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The FAW Ermelo Airshow 2018 – What to expect
The FAW Ermelo Airshow 2018
The 1st airshow for 2018.
This is the 1st Airshow for 2018 and it’s all happening on 07 April at Ermelo Airport.
We Aviation Central just love the Small-Town Airshows and will be at the Ermelo Airshow.
Adults R100 and scholars R50 and gates open at 8am
Sound and commentary by the professional Brian Emmenis and his CAPITAL SOUNDS Team.
Please read our Guide Do’s and Don’ts attending an Airshow
(Aircraft list below)
What to expect:
The following Aircraft and teams has been approved and confirmed. (Please note this can change at any time)
Antonov AN-2 – Little Annie Hill
4x Harvards Puma Energy Flying Lions Aerobatic Team
4x Pitts Specials The Cows Aerobatic Team
1941 Boeing Stearman – Ivan Van Der Schaar
L39 Albatros Pierre Gouws
Impala ZU-IMP
VANS RV “Raptors”
Extra 300 LP – Blackwood- Murray
Extra 330 Nigel Hopkins Aerobatics
4x Pitts Specials Goodyear Eagles – Aerobatics Unlimited
Slick 540 Neville Ferreira Airshows
Team Extreme (2 Extra, xa41 , mx2)
Gazelle Helicopter
Magni M16 Gyrocopter
SAAF Gripen (Operating from remote Base to Ermelo for Flying Display)
SAAF Agusta A109 (Static only)
* More Aircraft / Teams awaiting confirmation.
** Please note the Aircraft list can change at any time.
Click here to view our fill our Airshow calendar
We Hope to see you at the Ermelo Airshow 2018. Going to be a good one!
Win a Tailor Made Fire Resistant Flight Suit
And our Airwear Flight Suit winner is Tokkie Botes from Skeerpoort….
Congratulation Tokkie form Team Aviation Central.
Tokkie Botes
If anyone requires information on or has questions about the Competition, please direct your questions to Flippie van Emmenis flippie@aviationcentral.co.za
Win a Tailor Made FireResistant Flight Suit
How would you like to win a Tailor Made Fire resistant flight suit to the value of ZAR3325.00.
The Flight suite is sponsored by Airwear “If you value your skin, protect it, it’s the only one you have”
How to be in the draw
- This “Lucky Draw” is run by us, Aviation Central and not by any Airshow organizer.
- Send your Name, Surname, Mobile no and email in a WhatsApp to 0813921823 (Text only number)
- You will get a WhatsApp reply will be within 24hrs with Banking details to you to make a R50 donation.
- Once payment is received you will then be in the draw for the Tailor-Made Fire-resistant Flight Suit.
- Entrees can also be done via the “The Spitfire Restoration project” stand at the Swartkop Museum Flying days & SAAF Museum Airshow 2018 (R10 goes to the Project)
- EFT Entrees closes 5pm Thursday 03 May 2018.
- Entrees via the “The Spitfire Restoration project” closes at the end SAAF Museum Airshow 2018 – 05 May
- All names will be listed on our website, please check if your name is on the list!
- Sunday 06th May 2018 we will draw the lucky winner.
- The Winner will be phoned and the Winners name will be posted on our website and our Facebook page.
- Shortly after the draw a representative will contact the winner for sizes and delivery.
- For more information on Airwear and this fantastic Flight suite please visit http://www.airwear.co.za
- Funds raised by this will be used by Aviation Central to cover cost to attend Aviation Events in Southern Africa.
- You may enter as many times as you like. (Simply multiply the entree count you want to enter with R50 when you do the Payment)
- The Draw outcome is final, prize cannot be exchanged for cash.
- You need to be a South African Resident.
- The Prize can be given to a friend / relative as a gift if you are the lucky winner as long as they live in South Africa.
