First, thank you for your interest in the Virtual Blue Angels team! The process of joining our ranks begins with your submission of the below application. Please carefully read this section, as submission of the application form indicates that you have thoroughly read and understood the information provided to you herein. The information you provide must be accurate, honest, and complete.
Be aware that as a Virtual Blue Angel applicant, candidate, and team member, you would be required to maintain working, compatible versions of some computer software. Doing so may necessitate the purchase and or downloading of such software. The Virtual Blue Angels will not be able to reimburse the cost of these items, nor will they guarantee the safety of any downloaded files. Additionally, purchasing and maintaining the hardware compliment necessary to participate in various stages of the application process is your responsibility.
The following is a list of software required for you to participate in the flight evaluation portion of the application process. By submitting this application form, you are confirming possession and functionality of these items:
To meet the availability requirements of a demanding practice schedule, applicants must reside between the GMT-9 and GMT-3 timezones. Exceptions will be entertained on a case-by-case basis. Should you reside outside that limit but feel you could meet the availability requirements of the team, please explain your situation in detail in the Miscellaneous section of the application. Additionally, legal concerns require that all applicants be at least 18 years of age at the time of application submission. We also ask that you be a member of the Virtual Blue Angels Discord when submitting your application.
The very nature of what we do brings an inherited association with the Blue Angels in the eyes of the general public. The Virtual Blue Angels do not have any official affiliation with the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron; however, we take the responsibility of upholding the same standards of dedication, professionalism, and excellence very seriously. We are looking for individuals who possess the skill set required to fly or support the flight demonstration and the character and maturity necessary to receive and apply constructive criticism, support a closeknit team dynamic, and credibly represent the core values and legacy of the Blue Angels. For this reason, our application process can take several months and consists of a preinterview application screening by the entire team, an initial interview and flight evaluation, and a 60-90 day evaluation period for those selected as candidates. Selection as a Virtual Blue Angel is by unanimous vote only.
Please complete the attached questionnaire, and submit it only after a careful and thoughtful review. Your responses to the questions give us a first look at who you are as an applicant.
Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have regarding the application process or hardware/software setup required before a tryout.
Best wishes and good luck. We look forward to meeting you!