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MV-22 Osprey

26 May 22 - Tilt Rotor

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$5 Donation to the Spirit of Mateship.

22 Apr 22 - Mates4Mates, the Charity of Choice for the 2022 Brisbane Airshow, remembers and honours the ANZAC soldiers and their courage, determination, mateship and sacrifice.

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BRISBANE AIRSHOW RETURNS OVER THE JULY 2022 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS!

7 Sep 21 - Owing to recent lockdown restrictions beyond our control, it is with deep regret that we must announce that the Brisbane Airshow, due to take place at the Watts Bridge Memorial Airfield over the coming weekend of the 3rd and 4th of July 2021, has been postponed.

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RAAF Super Hornet

18 Jun 21 - Amberly Based FA-18 Super Hornet from 6 Squadron.

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Vintage On Tap

3 Jun 21 - Vintage On Tap at the Aston Martin McLaren Club

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CHECK IN QLD AT BRISBANE AIRSHOW

7 May 21 - USE THE CHECK IN QLD APP TO ENTER BRISBANE AIRSHOW

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GAP Aircraft

24 Apr 21 - GAP is headed by Errol van Rensburg who has over 30 years’ experience within the Aerospace industry. Errol is a passionate pilot who ensures his company offers world class products backed by excellent service. GAP are committed to seeing you fly your own aircraft!

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Mates 4 Mates

17 Apr 21 - The organisers of the Brisbane Airshow are proud to announce the appointment of Mates4Mates as the Charity of Choice for the 2021 Brisbane Airshow.

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Pipistrel

17 Apr 21 - This weekend’s Spotlight is on Pipistrel who engineer some of the finest light aircraft in the world. Pipistrel manufacture a myriad of powered, unpowered, petrol and electric aircraft, including the:

Alpha Electro,
Alpha Trainer,
Panthera,
Sinus,
Taurus & Taurus Electro,
Velis Electro, and
Virus SW.

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Wolf Pitts vs FMX

20 Mar 21 - Never see before in Queensland. Wolf Pitts vs FMX, the stunt that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Only at the Brisbane Airshow. Book Now.

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Spitfire

14 Mar 21 - TE-392 was unleashed on the public at the Warbirds Downunder Even last weekend. The team at Fighter Pilot said it was a great warmup for the Brisbane Airshow 2021

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Airforce 100

14 Mar 21 - In just a little over two weeks on the 31st March 2021, the Royal Australian Air Force will mark 100 years as an independent service.

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Camping

13 Mar 21 - Camping has just about sold out.

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Miss Brisbane Airshow 2021

12 Mar 21 - Entrants are invited to apply for the Miss Brisbane Airshow 2021 Pinup Parade!
The parade is one of the many highlights at the upcoming Brisbane Airshow, which showcases vintage aircraft and sky high action, as well as hot rods, rockabilly bands, markets, food trucks, a licensed bar and on-site camping over the weekend.

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COVID-19 update

22 May 20 - Brisbane Airshow 2021

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Women in Aviation

8 Mar 20 - International Woman's Day

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Lockheed Hudson

6 Mar 20 - The Tojo Busters

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Airforce Roulettes

3 Mar 20 - Airforce Roulettes Confirmed for the Brisbane Airshow

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Strategic Partnership with Somerset

21 Feb 20 - THE Somerset Regional Council brand will be seen across the state as part of an historic agreement with The Brisbane Airshow.

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End of year Sale

29 Dec 19 - Ticket will never be this cheap again, Book Now! Price rise December 31st.

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Christmas Sale

5 Dec 19 - A ticket to "The Brisbane Airshow" makes the perfect Christmas Gift. Ticket prices valid until Christmas Eve 2019.

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TBM Grumman Avenger

28 Nov 19 - On March 30 and the April 1 1944, VT-8 was involved in operations against the Japanese held islands of Palau, Yap, Ulithi and Woleai in the Caroline Islands. One month later VT-8 attacked the Japanese island fortress of Truk then Santawan, Ponape and the airfield complex at Hollandia in New Guinea before its participation in the Marianas Campaign between June 12 and August 10 1944.

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Paul Bennet

19 Nov 19 - Paul’s competitive flying history leads an accomplished path. In 2008 Paul achieved the title of the National Advanced Aerobatic Champion and then the following year became the National Unlimited Aerobatic Champion, receiving the Phillips Cup.

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Hawker Hurricane
Confirmed 2020

16 Nov 19 - The Hawker Hurricane is a British single-seat fighter aircraft of the 1930s–40s that was designed and predominantly built by Hawker Aircraft Ltd. for service with the Royal Air Force (RAF). It was overshadowed in the public consciousness by the Supermarine Spitfire's role during Battle of Britain in 1940, but the Hurricane inflicted 60 percent of the losses sustained by the Luftwaffe in the engagement, and fought in all the major theatres of the Second World War.