Entree list
| Number | Name | Last four phone Numbers |
| 1 | Graham Walker | 5179 |
| 2 | Johan Roos | 7171 |
| 3 | Heydon Hall | 3905 |
| 4 | Christiaan Richardson | 5709 |
| 5 | Mokgadi Masete | 6393 |
| 6 | Mark Miller | 5731 |
| 7 | Johan Erasmus | 3286 |
| 8 | Elzabe de Kock | 2701 |
| 9 | Rishabh Naran | 0232 |
| 10 | Rishabh Naran | 0232 |
| 11 | Rishabh Naran | 0232 |
| 12 | Bennie du Plessis | 7709 |
| 13 | Bennie du Plessis | 7709 |
| 14 | Elzabe de Kock | 2701 |
| 15 | Courtney Pillay | 3873 |
| 16 | Frank Moody | 0000 |
| 17 | Frank Moody | 0000 |
| 18 | Frank Moody | 0000 |
| 19 | Frank Moody | 0000 |
| 20 | Frank Moody | 0000 |
| 21 | Anton Marais | 8991 |
| 22 | Jacques Germishuys | 3152 |
| 23 | Johan Nell | 9325 |
| 24 | Stephen Kangisser | 2260 |
| 25 | Tokkie Botes | 3015 |
| 26 | Tokkie Botes | 3015 |
| 27 | Tokkie Botes | 3015 |
| 28 | Tokkie Botes | 3015 |
| 29 | Charmaine Oliver | 5364 |
| 30 | Gregory Clegg | 1849 |
| 31 | Gregory Clegg | 1849 |
| 32 | Gregory Clegg | 1849 |
| 33 | Gregory Clegg | 1849 |
| 34 | Thapelo Makhalanyane | 2647 |
| 35 | Joyce Rasetlola | 5977 |
| 36 | Ruan Wiehman | 0330 |
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The Aero Club Air Week
Do you love Aviation, like we at Aviation Central do?
If there is only a small bit of Yes in your thought now, then The Aero Club Air Week is for you.
The Air week is for anyone with a love for Aviation and anything “Aviation” goes! This is to be the biggest gathering of Aviation Lovers Southern Africa has ever seen and it all in build up to the Aero Club of South Africa’s centenary celebrations in 2020, Yes it’s not only SAAF that will be turning 100 in the year 2020 but the Aero Club of South Africa as well and they are starting early with the build-up.
This is definitely another reason to attend the air week. Middelburg Aeroclub was on the top 3 Airshow of the years in 2016 and 2017, Although this is not an airshow, it shows you that the guys from Middelburg can put up a spectacular aviation event and with an event of this type and the guys from Middelburg Aeroclub, you don’t want to miss out.
Drive in or Fly in, just get there on the weekend 09-11 March 2018, the place to be Middelburg Aero Club (Click here to view airport location in google maps) Camping on Airport, Bring your own tent (Free) or Rent. Tent rentals. single tent for the weekend will be R670 per person and Double Tents will be R460 per person sharing. Meals will be available onsite or just bring your own. We will update once meal prices is available. More than enough fuel will be onsite, and once again we will publish fuel prices is available. Please note it is very important to register your attendance at this link: https://goo.gl/forms/7AycmuSBTbTY2Bkt2
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This is some of the disciples that we can see at this year’s event at Middelburg. (Not all listed!)
• Spot landing competitions (for everything that got airborne, including hot air balloons and gyrocopters)
• Fun rallies for all aircraft types and speeds (short duration introduction navigational rallies)
• Fly markets (sell the aviation things you no longer need)
• On airfield camping Own tent or rented tent
• Drone racing
• Forums on various topics
• Introduction to Aerobatics – all classes and judging initiation
• Balloon night-glows
• Vintage aircraft
• Gyrocopters
• Jets
• Radio Controlled
• Aerobatics
• Light sport aircraft
• Microlights
• Gliders
• Motor gliders
• Helicopter
• Ultralights
• Aviation Photographers Dream
Interim Line-up of events for the Air Week!
| Time | Friday 9th March 2018 | Saturday 10th March 2018 | Sunday 11th March 2018 | ||
| 0600 | 0600 | Balloon inflation and flight | 0600 | Balloon inflation and flight | |
| 0700 | Arrivals / Breakfast | 0700 | Microlight Navigation observation and Timing | 0700 | Epic Aviation – Paramotor Introduction |
| 0800 | Breakfast | 0800 | Breakfast | 0800 | Breakfast |
| 0900 | 0900 | Navigation Rally | 0900 | ||
| 1000 | Airfield Opens (ATC & EMS) | 1000 | Navigation Rally – continued | 1000 | Aerobatics Demo (All Classes) |
| 1100 | 1100 | Navigation Rally – continued | 1100 | ||
| 1200 | Lunch | 1200 | Lunch | 1200 | |
| 1300 | 1300 | Gliding Launches | 1300 | Departures | |
| 1400 | 1400 | Gyro Maize Bombing
Drone Racing |
1400 | ||
| 1500 | Gliding Launches | 1500 | Radio Model Jets / Large Scale Aerobatics | 1500 | |
| 1600 | 1600 | Formation Aerobatic Team Introduction | 1600 | ||
| 1700 | 1700 | Epic Aviation – Paramotor Introduction | 1700 | ||
| 1800 | Dinner , Safety First Aviator Launch (30 min) | 1800 | Braai and Entertainment, BAFSA Night Glow | 1800 | |
How to get there by Air
FAMB: Elevation – 4886 ft
Runway: 02/20 –1345 m – gravel – not lighted
14/32 –1800 m – Tarred – Lighted
Circuit altitude: 6500 ALT (1500 AGL)
Circuit direction: All to the south west of RWY 14/32, RH circuit for Rwy 14, LH circuit for Rwy 32
If required the gravel runway 02/20 is available and subject to ATC instructions.
