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Cover Story
International visitors including the Japan Air Self Defense
Force, French Air Force, Republic of Singapore Air Force,
Royal Malaysian Air Force, Royal New Zealand Air Force
and United States Air Force brought their finest aircraft for
the duration.
Trade halls showcased the best of the aviation industry whilst
there was plenty to experience at the RAAF Jericho Precinct
where visitors were able to see and be immersed in interactive
technology, primarily focussed around STEM initiatives
(Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).

A pair of Juka, Yak 50 aircraft perform an aerobatic display with
pyrotechnics. CPL Bill Solomou.
The next Airshow scheduled for Avalon takes place in 2021,
also celebrates 100 years of the formation of the RAAF, and
promises to be bigger and better than ever.

Flying Officer Kaitlin Flynn demonstrates a smartphone hologram
device to a visitor of the Project Jericho Astro-STEM Zone during
the 2019 Australian International Airshow. CPL David Said.
More than 600 aviation-related companies took part in
the event, as well as government departments and other
organisations. It was estimated more than 200,000 people
attended the show over the week.

Two RAAF F/A-18 Hornets fly in refuelling formation with a
KC-30A Multi Role Tanker Transport during a rehearsal at the
Australian International Airshow. CPL David Said.

A KC-30A Multi Role Tanker Transport aircraft taxis past visitors
attending the Australian International Airshow in Avalon, Victoria.
CPL Nicci Freeman.
The ‘Night Alight’ pageant was a highlight of the show with Two No. 37 Squadron C-130J Hercules prepare to touch down
a series of high energy flying displays performed by various during a flying display at the Airshow. CPL Jessica de Rouw.
aircraft, lighting up the night sky with pyrotechnics and sparks,
thrilling and amazing the crowds. Background image:Aircraft perform an aerobatic flying display
CPL Bill Solomou

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