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Wolf Pitts Pro
Confirmed for 2020

13 Nov 19 - Paul Bennet will show you the wild side on July 4th and 5th

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Exclusive Members discounted passes
On sale from 9AM today!

13 Nov 19 - Because you are a registered Brisbane Airshow Member, you have exclusive access to pre sale tickets, from 9am today, 13 November. You will have a 3 hour window to purchase a limited number of discounted pre-sale tickets before the general public on sale at midday.

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L39 Albatros Jet
Confirmed for 2020

6 Nov 19 - The Brisbane Airshow can now confirm the L39 Albatros Jet will be putting on an aerobatic display like no other. Loud and fast!

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Spitfire TE-392
Australian Debut

6 Nov 19 - The Brisbane Airshow July 4th July 5th 2020.

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Early Bird Tickets 2020
Register for DISCOUNT

4 Nov 19 - Pre release discounted tickets are only available to those who register.
From November 13, people who have registered will have a 3 hour window from 9am to purchase discounted Early Bird tickets before the general public onsale at midday. Register NOW!

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LAST MINUTE ONLINE TICKETS
AND YOUR RED THUNDER SURVIVAL GUIDE

25 May 18 - Online tickets are still available!! Save time and money by purchasing online!!

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ONLY 3 SLEEPS UNTIL THE RED THUNDER AIR SHOW TAKES OFF!!

17 May 18 - SAVE MONEY & TIME - BUY ONLINE

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IT'S THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER

17 May 18 - YOUR VEHICLE AND TO BECOME A RE-ENACTOR AT THIS YEARS RED THUNDER AIR SHOW.

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Boeing C17A Globemaster

7 May 18 - The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) operates eight Boeing C-17 Globemaster III large transport aircraft. Four C-17s were ordered in mid-2006 to improve the ability of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) to operate outside Australia and its region.

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Live Streaming at Red Thunder

2 May 18 - Live streaming is nothing new but until recently, it was a hit and miss affair. Enter platforms like Facebook Live combined with increased internet speeds and, finally, high quality video and audio can be streamed without the dreaded buffering. We take your event live globally via your website or enhance the experience by using the interactivity of Facebook Live which allows your followers and new users to instantly engage.

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Spitfire for Red Thunder 2018

29 Apr 18 - We are honoured to be able to announce the very rare and famous Mk XVI Spitfire will be a headline act at the Red Thunder Airshow. Only one month before the skys over south east Queensland rumble to the sound of Rolls Royce Merlins, Big Radials, Jets and much more. For a weekend guaranteed to strike a nerve, Book Now at www.redthunder.com.au

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BOOK NOW AND WIN

26 Mar 18 - All tickets purchased through to Sunday the 8th April at midnight, will be in the draw for a once in a lifetime scenic flight in a Waco Classic, Open Cockpit Bi-Plane. Tickets purchased during our Early Bird campaign will also be in the draw. Winner announced via email and Facebook on Monday the 9th April .

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Last chance for Early Bird tickets!

13 Mar 18 - This week is your last chance to get on the Red Thunder Air Show Early Bird Ticket plane for 2018. Weve had a big response to our Early Bird Ticket sale and a great weekend of sales and that means only one thing ... Our $28 Early Bird Single Day Tickets are tracking to be sold out by this weekend!

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Early Bird Ticket Sale!

12 Feb 18 - Red Thunder Airshow is guaranteed to rattle your bones. From the roar of the V12's to the rumble of the radial engines. This years theme "1950's Pinup's and Hot Rods".

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Exclusive “Valentines Day” 2018 Early Bird Ticket Sale: Monday 12 February at 10AM!

12 Feb 18 - Red Thunder Air Show Early Bird tickets will go on sale on Monday the 12th February.

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Red Thunder Air Show 2018

12 Jan 18 - Red Thunder Airshow is guaranteed to rattle your bones. From the roar of the V12's to the rumble of the radial engines. This years theme "1950's Pinup's and Hot Rods".

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Queensland Warbirds and Vintage Aircraft Association

12 Jan 18 - The monthly committee meeting is a great excuse for some afternoon formation practice and to catch up with everyone for a BBQ dinner and drinks.

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Red Thunder Airshow

29 Nov 17 - Red Thunder Airshow is guaranteed to rattle your bones. From the roar of the V12's to the rumble of the radial engines. This years theme "1950's Pinup's and Hot Rods".

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Air Venture 2017

24 Nov 17 - With all the photos I'm taking at Oshkosh, it will probably be weeks until I have everything sorted, cataloged, and edited. But today started out with a nice air-to-air sortie out over Lake Winnebago with the Red Stars. Special thanks to Ken Glidden, who offered me his back seat.

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Watts Bridge Memorial Airfield

24 Nov 17 - Red Thunder 2017 held 30th May to 4th June brought together Eastern Block warbirds from around the country for several days of intensive training and targeted missions. The full story and photo gallery can now be found on the Watts Website.

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