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French Alpha Jets Trail Smoke Over New York Harbor in Anniversary Flyover
Eight Alpha Jets from the Patrouille de France flew over New York Harbor on Saturday, trailing red, white and blue smoke. The demonstration marked the 250th anniversary of American independence and the 100th anniversary of U.S. entry into World War I. It was the group's first North American appearance in more than 30 years.
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French Air Force jets flew over New York Harbor on Saturday, trailing red, white and blue smoke in a demonstration that marked the 250th anniversary of American independence. Eight Alpha Jets from the Patrouille de France led the flyover, accompanied by an A400 Airbus and two additional Alpha Jets that documented the mission.
F-18 and F-35 aircraft also flew through the same airspace above the harbor area.
Officials said the event commemorated the 100th anniversary of the United States entry into World War I and reaffirmed historic ties between France and the U.S. The flyover was the French group's first appearance in North America in more than 30 years. The Patrouille de France plans several more shows at various sites in the coming weeks.
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