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All the high-flying action of the Rand Airshow

The 15th annual Rand Airshow didn’t disappoint.

Plane enthusiasts braved the windy weather to witness the aerial feats on display at the 15th annual Rand Airshow, at Rand Airport, last Sunday.

This annual event draws in crowds from all over the East Rand and this year was no different.

The crowd was treated to a day filled with thrills, daring feats and magnificent aerial displays.

The event started with a number of skydivers flying through the sky to land safely on the tarmac before the planes took to the sky.

Patrons were then treated to a number of performances which included the world-renowned Flying Lions Formation Aerobatic Team, the Henley Air Bell 222 Chopper, the Gabriel Wings Aerobatic Team, Extra 330SC Solo Aerobatics, as well as, a flyover by a Mango B738.

The day held something for young and old.

Frank King and Anja Keulder were among the patrons who enjoyed the high-flying action at the annual Rand Airshow, last Sunday.
Frank King and Anja Keulder were among the patrons who enjoyed the high-flying action at the annual Rand Airshow, last Sunday.
Kendra Evans was happily snapping photos at the Rand Airshow, last Sunday.
Kendra Evans was happily snapping photos at the Rand Airshow, last Sunday.
Carla Pantazopoulos enjoyed the Rand Airshow with her four-year-old twins Juliana (left) and Tatiana.
Carla Pantazopoulos enjoyed the Rand Airshow with her four-year-old twins Juliana (left) and Tatiana.
Pilot Barrie Eeles relaxes after wowing crowds in an extreme aerobatics display in his Extra 300.
Pilot Barrie Eeles relaxes after wowing crowds in an extreme aerobatics display in his Extra 300.

A few highlights of the event.

Flying Lions Formation Aerobatic Team: 

Mass radial fly over:

P51 Mustang:

Competition aerobatics:

The Silver Falcons:

Hanley Air Helicopters:

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