PORTSMOUTH – The lineup of performers at the Thunder Over New Hampshire Air Show (Sept. 11-12 at Pease Air National Guard Base in Newington) has been boosted by the addition of the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor demonstration team. The Raptor joins the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, who are returning to New Hampshire for their first appearance in 10 years, along with many other military and civilian aircraft and ground displays.

The F-22 is the most advanced military aircraft in the world and its demonstration will show maneuvers that no other aircraft are capable of displaying. The 14-member demonstration team, which is based at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, VA, performs precise aerial maneuvers that demonstrates the unique capabilities of the fifth-generation F-22 aircraft – piloted by Major Joshua “Cabo” Gunderson.

“Adding the F-22 just adds to this world-class lineup of aircraft and performers who will amaze and delight spectators,” said Jim Ryan, president of the New Hampshire Military Assistance Foundation, the non-profit organization co-producing the air show along with Herb Gillen Airshows.

Additionally, guests will be able to get up close to dozens of military aircraft that will be on ground display. The lineup includes several KC- 46A’s from Pease ANG, F-35A Lightning II’s, F-16 Fighting Falcons, F-15C Eagles, A-10 Thunderbolts, P-8 Poseidon, C-130J Super Hercules and more. A complete list is available at www.ThunderOverNewHampshire.com. Aircraft are subject to change without notice.

Patriot Plaza Presented by Service Credit Union will be the heart of the air show and will encompass more than 50 acres of the air show grounds. The area will host dozens of aircraft displays, hands-on educational activities for kids of all ages, dining, concessions, and souvenir supplies for every air show fan, commercial exhibits, the Kidz Zone Play Area, and a variety of premium seating options.

General admission and parking for the show are free, and there is a limited amount of paid premium parking and several premium seating areas. All Saturday premium seating has already sold out and there is a very limited number of Sunday tickets at www.ThunderOverNewHampshire.com.