Airshow event dates.

Are animals/pets allowed?
Animals are not permitted in Pocono Raceway’s parking lots, fan fair, midway and grandstand. Service animals are permitted to assist disabled guests. Pocono Raceway requests advanced notification of service animals, if possible.

Are cameras allowed?
Yes. Cameras are permitted. Out of respect for those seated around you, we kindly ask that your camera does not block the view of other spectators. Tripods are not allowed without prior permission. Professional photographers can request photography credentials/access by completing our contact us form in the tab below.

Are bags/ backpacks allowed?
Our bags/ backpacks policy will be announced closer to the event date and will be based upon the current health and safety recommendations, protocols and guidance from state and local health officials.

Are coolers/ outside food and beverages allowed?
No. Coolers and outside food or beverages will NOT be permitted through the gates.

Will there be concessions?
Yes, Concessions will be available directly behind the grandstand in the Midway. Cash and Credit cards will be accepted. ATMs will also be available on property.

What is not permitted through gate entry?
The health and safety of all fans remains a priority for Pocono Raceway.  With that in mind, Pocono Raceway requests that guests leave non-essential items at home or in their vehicles.

Prohibited items include but are not limited to:

• Alcoholic beverages, controlled or unlawful substances and controlled substance paraphernalia.
• Weapons of any kind including but not limited to: firearms, knives, chains and spiked jewelry, pepper spray, or Mace.
• Cans, bottles (glass or plastic) or coolers.
• Outside foods or beverages.
• Tripods
• Drones
• Laser pointers and laser pens.
• Noisemakers, such as air horns, fireworks, Frisbees, balls, and other projectiles.
• Animals that are not ADA defined service animals.
• Selfie sticks or telescopic devices.
• Hoverboards, Segways, wagons, skateboards, drones, model aircraft.
• Any other item deemed unacceptable by the event or raceway management.

*This list is subject to change on an event by event basis without notice by Management

What Health & Safety Protocols should spectators expect?
The health and safety of all fans remains a priority for Pocono Raceway. Health and safety protocols will be announced closer to the event based on current guidance from state and local health officials.

Additional Questions? Contact us!
For any additional questions please E-Mail: questions@poconoraceway.com

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DIRECTIONS

Address:
Pocono Raceway
1234 Long Pond Road
Long Pond, PA 18334

GPS Coordinates: Latitude 41^o03’30.116”N. Longitude: -75^o29’58.614”S.

From I-80 East: Take Interstate 80 West to Exit 284 for PA-115 towards Blakeslee. Make left onto PA-115 South. Take PA-115 South for 3.2 miles to arrive at Pocono Raceway.

From I-80 West: Take I-80 East to Exit 284 for PA-115 toward Blakeslee. Make right onto PA-115 South. Take PA-115 South for 3.4 miles to arrive at Pocono Raceway.

From I-81 North: Take I-81 North to I-80 East.Take I-80 East to Exit 284 for PA-115 toward Blakeslee. Make right onto PA-115 South. Take PA-115 South for 3.4 miles to arrive at Pocono Raceway.

From I-81 South: Take I-81 South to exit 151A to merge onto I-80 East. Take I-80 East for 23.8 miles to Exit 284 for PA-115 towards Blakeslee. Make right onto PA-115 South. Take PA-115 South for 3.2 miles to arrive at Pocono Raceway.

From I-476 North: Take I-486 N to Exit 95 to merge onto I-80 East. Take I-80 East for 23.8 miles to Exit 284 for PA-115 towards Blakeslee. Make right onto PA-115 South. Take PA-115 South for 3.2 miles to arrive at Pocono Raceway.

From I-476 South: Take I-486 S to Exit 95 to merge onto I-80 East. Take I-80 East for 23.8 miles to Exit 284 for PA-115 towards Blakeslee. Make right onto PA-115 South. Take PA-115 South for 3.2 miles to arrive at Pocono Raceway.

From I-78 East: Take I-78 East to Route I-476/PA-309 N/PA Turnpike. Take I-486 N to Exit 95 to merge onto I-80 East. Take I-80 East for 23.8 miles to Exit 284 for PA-115 towards Blakeslee. Make right onto PA-115 South. Take PA-115 South for 3.2 miles to arrive at Pocono Raceway.

From I-78 West: Take I-78 West to Exit 71 to merge onto PA-33 South towards US-22/Stroudsburg. Take PA-33 North for 22.6 miles to the US-209 South towards Lehighton Exit. Take US-209 South for 5.7 miles. Make slight right onto PA-115 North. Take PA-115 North for 12.1 miles to arrive at Pocono Raceway.