Call FAMB tower (127.95) 10 nm’s inbound. Expect to join overhead (2000 AGL or 7000 ALT ) or otherwise as instructed by ATC. The Aerodrome will be open to all traffic. Scheduled activities will get priority. Ground Frequency allocated will be (120.20)
Joining From The West (Witbank) Route along the N4 East bound from Witbank to the intersection N4/R35. Call ATC 127.95 for joining instructions. The initial routing from the intersection will be north bound along the N11 to FAMB or otherwise instructed by ATC.
Joining From The South Route north bound either along the R35 or N11. If joining via the R35 (North bound) route to the intersection R35/N4 and call ATC for joining instructions.
Joining From The East (Belfast) Route along the N4 West bound from Belfast to the intersection N4/N11. Call ATC at the intersection for joining instructions. The routing from the intersection will be north bound along the N11 to FAMB or otherwise instructed by ATC.
Joining From The North (Loskopdam) Call FAMB ATC at Loskop dam for routing instruction.
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How to get there by Road
Take a drive up the N4, and take the R575 and then the R555, and then the M11 out north of the town.
Exhibitors
All Aviation related suppliers invited to Exhibit at a minimal cost. Commercial price per stand is R1500 for the weekend. Corporate Vendor Sales per stand is R5000 for the weekend. Vendors sales per stand is R 500 for the weekend. AeCSA member Aicraft Sale stand is R 200 for the weekend. Non AeCSA member Aircraft Sales is R 700 for the weekend. Exhibitors committed so far:
- Adventure Air
- Warbirds
- The Airplane Factory
- Century Avionics
- Epic Aviation
- Comav
Sections are encouraged to showcase their section by setting up a Gazebo and to engage with pilots.
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Sponsorship Appeal
The goal of the Airweek is to raise awareness of the different recreational aviation activities in South Africa between the section members and to make it a Recreational pilot Gathering.
In order to meet this goal, we request your help in securing sponsorship for various facilities and activities to promote recreational aviation, in this respect support is sought for:
- Kiddie Entertainment – Jumping Castle
- Beer Tent
- Portable Showers for Camping on the Airfield
- A Marquee Tent to host the various activities
Airport information
Poll – Sliver Falcons Formation 2018
Silver Falcons Formation Swartkop 2018
- To view the event on our Airshow calendar click here
- To view the Facebook event page click here
- To view general Airshow Do’s and Don’ts click here
- To view SAAF Museum Airshow 2018 updates click here
In 2017 we ran a Poll for you to select what aircraft you would like to see the Silver Falcons Aerobatic Team format with.
The Gripen won the vote. we took the results to Air Boss for the 2017 show. They listened to your vote and agreed to the Formation. The Formation was practiced and flew on the last validation day before the show. What a formation that was to see !
On Show Day, 06 May 2017 the Gripen/Silver Falcon formation was the last Item on the program. Every one was looking forward to it, when a technical problem prevented the Formation that was flown just the day before was to be repeated. This was a big disappointed to the crowd, but one that could not be prevented and was excepted as such by all.
2017 Poll Results
2017 Poll
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Now, It is Airshow Season 2018 and once again we are running the Poll on what you would like to see in the Formation with the Silver Falcons Aerobatic Team. The Air Boss for the SAAF Museum Airshow 2018 will again be monitoring this poll.
