Thunderbirds touch down at JBSA-Randolph Published Oct. 29, 2015 By Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Public Affairs JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team arrived Oct. 26 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph in anticipation for the 2015 JBSA Air Show and Open House taking place Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. The Thunderbirds will perform for the public at 3 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Since the team’s inception in 1953, 325 officers have worn the distinguished emblem of “America’s Ambassadors in Blue.” Through selfless dedication, a desire to excel and a constant commitment to improvement, these leaders have channeled their efforts into making the Thunderbirds what they are today.