Welcome to home of the award-winning Tinker Air Show! After four long years, we're back and can't wait to amaze you! Headlining this year's show are the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, but that's not all! We'll have dozens of military and civilian aerial performers in addition to a wide variety of ground display aircraft. The theme for this year's show is "STEM Takes Flight," highlighting the science, technology, engineering and mathematics that make human flight possible! We're adding performers, ground displays and exhibits all the time, so check back often for the latest updates. You can also get Tinker Air Show updates by following the Tinker Air Force Base social media channels on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!

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Wondering what you'll see? Here's a list of performers scheduled to fly at the Tinker Air Show!

>>We're still adding performers, check back to see who we add next! *Photos shown here may differ from the aircraft that arrive at the Tinker Air Show.<<

Scheduled to appear:

U.S. Navy Blue Angels

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•U.S. Navy Blue Angels

F-35A Demo Team

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•F-35A Demo Team

E-3 Sentry AWACS

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•552nd Air Control Wing

U.S. Navy E-6B Mercury

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•Strategic Communications Wing 1

KC-135 Stratotanker

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•507th Air Refueling Wing

C-17 Globemaster III

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Scheduled Performances Include:
C-17 Capability Demo
Altus AFB KC-135/C-17 Low Altitude Refueling Demo

Wings of Blue

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Tora Tora Tora - World War II Reenactment

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Red Tail P-51

Get up close and personal with your favorite aircraft & meet the men and women who fly them!

>>We're still adding aircraft, check back to see what we add next!<<

Scheduled to appear:

F-35A Demo Team

•Learn more about this aircraft
•F-35A Demo Team

E-3 Sentry AWACS

•Learn more about this aircraft
•552nd Air Control Wing

U.S. Navy E-6B Mercury

•Learn more about this aircraft
•Strategic Communications Wing 1

B-1B Lancer

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•7th Bomb Wing - Dyess AFB, TX
•28th Bomb Wing - Ellsworth AFB, SD

B-52H Stratofortress

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•2nd Bomb Wing - Barksdale AFB, LA
•5th Bomb Wing - Minot AFB, ND

KC-46A Pegasus

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NASA Super Guppy

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*Please note, information on this page is subject to change.

How To Get Here: As you approach Tinker Air Force Base from Interstate 40 or I-240, look for signs directing you to the entrance. Parking and shuttles from the parking areas are free. Buses will run continuously on Saturday and Sunday beginning at 8 a.m. An average bus trip will be less than 15 minutes and will deliver passengers to the security checkpoint. All visitors should be prepared for inspection of belongings as you are entering a military installation.

Driving from the west side of the base to the east side will be restricted.

Public Entry Points/Parking: On the south end of installation, the public will be able to enter the parking area south of Bldg. 9001 (the old General Motors Plant off of SE 74th Street) through the Piazza Gate. On the east side, Hruskocy and Lancer Gates will be open for public entry into parking lots north and east of Bldg. 3001. See the below parking map for details.

Guests with wheelchairs, strollers or wagons are highly encouraged to enter through the Hruskocy or Lancer Gates to mitigate excessive time spent loading/unloading buses.

Drivers should have their licenses available for the gate guards as they approach the gates. Seatbelt use is mandatory on Tinker AFB, so ensure all passengers are buckled up. Use of cell phone while driving a motor vehicle is prohibited on base; however, hands-free devices are permitted. Park vehicles in designated areas and proceed to the gated entryway or shuttle bus stop. Base security forces will send you in the right direction. All visitors will proceed through a security checkpoint either before boarding the shuttle buses or entering the event area.

