Navy removes Blue Angels pilot Scott Laux ahead of Pensacola air show

Maj. Scott Laux, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels' No. 6 opposing solo pilot, has been removed from the squadron for failing to meet expected standards, according to the Navy.

The removal comes ahead of the Blue Angels' scheduled homecoming air show in Pensacola, where the team is based at NAS Pensacola. The Navy did not immediately provide additional details about the specific performance or conduct issues that led to Laux's removal.

The Blue Angels, officially known as the Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, routinely performs at air shows across the country and maintains their home base in Pensacola. The team's upcoming local appearance makes this personnel change particularly notable for the Pensacola community.