Tucson Davis-Monthan Open House and Airshow
Saturday, April 12, 2014
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Sunday, April 13, 2014
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Location - Tucson Davis Monthan AFB
The Desert Lightning Team invites the Tucson community to the "Thunder and Lightning over Arizona-Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future" Open House here, April 12-13. Guests will experience aerial demonstrations and learn more about the Airmen and aircraft carrying out the Air Force mission here. The Open House is an opportunity to say 'thank you' for the support the local communities provide to the base throughout the year and D-M looks forward to hosting community members this spring.
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| Saturday, April 12 & Sunday, April 13
9 a.m. - Gates Open
11 a.m. - Aerial Demonstrations Begin
2 p.m. - Thunderbirds Perform
5 p.m. - Gates Close
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We are so grateful to be partnering again with the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona for the Open House food drive.
Non-perishable food items will be accepted at two different collection points on base. The general public can drop off donations at the collection point near the Swan Gate. Base personnel can drop off their donations at the collection point next to building 5600. There will also be signs posted the day of the event directing individuals to the food drive collection points.
For more information contact: 2nd Lt. Deborah Smith at 228-4414 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The Food Bank Organization distributes enough food for 63,400 meals a day.
The following hand carried items are permitted:
- Personal carts or wheechairs for physically challenged visitors
- Diaper bags for guests with small children
- Small women's purses
- Strollers for small children
- Official service dogs
- Cameras or video recorders; must be small enough to carry by hand
- Binoculars
The following items are recommended:
- Water bottles; free water-refill stations will be available
- Sunscreen
- Hearing protection
- Sunglasses
- Sunhats/baseball caps
The following hand carried items are prohibited:
- Coolers
- Outside alcohol
- Backpacks
- Duffle bags
- Large purses
- Camelbacks
- Umbrellas
- Paint
- Balloons
- Large camera bags
- Illegal drugs
- Weapons (brass knuckles, mace, pepper spray, box cutters, numchucks, firearms, knives)
- Military uniforms worn by non-military members
- Gang or motorcycle club affiliated colors or clothing
- Folding chairs and lawn chairs
- Bicycles
- Scooters
- Skates
- Skateboards
- Go-carts
- Wagons
All pets are prohibited from the Thunder and Lightning over Arizona grounds. Service animals assisting physically challenged guests will be authorized. At no time will pets be left unattended outside the area or in vehicles.
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| Admission is FREE. No tickets are available or required for general entry. General parking is also FREE.
Transportation: Public transport will not be available. Personal vehicles are allowed entry through general public access areas.
Force Support Squadron Services:
- Food, beverages and novelties will be available for purchase
- ATM access will be available througout the flight line
- Lightweight chairs will be available for rent - $5 per chair, per day
Flight Line Club Information:
- VIP gate and parking access
- Shaded seating area with an unobstructed view of the show
- Catered meals
- Access to private restrooms
Box Seating Information:
- Shaded seating
- Access to the Beer Garden
- Access to private restrooms
Beer Garden Information:
To purchase Flight Line Club, Box Seat or Beer Garden tickets, visit the Force Support Squadron website or contact Frances Pientack at 228-5950 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
Ground Display/Booth Information:
Contact MSgt. Jose Pardo at 228-4879 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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The Craycroft and Swan Gates will be open for general public entry to the Open House on April 12 & 13.
The Craycroft Gate is located at Craycroft Road and Golf Links Road. It will be open for inbound Open House traffic only, Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. The Craycroft Gate will be open for outbound Open House traffic only, Saturday and Sunday from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m.
The Swan Gate is located at Swan Road and Golf Links Road. It will be open for inbound (2 lanes) and outbound (1 lane) Open House traffic, Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. The Swan Gate will be open for outbound (3 lanes) Open House traffic only, Saturday and Sunday from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m.
Personnel will be in place to direct traffic to Open House parking both days of the event.
Handicapped Parking: Use Craycroft Gate entrance. Must have your Handicap card hanging from your mirror to use this Handicap entrance and parking. Ask to be directed to Handicap parking area. Follow directions from parking attendants.
(Courtesy Photo--Google Maps)
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Location - Tucson Davis Monthan AFB
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