U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II Flyover Announced for Chippewa Valley Air Show

U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II Flyover Announced for Chippewa Valley Air Show

The skies over Eau Claire are about to get even louder. The Chippewa Valley Air Show announces a 2-ship flyover of the U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from the Wisconsin Air National Guard’s 115th Fighter Wing, adding even more power to an already stacked weekend airshow lineup. 

“This scheduled flyover is a rare opportunity for our community to experience the raw power and innovation of today’s Air Force up close.” 

-Adam Kremer, Air Operations Director of the Chippewa Valley Air Show.

The Madison-based 115th Fighter Wing will send two F-35 Lightning II aircraft soaring over the Chippewa Valley during the Saturday airshow.

“We are thrilled to bring the F-35’s to this year’s Saturday lineup,” said Adam Kremer, Air Operations Director of the Chippewa Valley Air Show. “This scheduled flyover is a rare opportunity for our community to experience the raw power and innovation of today’s Air Force up close.” 

The F-35 Lightning II is one of the most advanced multi-role fighters in the world, combining stealth, speed, and cutting-edge technology. Marking the first F-35 appearance in the Chippewa Valley Air Show, the Saturday flyover joins a stacked airshow weekend lineup featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, F-16 Viper Demo Team, and other high-octane performers. 

Tickets are on sale at ChippewaValleyAirShow.com, participating Menards locations throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota, or through local Scouts, who earn up to 50% of proceeds for each ticket they sell. Online ticket prices increase June 9th. 

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