Shuttles from Bldgs. 1094 and 9001 will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Visiting an air show has many of the same security requirements as going through security at an airport. If you have a question about whether an item not mentioned here is allowed at the Tinker Air Show, please reach out via our "Contact Us" page. Please note, this list is not all-inclusive and is subject to change.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

The following items will not be permitted on the flight line and are subject to confiscation:

Illegal drugs / Controlled substances (ex. Marijuana, CBD, THC, Heroin, etc.). This restriction includes any medical marijuana products
Weapons (regardless of permit) including firearms, knives, replica or toy weapons (including pocket knives and multi-tools are subject to removal)
Coolers (exception: baby food/medication/small size 10x7x7 inches)
Outside Alcohol
Ammunition or any form of explosives
This is a non-smoking airshow: to include eCigs/vape pens
Spark producing devices (example: lighters, matches, etc.)
Pets (except service animals assisting those with disabilities)
Tents, portable or temporary awnings
Large lawn chairs (exceptions: small folding camping chairs)
Bicycles, scooters, skateboards, rollerblades
Wagons (Strollers permitted)
Mace, pepper spray, and personal tasers/stun guns
Laser pointers
Digital scanners
Glass containers
Grills or fireworks
Excessive storage items such as briefcases, duffel bags and backpacks. Permitted items must be smaller than 10x10x10 (inches); (exceptions: diaper bags, small purses, small camera cases and fanny packs)
Drones, kites, balloons

PERMITTED ITEMS

All permitted items will be subject to inspection prior to admission. It is highly recommended to minimize the number and size of permitted items to reduce and expedite security screening time into the air show.

Sunscreen (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
Ear protection (earplugs and over-the-ear) (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
Sealed water bottles/reusable water bottles (no cases)
Sealed ice packs (no loose ice permitted)
Fanny packs and purses (will be subject to search)
Cell phones, cameras and camcorders
Folding chairs and camping chairs (Large lawn chairs not permitted)
Pre-packaged and/or sealed snack food
Diaper bags (will be subject to search)
Baby food/formula/
Medications/valid prescriptions
Strollers (no wagons)
Umbrellas (handheld)
Wheelchairs
Blankets

How much is admission? (It's FREE!)
Admission (and parking) to the Tinker Air Show is FREE! If you're looking for an upgraded experience, the Flightline Club offers an exclusive lounge, private seating catered meal with soft drinks and more. Tickets can be purchased here: https://air.show/tinker/ Tickets for the Flightline Club will NOT be available during the air show.
What are the hours?
Saturday, July 1 & Sunday, July 2
*Hours subject to change
8 a.m.: Gates open to the public
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Ground Displays, exhibits & vendors open
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.: STEM City Hangar open
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Aerial Demonstrations
5 p.m.: Gates closed to the public
How do I get Flightline Club Chalet tickets?
The Flightline Club offers an exclusive lounge, private seating, catered meal with soft drinks and more. Tickets can be purchased here: https://air.show/tinker/ Tickets must be purchased in advanced as they will NOT be available during the air show.
What am I allowed to bring to the air show?
We have a list of allowed and prohibited items under the "Allowed & Prohibited Items" tab in our "Info - Everything You Need to Know" section. If you are unsure whether an item is allowed at the Tinker Air Show, please message us via the "Contact Us" page.
Do I need a military ID to get to the Air Show?
DOD Card Holder Gates
- Tinker Main Gate/Gate 1
- Gott Gate/Gate 34
- Vance Gate/Gate 40
Public Air Show Gates (No ID required)
- Hruskocy Gate/Gate 7
- Liberator Gate/Gate 21
- South End Bldg 9001 (2 Fence Gates will be open)
Emergency Service/Vendors/Volunteer Gate
- Turnbull Gate/Gate 3
DV/VIP/Media Gate
- Marauder Gate/Gate 29

Amenities
Food and drinks concessions will be available at various locations through the air show area and free water will be available to the public at marked stations.
Commercial Sponsorships
Commercial Sponsorships
To sponsor with the Tinker Air Show, contact the 72nd Force Support Squadron's Marketing Office at 405-734-2077, tinkermarketing@gmail.com

For more information, visit TinkerLiving.com
Do's and Don'ts
Do carpool. There are very few entrances to Tinker AFB.

Parking will be limited.