Please cast your vote and show the Air Boss what you want to see in formation with our Silver Falcons Aerobatic Team at the SAAF Museum 2018 Airshow to be held 05 May 2018
Cast your Vote below:
What will you like to see in Formation with the Silver Falcons
- Gripen (40%, 123 Votes)
- Rooivalk (21%, 66 Votes)
- C130 (11%, 35 Votes)
- Vampire (9%, 29 Votes)
- Airliner (8%, 26 Votes)
- Hawk (5%, 15 Votes)
- Impala (4%, 11 Votes)
- Albatross (1%, 4 Votes)
Total Voters: 309
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What will you like to see in Formation with the Silver Falcons
- Gripen (40%, 123 Votes)
- Rooivalk (21%, 66 Votes)
- C130 (11%, 35 Votes)
- Vampire (9%, 29 Votes)
- Airliner (8%, 26 Votes)
- Hawk (5%, 15 Votes)
- Impala (4%, 11 Votes)
- Albatross (1%, 4 Votes)
Total Voters: 309
Loading ...See Gripen and Silver Falcons in Formation
Photos form past Silver Falcons Formations
(Click to enlarge)
Updates to the SAAF Museum Airshow 2018
Updates to the SAAF Museum Airshow 2018
This page is dedicated to the SAAF Museum airshow 2018
&
Keeping you updated in what to expect and information.
- To view the event on our Airshow calendar click here
- To view the Facebook event page click here
- To view general Airshow Do’s and Don’ts click here
- To get your tickets click here
- View the official website click here
- View the Aircraft list click here
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SAAF Museum Airshow Friday Final Validations 2018-05-04
Today was the last day for validations from both civilian and military aircraft.The crowd are in for a great show,we look forward to seeing alot of the Aviation Central fans.
Airforce Base Zwartkop Airshow Layout 2018-05-04
SAAF Museum Youth Developmewnt Program to be Hosted on Friday 2018-05-03
SAAF Museum Airshow Thursday Validations 2018-05-03
Throughout the day the base welcomed a couple of arrivals from SAAF aircraft and helicopters,that being a 16 Squadron Rooivalk and three 85 Combat Flying School Hawk mk120s from AFB Makhado.The Museum validated theire display with a total of 16 aircraft all belonging to the SAAF Museum.Capital Sounds also arrived to set up the broadcast equipment for the day.2 Squadron Gripens are expected to arrive at AFB Zwartkop on Friday 2018-05-04,that will also many busy validations during ther course of the day!
SAAF Museum Airshow Wednesday Validations 2018-05-02
Today we saw a couple of Museum Flying assets getting ready for the show on Saturday.There were also two Oryx Helicopters operating out of the base and the Museums Puma Helicopter.Tomorrow we will see and hear ‘NOISE FROM ABOVE ‘keep your eyes and ears on the lookout above Pretoria tomorrow!
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SAAF Museum Airshow 2018 Media Briefing 2018-05-02
The SAAF Museum media briefing was held at AFB Zwartkop West,a different venue compare to previous years.The theme for this year is “Our Indomitable Spirit”. The theme appreciates and recognizes the collective and individual sacrifices of the members in pursuit and realization of the SAAF’s mandate. As the aviation historical hub of the SAAF, SAAF Museum continues in its endeavors in collecting, restoring, preserving and exhibiting heritage and traditions of the SAAF and military aviation.
Above Lieutenant Colonel Melvin Bruintjies(OC SAAF Museum)addressing the media.
The SAAF Museum Airshow is designed to attract aviation enthusiasts, the general public as well as current and former members of the SAAF. Providing an opportunity to celebrate military aviation in both static and flying conditions.
Aircraft:
Members of the public may expect to see the following aircraft on the day:
SAAF
2 Squadron JAS39 Gripens,85 Combat Flying School Hawk MK120,16 Squadron Rooivalks,Agusta A109LUH,Oryx AS32,28 Squadron C130BZ,Pilatus PC7
Museum aircraft:
Allouette II, Allouette III, SA 330L Puma, Harvard, Atlas C4M Kudu, Aermacchi AM 3C Bosbok, Vampire, Cessna 185 and Patchen Explora
Tickets:
Tickets are available at Computickets at R80.00, children under 16 years free.
Public is encouraged to buy tickets before coming to the event.
Gates:
Gates will open from 07:00 till 17:00. The Air Show starts at 09:00.
Parking:
Parking for people with disabilities will be at North Gate (Corner Old Johannesburg road & Trichard Road). The general public will also park alongside Old Johannesburg Road & Trichard Road. There will be car guards however members of the public are informed that parking will be at own risk.
There will be traffic congestion and excessive aircraft noise.
The SAAF therefore appeals for tolerance and understanding from the public especially Residence of Valhalla, Centurion and other surrounding areas.
Bus Shuttle:
Gautrain buses will be available to shuttle people from Centurion and Pretoria Stations to the venue. Gautrain cards are required for the use of this service.
