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Photo Ops

July 17-19, 2026 | Willow Run Airport | Ypsilanti, MI

Photographers who travel to air shows all over North America claim that THUNDER’s Photo Tour & Pit Packages are simply the best in the Air Show Industry

PLEASE NOTE:  Limited Availability and Quantities Restricted.

FRIDAY Arrival Ops and Photo Pit

Enjoy the ultimate aviation photographer’s experience with THUNDER’s Taxiway Photography!


Revel in shooting from multiple locations during aircraft arrival day (Friday) between 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Photography will be permitted from the south side of Taxiway ‘G ‘ or the Photo Pit area….your choice all day long! Also included are complimentary beverages (pop and water), pizza lunch, and evening meal.

Please note: Movement between the photography areas and some portions of the static display ramp will be under escort only. 

Full details including arrival gate, etc. will be provided a week prior to the show.

Limited Quantity- Friday Only

Advanced ticket sales only. No tickets will be sold on the arrival day. Only 70 photographers permitted.

FRIDAY ARRIVAL OPS AND PIT

Adult (Age 16+)

Regular Price

$185

 

  • Tickets will be limited each day and will be good only for the day for which it is purchased.
  • No refunds or rain checks.

Saturday Early Morning Photo Tour, Photo Pit & Nighttime Photo Ops

The Photo Pit amenities are second to none.

On Saturday, July 18, arrive by 5:30 am to be let in for sunrise photography. Early, non-public Photo Tour Access will be available before the public enters at 2pm. Volunteer Photo Tour Escorts will be available to help ensure as much access as possible. After the conclusion of the Saturday show, we will begin prepping for nighttime photo ops.

Ticket Includes:
Close parking
Lunch and dinner
Complimentary pop/water all day along
Access to a tent, tables, and chairs

Full details including arrival gate, etc will be provided a week prior to the show.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY

Advanced ticket sales only. No tickets will be sold on the arrival day. This exclusive package and area SELLS OUT IN ADVANCE every year as participant numbers are controlled.

SATURDAY Photo Tour & Pit

Adult (Age 16+)

Regular Price

$245

 

  • Tickets will be limited each day and will be good only for the day for which it is purchased.
  • No refunds or rain checks.

Sunday Mid-Day Photo Tour and Photo Pit

The Photo Pit amenities are second to none.

On Sunday, July 19, check in at 11:30 AM. Early, non-public Photo Tour Access will take place from 12:00 PM-2:00 PM. Volunteer Photo Tour Escorts will be available to help ensure as much access as possible

Ticket Includes:
Daily Admission to Sunday’s Show
Designated vehicle parking
Lunch and dinner
Complimentary pop/water all day
Tables and chairs for dining and relaxation

Full details including arrival gate, etc will be provided a week prior to the show.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY

Advance tickets will be discounted significantly from regular pricing, but ticket prices will increase without notice as more tickets are sold and the show gets closer to sold out.

SUNDAY PHOTO TOUR & PIT

Adult (Age 16+)

Regular Price

$155

 

  • Tickets will be limited each day and will be good only for the day for which it is purchased. 
  • No refunds or rains checks.

Whole Weekend Package

Join us all weekend!

The weekend package encompasses every photographer’s desire for the ultimate opportunities and access.

Package includes:
Friday’s Arrival Ops and Photo Pit
Saturday’s Early Morning Photo Tour, Photo Pit, & Nighttime Photo Ops
Sunday’s Mid-Day Photo Tour and Photo Pit

Full details including arrival gate, etc will be provided a week prior to the show.

This exclusive package and area SELLS OUT IN ADVANCE every year as participant numbers are controlled. No sales day of arrival.

LIMITED QUANTITY – ADVANCED TICKETS ONLY!

Full details including arrival gate, etc will be provided a week prior to the show.

Whole Weekend Pack

Adult (Age 16+)

Regular Price

$475

 

  • No refunds or rain checks.

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