Saluting Our Heroes: A Military Flyover Comes to Incline Beach This July 3rd

Brought to the community by MOAA – Military Officers Association of America

This Fourth of July weekend, Incline Village is going all out to honor the spirit of American independence –  and the highlight might just be something happening overhead.

On Friday, July 3rd at 12:00 PM, the skies above Incline Beach will be graced by a military helicopter flyover, a powerful and moving tribute to the servicemen and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our nation. The flyover is proudly presented by MOAA, the Military Officers Association of America, an organization committed to honoring, supporting, and advocating for those who serve.

Meet the Crew

Behind every great flyover is a great crew. This one is no exception:

CW3 Scott Hermanson of Moraga, California, serves as Pilot. A Chief Warrant Officer with the skill and calm that comes from years of dedicated service, Hermanson will be at the controls as the helicopter sweeps over the beach.

Jake McDermott of Silver Spring, Nevada steps into the Co-Pilot seat, bringing his own expertise and pride to this patriotic moment.

And keeping everything running smoothly in the air is SSG Robert Hamond, Flight Engineer, hailing from Reno, Nevada –  just over the hill.

The aircraft flies out of Stead Air Force Base in North Reno, a storied installation with deep roots in Nevada’s military history.

Why This Moment Matters

A military flyover is more than a spectacle; it’s a statement. It says: we see you, we honor you, and we are grateful. In a world that moves fast and forgets faster, pausing to look up at the sky and feel the rumble of that aircraft in your chest is a reminder of the sacrifice and commitment that underpins the freedoms we celebrate every July 4th.

MOAA’s decision to bring this flyover to Incline Village is a gift to the entire community –  a chance for families, children, veterans, and neighbors to share a moment of collective gratitude and pride.

Be There

The flyover is set for 12:00 PM on July 3rd at Incline Beach, right in the heart of the day’s celebrations. Arrive early, claim your spot on the sand or the shore, and be ready to cheer. If you know a veteran or active service member, bring them along – this one’s for them.

The July 3rd celebration also includes the Local Heroes Parade at 10AM, the Community Fair at the Village Green/Aspen Grove (11AM–2PM), and an all-American BBQ lunch by Wild Bill’s. It’s a full day of community, food, fun – and now, a flyover that will give you chills.

See you on the beach. 

Thank you to MOAA and to CW3 Scott Hermanson, Jake McDermott, and SSG Robert Hamond for this incredible tribute to our community.