Residents in Cnetral Arizona will get a special chance to look up and celebrate Independence Day today when jets from Luke Air Force Base soar overhead as part of a Valley-wide Fourth of July flyover celebration.
“The 308th Fighter Squadron from the 56th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base is honored to conduct a flyover across 14 cities on July 4th, celebrating Independence Day,” squadron spokesperson Jenna Bigham said, in a statement to American Veterans Magazine. “Whether residents see us at a planned event or catch a glimpse en route, we hope they enjoy the display and know how much we appreciate their unwavering support.”
The flyover tradition will include passes over 14 cities in Pinal, Maricopa and Yavapai Counties over 90 minutes this evening.
Here is the complete list of flyover times and locations, according to Luke Air Force Base:
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Peoria: Peoria Sports Complex, 6:15–6:25 p.m.
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Goodyear: Goodyear Ballpark, 6:19–6:29 p.m.
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Avondale: Phoenix Raceway, 6:23–6:33 p.m.
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Tolleson: Tolleson Veteran’s Park, 6:24–6:34 p.m.
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Phoenix: Steele Indian School Park, 6:25–6:35 p.m.
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Mesa: Mesa Convention Center, 6:29–6:39 p.m.
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Maricopa: Copper Sky Regional Park, 6:36–6:46 p.m.
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Buckeye: Buckeye Municipal Airport, 6:45–6:55 p.m.
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Wickenburg: Sunset Park, 6:50–7:00 p.m.
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Prescott: Watson Lake Park, 7:02–7:12 p.m.
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Cottonwood: Cottonwood Airport, 7:05–7:15 p.m.
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Payson: Green Valley Park, 7:15–7:25 p.m.
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Fountain Hills: Fountain Park, 7:24–7:34 p.m.
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Surprise: Surprise Community Park, 7:34–7:44 p.m.
Flyover times may change based on weather or other factors. Spectators can check Luke Air Force Base’s social media for updates or follow the city’s Independence Day event page for local details.
