Air Force Flyover at Disney World Announced for America's th Independence Day Celebration
The U.S. Air Force conducts a special Independence Day flyover of Magic Kingdom Park on July 4, 2023. A squadron of F-35 stealth fighter jets flown by the 33rd Fighter Wing made two passes over the world-famous theme park. The first included a KC-135 tanker to mark the 100th anniversary of the Air Force’s 100 years of aerial refueling capabilities. (Abigail Nilsson, Photographer)

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Air Force Flyover at Disney World Announced for America's th Independence Day Celebration

Air Force Flyover Returning to Walt Disney World for Fourth of July Celebration

Red, white, and blue will take to the skies over Walt Disney World this Independence Day! Guests visiting the parks on July 4 will be able to look up for a special patriotic flyover as part of America’s 250th Independence Day celebration.

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Air Force Flyover at Disney World Announced for America's th Independence Day Celebration

The U.S. Air Force Reserve’s 920th Rescue Wing, based at Patrick Space Force Base on Florida’s Space Coast, is scheduled to perform a flyover beginning at approximately 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 4, weather permitting. Guests at both Magic Kingdom and EPCOT should have the opportunity to catch the aerial salute as the aircraft soar overhead.

Military flyovers have become a beloved Fourth of July tradition at Walt Disney World, adding an extra dose of patriotic spirit to the holiday. Whether you’re spending the day enjoying attractions, grabbing festive treats, or watching the nighttime fireworks spectaculars, the morning flyover is sure to be a memorable way to kick off the celebration.

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Air Force Flyover at Disney World Announced for America's th Independence Day Celebration

If you’re planning to spend the Fourth of July at Walt Disney World, be sure to have your camera ready around 10:30 a.m. and keep your eyes on the skies!

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