Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star “The Red Knight” Hitting the Airshow Circuit

The famous T-33A Shooting Star known as The Red Knight has been thrilling crowds for decades at air shows across the United States. For 2025, owner Chris Rounds will continue that tradition with The Red Knight updated with a patriotic twist by adding new white lettering to the fuselage. Debuting at Sun ‘N Fun in Lakeland, Florida will be the ‘Make America Great Again’ jet.

Rounds, a seasoned pilot, Aircraft and Powerplant (A&P) Certified mechanic and aircraft restoration expert is booking air show appearances, special event flyovers and static displays for the 2025 season and beyond. “The update isn’t political, but more of a statement on my outlook toward the future of air shows and aviation,” he said in a recent interview. He also flies other classic jets for museums and aircraft owners to keep them active and airworthy. Look for a beautiful red jet with white lettering in the blue skies near you this air show season. Be sure to come out and see this classic jet and support the efforts to keep it flying well into the future.