Vendors:
Own food and soft drink is permitted, strictly no coolerboxes and no Alcohol permitted to take in or out of beer garden.
Wednesday Gautrain Alouette II Race 2018-05-02
The early morning sunrise saw two SAAF Museum Alouette Helicopters,the Alouette II flown by Dave Keijer which was used to race the Gautrain from Midrand Station to Centurion Station,while the other Alouette who Leanne Manas a South African TV presenter at the SABC especially known as the anchor of the flagship show, Morning Live.That Alouette was flown by Billy Port,one again the Alouette won the race!
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L-R Major Ntokozo Ntshangase,Leanne Manas and Lieutenant Colonel Melvin Bruintjies(OC SAAF Museum)
L-R Dave Keijer and Leanne Manas
Tuesday Arrival and Validations 2018-05-01
Today we saw the first of the arrivals for the SAAF Museum Airshow,The Goodyear Eagles Pitts Specials and Aero L39 ‘ZUTEE’ did their validations.We will bring you more updates tomorrow from AFB Zwartkop,as the Museum Alouette is set to race the Gautrain.
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Press release from the SAAF museum
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Corporate Hospitality
The airshow provide corporates with an opportunity to book a Hospitality Lounge where they can host clients and stakeholders to enjoy exciting aerobatic displays in a relaxed and secure environment. This investment will also allow an opportunity to network with captains of the aerospace and defence industry and also provide brand exposure to over 40 000 visitors expected to grace this year’s event.
For Corporate Hospitality Lounge booking please send email to hospitality@saafmuseumairshow.co.za
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Update 12 Apr 2018
Gautrain once again partnered up with the Team from the SAAF Museum and will be providing transport to and from the SAAF Museum Airshow.
How this works: You get on the Gautrain at any station and head to Centurion Station. Get off at Centurion and get on the Gautrain bus marked foe the Airshow. The Bus will then drop you off at the Main gate to Swartkop AFB, On Return just boarded the next departing bus as the main gate that will return you to centurion station, hop on your train that will take you back to your origination station. One simple hassle free way to attend the SAAF Museum Airshow 2018
Participating Aircraft list will be announced later part of Next week (+/- 20th April )
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Update 09 Apr 2018
Air Show Tickets
Tickets now online at Computicket, click here to get your tickets, R80pp and Kids under 16 get in Free!
Tickets also available at Computicket stores or at any Shoprite, Checkers, Checkers Hyper, House and Home or at selected OK Furniture and Usave stores
Computicket – The Ticket you can Trust
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Update 15 Feb 2018
Airshow planning meeting was held today, 15 February at Swartkop Air Force Base. Many key members was not present due the fact that that they are attending Armed Forces Day in Kimberly.
The Ticket vendor for online sales has been finalized and we will be posting where you can get your Tickets in March. The 2018 Prices remain R80pp and kids under 16 Free. Pensioners pay full price.
We got a glimpse of the official 2018 Airshow poster and its looks GOOD! The theme for the 2018 SAAF Museum Airshow is “Our Indomitable spirit”
To find Swartkop Air Force Base where this Airshow will be hosted on google Maps click here…
Vendor slots are filling up very quickly, so if you are interested, get your applications in ASAP!
Online Applications: http://saafmuseumairshow.co.za/#vendor
Contact Peron: Capt M Kelbrick
Contact email: markkelbrick@yahoo.com
Contact Phone: 0824137577
Lots of sponsorship opportunities available and a few VIP chalets are available. If you are interested, please contact the Airshow office: Maj Ntokozo Ntshangase, 012 351 2236
No Discussions was made towards the programme or visiting aircraft. Please vote for your Silver Falcons Formation that you would like to see., Click here to vote
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Update 05 Feb 2018
Friday 4th May will be the Youth day with many aviation related career expo stand available to explore.
Saturday 5th May is the Big date, the one that many South Africans are eagerly waiting to arrive.
Ticket price for the 2018 show remains unchanged as it has been for the last few years at R80 PP and Kids under 16 get free entry.
Ticket sales will go online in March, pop back to this page regularly for updates on where you will be able to buy your prepaid tickets.
No Aircraft nor Flight program information is available yet and will only be slowly released towards the end of March.
Vendor contact information:
If you would like to become a vendor at this year’s Air Show please contact Captain Ntshangase or Corporal Nyosi on one of the following numbers:
Capt Mark Kelbrick , 0824137577 Office hours only!
Airshow Office:
Maj Ntokozo Ntshangase, 012 351 2236 Office hours only!
