[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 72 (Friday, April 28, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E378]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





  HONORING UNITED STATES NAVY FLIGHT DEMONSTRATION SQUADRON, THE BLUE 
                                 ANGELS

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                            HON. MATT GAETZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 28, 2023

  Mr. GAETZ. Mr. Speaker, I include in the Record the following 
proclamation.
  Whereas: The Blue Angels were formed by the Chief of Naval 
Operations, Admiral Chester Nimitz, on April 24, 1946, to raise the 
public's interest in naval aviation and boost Navy Morale.
  Whereas: The Blue Angels are recognized as the second-oldest formal 
aerobatic team in the world.
  Whereas: The 2023 season marks the 77th anniversary of this 
impressive outfit.
  Whereas: The United States Navy Blue Angels have called Pensacola 
home since 1955, practicing daring and awe-inspiring maneuvers from the 
cockpits of F/A-18 Super Hornets in the skies above the city.
  Whereas: The mission of the United States Navy Flight Demonstration 
Squadron is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United 
States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and 
service to the country through flight demonstrations and community 
outreach.
  Whereas: An estimated 11 million spectators view the squadron during 
air shows each year.
  Whereas: The 2023 season marks the first in which the Blue Angels 
welcome their first female demonstration pilot, Lieutenant Amanda Lee, 
to the left-wing Number 3 position. Now, therefore, be it
  Resolved: On this occasion of their 77th, birthday, the United States 
Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, are recognized for 
their contribution to Northwest Florida, as they have distinguished 
themselves as ambassadors for the Cradle of Naval Aviation by inspiring 
and entertaining millions of Americans each year. It is an honor to 
have them call Florida's First District home. Bravo Zulu and Happy 
Birthday, Blue Angels.

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