BOSSIER CITY, La – (May 3, 2017) Navy Flight Demonstration Team, the “Blue Angels,” #7 Pilot Lt. Brandon Hempler, from Wamego, Kansas, briefs Bossier City Sheriff’s Detective Mike Lombardino prior to the detective’s backseat ride Wed., May 3, at Barksdale Air Force Base. Lombardino was among a handful of “key influencers” selected for the rare honor prior to the 2017 Defenders of Liberty Air Show scheduled May 5-7. The Blue Angels served as the lead performers for about 120,000 spectators. The Blue Angels are dedicated to representing the Navy and Marine Corps’ pride and professionalism, and to inspire a culture of excellence and service to country. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chris Fahey/RELEASED).
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