The Blue Angels are the United States Navy's flight demonstration squadron. The team was established in 1946 by the U.S. Navy, and is one of the oldest flight demonstration teams in the world. The Blue Angels have performed in over 3,000 air shows in the U.S. and in more than 60 countries around the world.

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The Blue Angels have a long and rich history, beginning in 1946 when the team was formed by the Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Chester Nimitz. The first demonstration team was composed of six Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat pilots, who performed their first show in June of that year in Jacksonville, Florida.

The team’s aircraft of choice changed over the years, starting with the F-6F Hellcats, then transitioning to the F-8F Bearcat, F-11F Tiger, and A-4F Skyhawk. In 1986, the team transitioned to the F/A-18 Hornet and began performing more complex maneuvers.

The Blue Angels have had a great deal of success in their long history. One of their most notable accomplishments was becoming the first flight demonstration team to perform in an international air show, in 1952. They also became the first flight demonstration team to perform at an aircraft carrier in 1964.

The Blue Angels have gone through several name changes over the years. Originally, they were known as the Navy Flight Exhibition Team, then the United States Navy Flight Demonstration Team, and finally the Blue Angels. The team was named after the prestigious Blue Angel Medal, which is awarded to Naval aviators for extraordinary achievement.

The Blue Angels have gone through several fleet changes over the years. In addition to the F-6F Hellcats and the F/A-18 Hornet, the team has flown the F-8F Bearcat, F-11F Tiger, and A-4F Skyhawk. In 2014, the Blue Angels added the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet to their fleet.

The Blue Angels have had a few notable incidents in their long history. In 1969, an F-4 Phantom crashed during a routine practice flight, killing both pilots. In 2007, the team was forced to suspend its 2006 season due to a federal investigation that found the team had violated safety regulations.

Overall, the Blue Angels have had a long and successful history. They have flown in over 3,000 air shows in the U.S. and in more than 60 countries around the world, and have become one of the most recognizable flight demonstration teams in the world. The team has gone through several fleet changes over the years, and has become well-known for their precise and daring maneuvers. Although they have had a few notable incidents in their history, the Blue Angels remain an icon in the aviation industry.