Poll – What will you like to see if Formation with the Silver Falcons?
Click here to cast your vote
See Gripen and Silver Falcons in Formation
02 Feb 2018 was SAAF’s 98th Birthday
**The 2018 Airshow is Not part of this birthday celebrations**
Read more…
SAAF 98 Birthday
Our 2018 Sponsors
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Do’s and Don’ts attending an Airshow
Do’s and Don’ts Attending an Airshow
This is just a small article on attending airshows in South Africa, the normal do’s and don’ts. Please note this is a general guide and although most airshows apply these rules, some airshows can differ slightly and this is only a guide. For our Airshow calendar click here…
Airshows in South Africa are governed by Airshow South Africa, Airshow South Africa is part of The Aero Club of South Africa. The public can also become members of AirShow South Africa, click to read more…
Airshows are enjoyed by people of all ages, both males and females and with most airshows also providing entertainment, kids are sure to be kept busy if they get bored.
A phone number on the kid’s arm
If you do have kids, it is recommended to write your phone number on the kid’s arm as it’s not uncommon for kids to get disorientated among all the thousands of spectators. Lots of vendors roam around offering kids aviation-related toys on sale. For the youth, most airshows have an Aviation career day on the day preceding the airshow and this day is normally the day that most aircraft practice and do validation flights, thus giving the youth attending the career day a mini show.
On Show day, almost all airshows have many static displays and display stalls for your entertainment and interest, this is normally Aviation related and sometimes includes other motorsports. This is a good time to chat with one of the exhibiting flight schools if you are interested in doing your own pilot license. Most airshows will have hobby shops displaying radio-controlled aircraft and guys from a virtual aviation club giving you the opportunity to fly some simulator flying.
Airshow gates normally open between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m., depending on the show. The show starts about 9 am to 10 am on average and lasts anything from 3 pm to sunset set shows followed by a fireworks display ending the day, Once again not all Airshows are the same.
In 2017 the gate prices were anything from R80pp to R120pp, except for one show that was a bit more. South African airshow entry fees are by far on the lower end of the average entry fair, yet we complain! Most airshows sell tickets online before the show and we at Aviation Central do recommend buying prepaid airshow tickets as this allows quick access to the airshow grounds.
Botswana International Airshow
Most extreme airshow fans will be at the gates one or two hours before the gates open at the bigger shows as to get the perfect spot on the crowd line fence. We do recommend that you be at the gates before they open to get a good spot. If you are at the gate in a queue, please post a photo of the line on our Facebook page. Having a coffee ready on a colder day can be welcome.
Some airshows allow you to take along cooler boxes and some don’t. Please confirm this before getting to the gate. We do understand that the airshow organizers prefer you to spend a Rand or two at the vendors as they contribute to the funds needed to host an airshow. Vendors include a variety of foods, soft drinks, and novelties. Almost all airshows have a beer garden for those on the thirsty side and no alcohol is permitted through the gates.
Waste, We recommend taking along a bag for your waste. Although all airshows do have bin’s all-over, this will save you the trouble of going to the bin every time, Once your bag is full, go and dump your bag.
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Without sponsors, NO airshow in the world will be possible. Please take note of the airshow sponsors and visit their stands at the show. This will make the sponsors feel more positive about their investment and next year they will sponsor again and maybe even up their sponsor allowing the organizers to give you a better show. Airshows cost money and a lot of it. So, we appeal to you to take note of the sponsors and support them.
An airshow display is normally controlled by an Air boss, and the show and is closely monitored by a safety officer. Without Air Traffic Control (ATC), no airshow is possible. Not only do they control airshow traffic, but they also monitor the airshow box for traffic intruding on the airshow airspace. On the ground, we have a ramp master making sure all aircraft have a parking spot.
Airshows are fantastic photographic opportunities, so remember to take along those cameras. South Africa has aviation-related photographic clubs and groups; one of the most popular clubs is the SAAFMPC, based at Zwartzkops SAAF museum in Pretoria. When taking photos at an airshow, opportunities are not only in the air, but there are also static displays, vendor and sponsor exhibits and the crowd can also present that winning shot of the day. Also read Airshow Photography, the Canon way
Attending an airshow in sunny South Africa also has a challenge that is very important to be prepared for, The SUN! Please make sure you have sunblock, eye protection, and a hat. Drink lots of fluids, preferably water. One thing that is usually a no-go at most airshows worldwide is beach umbrellas and gazebos. These are obstacles and barriers for all those around and behind you. So please be considerate to others and do not take yours along. Do drink plenty of liquids and stay hydrated. Water and soft drinks will be available on the Show at a reasonable cost.
