Luke Air Force Base Jets to Take Flight Over Maricopa This Independence Day: When to Watch!

Residents of Maricopa will witness a spectacular flyover by jets from Luke Air Force Base tomorrow, celebrating Independence Day with a 90-minute aerial display across Central Arizona.

Maricopa stands among 14 cities in Pinal, Maricopa, and Yavapai Counties included in this event.

“The 308th Fighter Squadron from the 56th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base is honored to conduct a flyover on July 4, celebrating Independence Day,” stated squadron spokesperson Jenna Bigham. “We hope residents enjoy the display and know how much we appreciate their unwavering support.”

A highlight of the event will be a pass over Copper Sky Regional Park, offering families in Maricopa a prime viewing experience. Officials from Luke Air Force Base emphasized that these flyovers are a gesture of gratitude towards the community while showcasing the skills of their pilots.

Maricopa residents are encouraged to gather at Copper Sky or any open area for the best view. The first jets are set to take off around 6:15 p.m., with their pass over Maricopa scheduled between 6:36 and 6:46 p.m.

Following the flyover, fireworks will illuminate the sky during the Great American 4th celebrations at Copper Sky from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Additionally, Duke’s Roadhouse invites residents to enjoy the spectacle from their second-story rooftop terrace.

For those traveling during the holiday, the jets will also fly over Peoria, Goodyear, Avondale, Tolleson, Phoenix, Mesa, Buckeye, Wickenburg, Prescott, Cottonwood, Payson, Fountain Hills, and Surprise.

Here’s the schedule for the flyover times in various locations as reported by Luke Air Force Base:

• Peoria: Peoria Sports Complex, 6:15 – 6:25 p.m.
• Goodyear: Goodyear Ballpark, 6:19 – 6:29 p.m.
• Avondale: Phoenix Raceway, 6:23 – 6:33 p.m.
• Tolleson: Tolleson Veteran’s Park, 6:24 – 6:34 p.m.
• Phoenix: Steele Indian School Park, 6:25 – 6:35 p.m.
• Mesa: Mesa Convention Center, 6:29 – 6:39 p.m.
• Maricopa: Copper Sky Regional Park, 6:36 – 6:46 p.m.
• Buckeye: Buckeye Municipal Airport, 6:45 – 6:55 p.m.
• Wickenburg: Sunset Park, 6:50 – 7 p.m.
• Prescott: Watson Lake Park, 7:02 – 7:12 p.m.
• Cottonwood: Cottonwood Airport, 7:05 – 7:15 p.m.
• Payson: Green Valley Park, 7:15 – 7:25 p.m.
• Fountain Hills: Fountain Park, 7:24 – 7:34 p.m.
• Surprise: Surprise Community Park, 7:34 – 7:44 p.m.

Please note that flyover times are subject to change due to weather conditions or other factors. Residents are encouraged to follow Luke Air Force Base’s social media channels for the latest updates or check the city’s Independence Day event page for local information.