The U.S. Navy’s Blue Angels has a new commanding officer. He’s a KU alum
A University of Kansas and Baker University alumnus is set to lead one of the oldest U.S. Navy Flight demonstration squadrons.
Cmdr. Logan Peck will be the commanding officer for the 2027 and 2028 seasons for the Blue Angels, according to an April 14 news release from the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron. Peck will succeed Capt. Adam Bryan and will assume command following the end of the 2026 season in November.
Peck is a San Diego native and holds a bachelor’s degree from KU and Baker University, which is in Baldwin City, about 45 minutes southwest of KC. Peck joined the Blue Angels after serving as the commanding officer for the Fighting Checkmates of VFA-211.
“It’s an incredible honor to take on this role and represent the men and women of this team,” Peck said in a statement. “Every day, I’m focused on leading in a way that reflects that responsibility, and making sure we continue to perform at the highest level.”
Formed in 1946, the Blue Angels put on air shows while representing the men and women who serve in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The press release said the Blue Angels perform for 11 million people across the U.S. and are scheduled to perform 64 shows in 32 locations during the 2027 season. They’ve previously performed at the Garmin Air Show near Gardner.
Peck will lead a squadron of 140 personnel. The release said he has over 2,400 flight hours and more than 500 carrier arrested landings.
The change-of-command ceremony will be Nov. 8, 2026, at the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, Florida. The Blue Angels will be in Chesterfield, Missouri, for the 2026 season. In 2027, it will be in Branson, Missouri, and Topeka, Kansas.
