The C-130 known affectionately as "Fat Albert" plays a key role with the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels.

"Fat Albert" is a nickname given to the plane by Marine Corps Blue Angel pilots in the 1970s because of its size and shape.

Fat Albert will typically fly for about 15 minutes before the Blue Angels take to the skies for the next 45. What time should you head to the Pensacola Beach Air Show?

Fat Albert will typically fly for about 15 minutes before the Blue Angels take to the skies for the next 45. What time should you head to the Pensacola Beach Air Show?

Want to see the Blue Angels ascend on July 12 from a rooftop or with a plate full of food in hand? Check out these Pensacola Beach area watch parties.

If you don't want to gamble on finding a free parking spot for the Blue Angels Pensacola Beach Air Show, you can reserve a spot ahead of time - for a price.