The Blue Angels have removed U.S. Marine Corps Maj.
Scott Laux from the Navy flight demonstration squadron after officials said he failed to uphold the standards expected of team members.
Laux, who served as the team’s No. 6 opposing solo pilot, will not take part in the Blue Angels’ remaining performances this season, according to a statement from the Chief of Naval Air Training public affairs office.
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What the Navy said about the Blue Angels removal
The Navy said Laux was removed on November 3, 2026.
The decision was publicly confirmed ahead of the Blue Angels’ homecoming performance at Naval Air Station Pensacola.
“Blue Angel #6 was removed from the team for failing to uphold the standards expected of members of the Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron,” the Navy statement said.
Officials did not publicly identify the conduct or incident that led to the decision.
The Navy also did not describe the removal as the result of an aviation accident or disclose whether further administrative or disciplinary action is under consideration.
That limited explanation means the public record currently establishes the removal and the team’s decision to keep Laux out of the remaining 2026 performances, but not the underlying reason in greater detail.
Who is Scott Laux?
Laux is a Marine Corps major from Chantilly, Virginia, and a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy.
He earned his military pilot wings in 2015 and has flown F/A-18 Hornet and F-35C Lightning II aircraft during his Marine Corps career.
He joined the Blue Angels in September 2024.
Before becoming an opposing solo pilot, he served as the team’s narrator during the 2025 season.
As No. 6, Laux flew one of the two opposing solo jets used in the team’s high-speed demonstration manoeuvres.
The role requires pilots to perform precise crossover, opposing-pass and solo sequences within tightly controlled limits.
Official Blue Angels material previously listed Laux as a 2026 demonstration pilot and described him as having more than 1,300 flight hours and 169 aircraft carrier arrested landings.
What happens to the Blue Angels now?
The Blue Angels completed their 2026 homecoming schedule in Pensacola without Laux participating in the team’s remaining performance.
The squadron’s regular show season has now ended.
The change comes as the Blue Angels prepare for a leadership transition.
Cmdr.
Logan R.
Peck is scheduled to succeed Capt.
Adam Bryan as commanding officer and flight leader for the 2027 and 2028 seasons.
The Navy announced in April that Peck would assume command after the conclusion of the 2026 season.
A change-of-command ceremony was scheduled for November 8, 2026, at the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola.
The Blue Angels are expected to continue their normal offseason training and preparation for the next air-show season.
The team’s public schedule and personnel lineup may be updated as the transition proceeds.
Why the decision matters
The Blue Angels represent the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps at public events across the United States.
Their performances are built around strict flight procedures, professional conduct and public confidence in the military personnel flying the aircraft.
A pilot’s removal from the squadron is therefore separate from an ordinary lineup change.
It indicates that Navy officials concluded the pilot no longer met the standards required for participation, although the available statement does not specify whether the issue involved conduct, operational expectations or another matter.
Until the Navy releases additional information, any explanation beyond the official wording would be speculative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Scott Laux removed from the Blue Angels?
The Navy said Laux was removed for failing to uphold the standards expected of members of the Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron. Officials have not publicly explained the specific conduct or incident involved.
What was Scott Laux’s role with the Blue Angels?
Laux was the No. 6 opposing solo pilot, flying one of the team’s two solo F/A-18 aircraft during demonstrations.
When was Scott Laux removed from the team?
The Navy said the removal took place on November 3, 2026, before the Blue Angels’ homecoming performance in Pensacola.
Will Scott Laux perform with the Blue Angels again this season?
No. The Navy said he would not participate in the team’s remaining performances for the 2026 season.
Who will lead the Blue Angels in 2027?
Cmdr. Logan R. Peck is scheduled to succeed Capt. Adam Bryan as the Blue Angels’ commanding officer and flight leader for the 2027 and 2028 seasons.
Fact-Checked: Key dates, personnel details and the announced removal were checked against U.S. Navy and official Blue Angels information, with the Navy’s public statement corroborated by current reporting. ([fox10tv.com](https://www.fox10tv.com/2026/11/07/navy-division-confirms-member-blue-angels-was-removed-team/?utm_source=openai))
Disclaimer: The Navy has not publicly disclosed the specific conduct or incident behind Laux’s removal, so no further cause is inferred here.