With airshows lasting almost a full day, you cannot stand on your legs all the time, so it’s recommended to take along camping chairs and/or a blanket. It’s also recommended to dress in layers that you can remove as the day warms up and once again put on again as the day cools down. Do not pack heavy as airshows are mostly long walks from parking to the crowd line. The bigger airshows have park-and-ride options and some Gauteng airshows also have the Gautrain as a partner to assist you in getting to and from the Show.v
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These are general airshow rules, but they differ slightly from show to show.
No-No’s at airshows:
- Firearms
- Braais of any kind.
- Own Alcohol.
- Don’t smoke on the Flightline: The entire ramp is a NO SMOKING AREA.
- Don’t arrive at the airport late: Traffic and limited parking will require visitors to arrive early to see all the action.
- Don’t bring dogs or other animals, bicycles, rollerblades, skateboards, alcohol, fireworks, or weapons of any kind.
- Don’t bring Two-way radios or any similar device that can hinder ATC and aircraft communications.
- Handheld Laser Pointers.
- Drones.
No-No’s at some airshows, please check before going.
- Cooler boxes
- Own food
- Umbrellas and Gazebos (We do not recommend taking one of these to any airshow)
What to take along to an airshow.
• Airshow Tickets if pre-bought
• Hats
• Sunblock
• Protective sunglasses
• Camping chairs and/or a blanked
• Cameras
• Fully charged phone and a power bank
• Earplugs for small ones and those with sensitive ears
• Cash (Most shows do have ATMs. However, at an airshow Cash is King)
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After an airshow, it’s the long walk back to your car and a day at the airshow can be tiring, so therefore you need to pack light. Traffic after an airshow can also be a nightmare, so please be patient, give gaps to others, and follow the guidance of traffic officials. It helps to go to the loo before heading to your car and having something cold to drink can also help if the wait is long to get out.
Please do not forget to share your photos, comments, and ratings on the show(s) that you attended on our Facebook page.
Advertising Opportunities on Aviation Central
Advertising Opportunities on Aviation Central
Good day
We are excited to announce Advertising Opportunities on Aviation Central on our website www.aviationcentral.co.za and Facebook page.
Option 1: Once-off Sponsorship / Advertisement. By Sponsoring us absolutely anything that can help us to spread the love off Aviation, From a Cap to Fuel (Normal Diesel and Petrol), Accommodation at Events, Financial, Camera Equipment, Anything and anyway that can assist us! Will share your Business on this website and our Very busy Facebook page. To see our current sponsors click here
Option 2: A simple image “click to follow” advert is ZAR800pm till end February 2019 or a pay once for the full year – R8000 for the year (This is an R1600 saving) PLUS we will also share your Advert on our Facebook page every two weeks (+/- twice a month) (We do have, excluding the airlines, the largest following on Facebook for any Aviation Related page in South Africa)
Although we are open to almost any Aviation related advertising, preference will be given to Flight Schools, Airlines, Aviation & Hobby shops, Scenic & Charter Operators, Aviation related clubs and those offering accommodation and Travel packages to Airshows and Aviation Events.
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For Airshow and Aviation Events organizers only, we have the Big One available to you. Our Facebook page is mostly dedicated to Airshow and other aviation events, informing our followers a we will share all information and updates on Airshows for FREE, no cost, just keep us updated as much as possible and we will share and promote your event.
We do however have the Prime spot for advertising available to Airshow organizers, our Facebook Cover Image can be yours, read more here.
If you are interested in Advertising Opportunities then please contact Lettie at admin@aviationcentral.co.za
If you are willing and can help us with sponsorship to cover our costs, please contact Flippie at flippie@aviationcetral.co.za or phone 081 270 443Zero
* All funds will be used to “up” our game to bring Aviation Events news to our South African Aviation lovers and Aviation Central followers.
** We all at Aviation Central have Normal day jobs and do this as a hobby on our free-time for the Love for Aviation Events and by sharing the love with our followers.
Regards
Flippie van Emmenis
Owner @Aviation Central
Langebaanweg Airshow Program 09 Dec 2017
Langebaanweg Airshow Program 09 Dec 2017
The most anticipated Airshow for the year 2017!
For the past 50 years, the South African Air Force Silver Falcons have been dazzling crowds all over the country. Now, for the first time, we have an opportunity to celebrate their 50th Birthday at their Home Base at AFB Langebaanweg with an all-out Air Show in their honour. With a full complement of Air Force Aircraft and numerous Civilian Display Teams joining together to make this an Air Show you won`t forget and don`t want to miss.
