Abstract

The video titled "2024 JBSA-Randolph Airshow" previews the upcoming airshow at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, featuring military and civilian aircraft performances, including the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. The event is highlighted for its excitement and family-friendly atmosphere. Additionally, the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) Physics and Astronomy Department will educate the public about the upcoming 2024 total solar eclipse. They will provide free eclipse classes and distribute educational brochures on eclipse phenomena and safety.

Overview

The city of San Antonio hosts an annual airshow at an Air Force base. This is a major event held at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. It features a variety of aerial performances by military and civilian aircraft, including demonstrations by the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. Additionally, the event includes a STEM fair, which provides educational opportunities and interactive exhibits for attendees to learn more about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

The UTSA Physics and Astronomy Department used spectroscopy demos, spectroscopy glasses, light-to-sound devices, and eclipse glasses to demonstrate how astronomers use light to determine various properties of objects in space. With the 2024 total solar eclipse approaching, the department also explained how eclipses occur, safe viewing practices, and what to expect during the phenomenon.