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FRIDAY 4 MARCH
The spectacular Boeing Friday Flying Display includes…

Time Segment Participants Description
Afternoon Flag Drop Dave Benson & Gipps Aero Airvans Dave & Rodney Benson, Queensland-based father & son team, known world wide for their skydiving skills. Our traditional Show openers
  Utility transport Dave Wheatland in the Gipps Aero Airvan G8 A light utility aircraft with agility and power reserves show its handling qualities
  Military Fast Jet RAAF F18E/F Super Hornet Bigger, more powerful and more capable this Hornet really is Super!
  Solo Aerobatics Matt Hall in his MXS-R Air racing and aerobatics go hand in hand. In Matt's capable hands this specially modified Racer really shows its grace and pace.
  WWII Warbirds Spitfire, Sea Fury, Mustang, KittyHawk and Boomerang Evocative in sight and sound these warriors of the past stir the souls of those who flew them and stimulate the imagination of those who would dearly love to.
  Military Formation Aerobatics RAAF F/A-18As from No. 77 Squadron Formation flying is the stock in trade for a fighter jockey and these boys are masters of their craft.
  Military Fast Jet RAAF BAE 127 Hawk RAAF fighter/strike trainer. Fast and manoeuvrable this widely used aircraft is the ideal lead-in to the heavy metal on the front-line.
  Australian Defence Force (ADF) Army Helicopters, Army Commandos, and RAAF Hornets Joint tactical air operations. Detection, surveillance and targeting from a variety of sources enables Tiger ARH armed reconnaissance and Blackhawk Commando insertion with F/A-18 close air support providing the heavy firepower.
Teatime Barnstorming Kent Pietsch, his S1-A Cadet, and an RV with a flat roof Landing on a runway can be tricky at times – watch what happens when the runway moves.
  Military Tactical Transport RAAF C-130J Veteran of numerous military operations and disaster support missions demonstrates its handling qualities. The new J-version has more power and goes further carrying more.
  Tactical transport The Italian Air Force Test and Evaluation Squadron in their C27-J Spartan The same engines as the C-130 J give this smaller aircraft a remarkable performance and agility. Flown with Italian panache and style.
  Precision Formation Aerobatics The RAAF Roulettes in their PC9s from Central Flying School The Pilatus PC9 has served the RAAF well as its primary flying training aircraft. In the hands of the cream of the RAAF Instructor cadre we see the polish and precision that is the goal of every trainee pilot.
  Military Fast Jet Republic of Singapore Air Force F-16C The mainstay of many modern air forces – the agility and versatility of the F-16 is demonstrated to the full.
  Military Heavy Bomber USAF B-1B Lancer The B-1B will make your body vibrate with its sheer power and strength – everything else seems small and quiet.
  Unlimited Aerobatics Nikolai Timofeyev and SU-26M Multiple winner of the World Unlimited Aerobatic Championship, Nikolai is also a highly qualified aeronautical engineer. Eye watering manoeuvres from a master will leave you breathless.
  Heritage Jets Gloster Meteor F8
D H Vampire Tmk11
CAC 26 Sabre		 Straight wing. Swept wing. Classic lines and unusual designs. One engine or two – we have it all in this nicely presented handling display of beautifully maintained heritage jet aircraft.
Evening Military Fast Jet USAF F-16C Fighting Falcon Fast and agile, the F-16C demonstrates the characteristics that have made it one of the legendary strike fighters of its time.
  Military Helicopter Duo RAN AS350 Squirrel Dance Pair of RAN Squirrels performs a synchronised ‘dance’.
  Military Fast Jet RAAF F/A-18 Hornet - the Classic Hornet Extreme high-energy aerobatics from this potent warplane.
  Military Transport RNZAF Boeing B 757 from 40Sqn Military transport masquerading as a fighter - it is all in the handling!
  Military Heavy Transport RAAF C-17A Latest addition to the RAAF transport fleet will demonstrate its superb manoeuvrability and short takeoff and landing capability.
Daylight fades Formation Aerobatics Southern Knights in their Harvards Close formation aerobatics from a team of professionals in their impressive World War 2 training aircraft.
Sunset Night jumpers Dave Benson & GippsAero Airvans Floating down out of the night sky lighting their way with flares – the Bensons drop in.
  Vintage Airliner Historic Aircraft Restoration Society
Lockheed Super Constellation		 Queen of The Skies – a truly apt description as this wonderful aircraft sails in to the air with the engines thundering and exhausts glowing.
  Barnstorming Kent Pietsch, in his S1-A Interstate Cadet Barnstorming at night – this night owl lights up the darkness with a sparkling performance.
Night Jet Powered Glider Bob Carlton and the SALTO To slip the surly bonds of earth – Bob uses a little help from a whisper quiet jet engine to perform his aerobatic magic with music to light up the night and calm the spirits.
  Night Alight RAAF Hornet and Lasers Light and Sound show to celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the Royal Australian Air Force.
  Finale Tony Findlay – Southern Cross Fireworks All good parties end with Fireworks

 

The listings for the Avalon2011 Provisional Air Display Content Guide are a guide to flying display content only. They are not the final flying display programme. Performers are listed provisionally. Display content and sequencing are subject to change.

 


  
 
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