Aerobatics spectacle set for Durban’s skies
An aerobatic spectacle like you've never seen before promises organisers.
ORGANISERS of the popular Sky Grand Prix of Aerobatics say Durbanites will be in for a treat come this May as the ‘gladiators of the air’ take to the skies around Greyville Race Course. The event goes beyond any other aviation event that has been staged in Durban or South Africa. Spectators can look forward to the thrilling sounds and aerobatics of world class pilots as they execute their maneuvers with speed and precision.
The Sky Grand Prix features a star-studded line-up of local and international aerobatic pilots with 10 of the world’s top pilots performing a series of breathtaking maneuvers.
Roger Deare, one of the organisers said the spectacle is about bringing aerobatics to a new audience.
“For the fans and those new to aerobatics, it’s going to be a fantastic spectacle. The Greyville Race Course will be the central arena from which the spectators will have a prime view of the competition akin to watching the ‘Gladiators at the Colosseum.’ Pilots will perform breath-taking maneuvers using 25 meter pylons as markers. These pylons will be placed strategically on the Royal Durban Golf Course, and the pilot’s technical maneuvers will be analyzed by a panel of SAC judges,” he said.
Tickets are available via Computicket and will also be available at Greyville on the day. Ticket price: R220 for adults and R50 for children under 12. The event takes place on 28 May.
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