Southern California Air Shows for 2025 – Southern California Monitoring Association

Here is a list of air shows scheduled in Southern California for 2025:

1. Southern California Air Show 2025

Dates: April 12–13, 2025
Location: March Air Reserve Base, Riverside County, CA
Highlights: Featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the Canadian SkyHawks Parachute Team. The event includes various civilian aerobatic performances, static aircraft displays, and local food and beverage vendors.
Admission: Free
Website: socalairshow.com
Scanner Policy: The official website does not provide specific information about the use of scanners. It’s recommended that you contact the event organizers directly for clarification.

2. Wings Over Camarillo Air Show 2025

Dates: August 16–17, 2025
Location: Camarillo Airport, Camarillo, CA
Highlights: The event features a variety of aircraft performances and displays.
Website: wingsovercamarillo.com
Scanner Policy: Information regarding scanner usage is not specified. Attendees should contact the organizers for more details.

3. America’s Air Show MCAS Miramar Air Show 2025

Dates: September 26–28, 2025
Location: Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, San Diego, CA
Highlights: Scheduled performances by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the USAF F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team.
Website: miramarairshow.com
Scanner Policy: The official website does not mention scanner policies. For this information, it’s advisable to consult the event’s official channels or contact the organizers directly.

4. Pacific Airshow 2025

Dates: October 3–5, 2025
Location: Huntington Beach, CA
Highlights: Performances by the USAF Thunderbirds, Canadian Forces Snowbirds, USAF F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, USMC MV-22 Osprey Demonstration, and USN Growler Air Show Team.
Website: pacificairshow.com
Scanner Policy: No specific information is available regarding the use of scanners. Attendees should contact the event organizers for clarification.

5. Central Coast Airfest 2025

Dates: October 18–19, 2025
Location: Santa Maria Airport, Santa Maria, CA
Highlights: Featuring the USAF F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team.
Website: centralcoastairfest.com
Scanner Policy: Details about scanner usage are not provided. For specific information, it’s recommended that you contact the event organizers.

6. Apple Valley Air Show 2025

Date: October 11, 2025
Location: Apple Valley Airport, Apple Valley, CA
Highlights: Specific performers and events have not been detailed yet.
Website: applevalleyairshow.com
Scanner Policy: Information regarding the use of scanners is not specified. Attendees should contact the organizers directly for more details.

Please note that event details, including dates and performers, are subject to change. For the most current information and any updates on scanner policies, it’s advisable to visit the official websites or contact the event organizers directly.

Common Air Show Frequencies

Here’s a list of air show frequencies that have been commonly used and reported online within the past 12 months (as of 2024–2025). These frequencies are often monitored by aviation enthusiasts and are typically used for air boss coordination, performer communications, ground ops, and ATC coordination.

⚠️ Note: Frequencies can vary by location and event, but many air shows reuse common aviation VHF frequencies. Always verify with official NOTAMs or air show publications when possible.

Common Air Show Frequencies (VHF AM):

Air Boss / Air Show Control

123.150 MHz – One of the most commonly used Air Boss frequencies.
123.475 MHz – Also frequently assigned to Air Boss or show coordination.
122.750 MHz – Sometimes used for air-to-air or coordination.
119.150 MHz – Used at some major shows, including military bases.

Performer Discrete (Air-to-Air / Team Comms)

122.850 MHz – Often used by performers and support teams.
123.300 MHz – Discrete for some demo teams.
123.475 MHz – Shared between Air Boss and team discrete in some shows.
127.900 MHz – Known to be used by demo teams or aerobatic performers.

Military Demo Team Frequencies (e.g., Thunderbirds, Blue Angels)

141.075 MHz (AM) – Blue Angels solo communications.
237.800 MHz (UHF) – Blue Angels main show frequency.
122.925 MHz (AM) – Thunderbirds often use this for air-to-air.
235.250 MHz (UHF) – Thunderbirds interflight.

Ground Operations / Support

121.800 MHz – Ground movement and ramp operations.
123.025 MHz – Used for support crew or backup ops.
128.000 MHz – Sometimes listed for coordination with vendors or ground crew.

Other Common Frequencies

135.525 MHz – Show control at some civilian air shows.
126.225 MHz – Used for backup or secondary show comms.

Tips for Listening In:

Use a scanner that supports AM mode in the 118.000–137.000 MHz aviation band.
Listen before and during practice days for the best activity.
Military teams often switch between UHF/VHF depending on the show location and coordination requirements.