In what is one of many airshows across the country this weekend, the 2010 Boston Portsmouth Air Show will surely be a hit with area residents. The airshow will be held this Saturday, August 28th, and Sunday August 29th, at the old Pease Air Force Base. Gates will open at 8am EST, and ticket prices vary. Officials are expecting to have over 70,000 people present for the 2 day festivities.

This years show is getting some extra buzz because the Blue Angels will appear in New Hampshire for the first time since 1990. “In the air show, you will see us flying anywhere between about 120 miles per hour – up to about 700 miles per hour – just below the speed of sound,” said Captain Greg McWherter, the commanding officer for the 2010 Blue Angels crew.

The Blue Angels, however, will only make up a small portion of the exciting show. The U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute crew will also be on hand thrilling spectators with a sky dive in what they are calling a “US Flag Drop.” Needless to say, the show will be excitement for the whole family, and feature some of the best pilots in the country. For more information on ticket prices and parking, and any other questions you may have, feel free to call 625-6431 Ext. 137.