Don't smoke on the flight line. The flight line is a designated non-smoking area. Additional non-smoking areas will be designated by the base fire chief.
Media
For questions regarding media access to the Tinker Air Show, call 405-739-2025 or email 72abw.pa.workflow@us.af.mil
Volunteering Information
If your base organization would like to volunteer at the Tinker Air Show, please familiarize yourself with the Private & Unofficial Organizations page on TinkerLiving.com If your organization meets the requirements to volunteer and has been approved through the application process, please visit the tinkerairshow.org volunteer page.
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Welcome to the 2023 Tinker Air Show!

Info - Everything you need to know

Wondering what you'll see? Here's a list of performers scheduled to fly at the Tinker Air Show!

>>We're still adding performers, check back to see who we add next! *Photos shown here may differ from the aircraft that arrive at the Tinker Air Show.<<

Scheduled to appear:

U.S. Navy Blue Angels

F-35A Demo Team

E-3 Sentry AWACS

U.S. Navy E-6B Mercury

KC-135 Stratotanker

C-17 Globemaster III

Scheduled Performances Include: C-17 Capability Demo Altus AFB KC-135/C-17 Low Altitude Refueling Demo

Wings of Blue

Tora Tora Tora - World War II Reenactment

Red Tail P-51

Get up close and personal with your favorite aircraft & meet the men and women who fly them!

>>We're still adding aircraft, check back to see what we add next!<<

Scheduled to appear:

F-35A Demo Team

E-3 Sentry AWACS

U.S. Navy E-6B Mercury

B-1B Lancer

B-52H Stratofortress

KC-46A Pegasus

NASA Super Guppy

PROHIBITED ITEMS

The following items will not be permitted on the flight line and are subject to confiscation:

PERMITTED ITEMS

All permitted items will be subject to inspection prior to admission. It is highly recommended to minimize the number and size of permitted items to reduce and expedite security screening time into the air show.

Frequently Asked Questions

Saturday, July 1 & Sunday, July 2 *Hours subject to change 8 a.m.: Gates open to the public 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Ground Displays, exhibits & vendors open 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.: STEM City Hangar open 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Aerial Demonstrations 5 p.m.: Gates closed to the public

The Flightline Club offers an exclusive lounge, private seating, catered meal with soft drinks and more. Tickets can be purchased here: https://air.show/tinker/ Tickets must be purchased in advanced as they will NOT be available during the air show.

We have a list of allowed and prohibited items under the "Allowed & Prohibited Items" tab in our "Info - Everything You Need to Know" section. If you are unsure whether an item is allowed at the Tinker Air Show, please message us via the "Contact Us" page.

DOD Card Holder Gates

Tinker Main Gate/Gate 1

Gott Gate/Gate 34

Vance Gate/Gate 40

Public Air Show Gates (No ID required)

Hruskocy Gate/Gate 7

Liberator Gate/Gate 21

South End Bldg 9001 (2 Fence Gates will be open)

Emergency Service/Vendors/Volunteer Gate

Turnbull Gate/Gate 3

DV/VIP/Media Gate

Marauder Gate/Gate 29

Additional Info

Food and drinks concessions will be available at various locations through the air show area and free water will be available to the public at marked stations.

Commercial Sponsorships To sponsor with the Tinker Air Show, contact the 72nd Force Support Squadron's Marketing Office at 405-734-2077, tinkermarketing@gmail.com

For more information, visit TinkerLiving.com

Do carpool. There are very few entrances to Tinker AFB.

Parking will be limited.

Don't smoke on the flight line. The flight line is a designated non-smoking area. Additional non-smoking areas will be designated by the base fire chief.

For questions regarding media access to the Tinker Air Show, call 405-739-2025 or email 72abw.pa.workflow@us.af.mil

Scheduled Performances Include:
C-17 Capability Demo
Altus AFB KC-135/C-17 Low Altitude Refueling Demo

Saturday, July 1 & Sunday, July 2
*Hours subject to change
8 a.m.: Gates open to the public
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Ground Displays, exhibits & vendors open
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.: STEM City Hangar open
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Aerial Demonstrations
5 p.m.: Gates closed to the public

Commercial Sponsorships
To sponsor with the Tinker Air Show, contact the 72nd Force Support Squadron's Marketing Office at 405-734-2077, tinkermarketing@gmail.com