PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Because the Blue Angels rejoice 70 years in Pensacola, a Florida Congressman is working to ensure they spend the following 70 and past there.
On Friday, July 11, Florida District 1 Consultant Jimmy Patronis filed an modification to the Division of Protection Appropriations Act of 2026 that might stop any funds within the act from transferring the USA Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron — identified affectionately because the Blue Angels — from their present base in Pensacola, in response to a information launch from his workplace.
“The Blue Angels have been a staple of Pensacola and the Emerald Coast for 70 years,” Patronis mentioned. “To rejoice the 70th Anniversary of the Blue Angels calling this area dwelling, I used to be proud to file an modification to the Protection Appropriations Act that merely ensures that no funding shall be used to switch the Blue Angels from their historic base in Pensacola.”
Patronis mentioned there is no such thing as a plan to maneuver the flight squad from Pensacola, however he wished an additional measure to ensure it stays that method.
“The Blue Angels are superior, creating financial alternatives and fostering a way of satisfaction all through the neighborhood,” he mentioned. “I wished to take the additional step to ensure the Blue Angels stay right here without end.”
Based on Patronis, the Protection Appropriations Act funds the USA navy’s important features, together with personnel, operations and upkeep.