Due to the unique location for the Air Show, that lends itself to experience the South African Air Force and its power to the max.
Official show hashtag #seeithearitfeelit
Did you get your tickets yet, if not then click here!
Remember to bring along Camping Chairs, Hats, Sunblock and keep Hydrated!
You are welcome to bring your own picnic basket, but no alcohol is allowed to be brought in, a Beer Garden is available at the show with reasonable prices! Wright your phone number on a card and hang it around your kids neck or as an armband, it’s not uncommon for kids to lose sense of direction at a big event like this.
For more information on what to expect please go to this page.
The Langbaanweg Airshow team made the Programe available to us.
Please note this can change at any time!
Please note this can change at any time!
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Langebaanweg Airshow, what to expect!
Langebaanweg Airshow, what to expect!
Langebaanweg Airshow, what to expect!
With just over a week to go till what is to be the most awaited airshow of 2017.
It’s the last Airshow for the Year 2017, the 2nd SAAF hosted airshow for the year, the other being SAAF Museum airshow that was held in May earlier this year and then the 1st Airshow in the Western Cape since 2015 that was at Stellenbosch. The last open day for the public at AFB Langebaanweg was in 1995 during the 75th anniversary of the South African Air force. The Silver Falcons have had the opportunity to dazzle crowds all over the country, but rarely the opportunity to showcase its Pride, Passion and Precision at their home base. Due to the unique location of this Air Show, it allows for certain unique displays that would not necessarily feature at other Air Shows around the country. This makes it one show not to miss.
This Air show would allow the SAAF to celebrate a significant milestone with Pride. An Air show planned and executed by the AFB Langebaanweg entirely to allow the greater public the experience the professionalism and pride that we have for the SAAF. It would allow the public to experience the Passion that we have for our Air Force and serving our Country, and through this Air show inspire confidence in our Air Force and provide a platform for the youth to commit to serving their Country as well. This Air show will provide a platform to showcase our Precision. Showcasing our Aircraft operated in a professional manner and in such ways as to highlight our exemplary training and professional members.
Ample Parking is available and Disabled parking with Golf Cart Shuttle available to the display area for those in need.
The Gates open at 07:00 and show starts at 09:00 and is expected to come to an end with the Gripen Breaking the Sound barrier at about 17:00. Read more…
What to bring along, Sunscreen and a Hat, camping chair or a blanket to sit on and Picnic baskets are welcome, however many Food and soft drink vendors will be onsite! A Beer garden will also be onsite for those a bit thirstier! ATM facilities will be available. We do recommend to bring cash, as at an Airshow cash is always King and to avoid long lines at the ATM’s.
Silver Falcons Team 81 for this 50th Anniversary show is:
Major Wendy ‘Electra’ Badenhorst
Major Corné ‘Stilbo’ van Deventer
Major Mark ‘Katana’ Gentles
Major Sivu ‘Sivuple’ Tangana
Major Omphile ‘Biggy’ Mutloane
Major Bheki ‘Swaziboy’ Shabangu
Read more on the Silver Falcons
View full Airshow Program here
The following is a list of the various aircraft that are confirmed to take part in this Air Show:
SAAF Aircraft:
3 X Oryx (Static, Flying and Backup)
1 X Lynx
4X Hawk (Static, Flying and Backup)
7X Gripen (Static, Flying and Backup)
2 X C208/1 X C212
2 X C47TP
1 X C130BZ
6 X Silver Falcons
18 X Astra’s (PC7’s)
2X Rooivalk(Static, Flying and Backup)
Civilian Aircraft:
Puma Flying Lions – 4 X Harvard
Raptors 4 X RV 7/8/9
Nashua Extra 300LP
Mango B737-800
Neville Ferreira Slick 540
Impala ZU-IMP Impala
Mother City Skydiving Jump Platform Required
AMSRCC 7 x RC Aircraft
Team Extreme 4 x Cirrus/Extra 300
Little Annie AN-2
CTFC TBC Static
Working on Fire AT802/C206/Huey
Robin Cross 6 X Static Display
CTFTC DV20 Static + Air
SFC (C152+C172) 2 X Static Display
AMScor EC145 Static + Air
Below is a photos of all the Aircraft to fly at this wonderful Langebaan Airshow 2017!
Photo’s from various photographers with the SAAFMPC group and Team Aviation Central members!
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