Canadian Snowbirds air show thrills SF Fleet Week spectators, despite no Blue Angels: 'Spectacular!'

"Did you hear it? That roar of jet engines over San Francisco. The Fleet Week Air Show continued over the city's waterfront Saturday. This year, no U.S. Military planes could take part due to the government shutdown, but spectators still enjoyed the show. "This is the biggest party in San Francisco the whole year," said Glenda McGovern from Healdsburg."

"The party may be a bit smaller this year on San Francisco's Marina Green but lots of spectators showed up to look up to the sky for the Fleet Week Air Show. It's scaled down this year due to the government shutdown. "We are here with the kids, have a good time. I don't know what it's going to be, no Blue Angels," said Juan Mendoza from Richmond. "The Blue Angels are not going to be here, but do you know what? Canada's Snowbirds are here," said Maria Pereira from Orinda. The Royal Canadian Air Force Snowbirds stepped up as the star attraction and impressed the crowds with some daredevil stunts. "It's really awesome. We didn't expect to be like this, spectacular. It's more than what we expected," said Tina Chung from Pleasanton."

"Still, some small businesses, like Cochinita, were hoping for more. "Right now, business is slow. Usually, this time last year, we had a big line of people coming by for food, burritos, tacos. Seems slow this year," said Charlie Islas from Cochinita Food Truck. If you want a Marine drill sergeant on your case, check out Fleet Fest at Fisherman's Wharf. Business leaders are pivoting with the weekend street party, featuring local military recruiters and lots of classic cars. "We're hopeful. We're trying to manage expectations. Last year, thousands of people showed up. We expect a lower turnout, but people are excited to co"

San Francisco hosted a scaled-down Fleet Week air show over the waterfront due to a government shutdown that prevented U.S. military planes from participating. The Royal Canadian Air Force Snowbirds performed as the headline act, delivering daring stunts that impressed attendees. Crowds gathered on Marina Green and at Fleet Fest near Fisherman's Wharf, where recruiters and classic cars featured in the weekend events. Some local food vendors reported slower business and fewer visitors compared with prior years. Business leaders and vendors adapted plans and managed expectations while maintaining community entertainment and family activities.

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