AVIATION
Explore a range of amazing ground displays and aviation-themed activities on Saturday 29 April at The Workshops Rail Museum.
In the air you will see aerial formation fly-pasts featuring warbirds and aerobatic displays featuring a race plane.
IN THE AIR
AEROBATIC DISPLAYS
High energy aerobatic displays by reigning Red Bull Air Race world champion and former Royal Australian Air Force top gun pilot, Matt Hall.
Approximate display time: 11:30am and 2:30pm
*Aerial Displays will be announced over the PA 10 minutes prior to starting. All flying is subject to change due to weather, operational requirements and other aviation considerations.
FORMATION FLY-PASTS
See Red Thunder warbird formation fly-pasts featuring multiple aircraft undertaking manoeuvres.
Approximate display time: 10:00am and 1:30pm
*Aerial Displays will be announced over the PA 10 minutes prior to starting. All flying is subject to change due to weather, operational requirements and other aviation considerations.
RAAF AMEBERLEY
One Royal Australian Air Force EA-18G Growler aircraft from No. 6 Squadron at RAAF Base Amberley will conduct a flypast.
Approximate display time: 12:00pm
Flying is subject to change, including short notice cancellation, due to variables such as air traffic control requirements, weather, and operational availability.
RAAF AMBERLEY
One Royal Australian Air Force C-27J Spartan aircraft from No. 35 Squadron at RAAF Base Amberley will conduct a flypast.
Approximate display time: 12:30pm
Flying is subject to change, including short notice cancellation, due to variables such as air traffic control requirements, weather, and operational availability.
ON THE GROUND
RAAF AMBERLEY
See Air Force and Army vehicles on display as well as a Transportable Air Operations Tower.
BEKAA AIR
See a top-of-the-line Robinson 44 RII aircraft on display from Brisbane based boutique helicopter company, Bekaa Air.
Please note: The inclusion of this aircraft on display at the event is subject to change due to weather, operational requirements and other aviation considerations.
BRISBANE AIRPORT CORPORATION
Discover the fascinating world of an airport at the Brisbane Airport Information Centre. Learn about the people, the history and the future that awaits!
TAE AEROSPACE
Be wowed by TAE Aerospace’s AGT1500 engine display – responsible for powering the M1 Abrams Tank. Listen out for the micro gas turbine engine running twice throughout the day. The engine will also be available (when not in operation) to view up close at TAE’s display.
Event details
Saturday 29 April 2023
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Workshops Rail Museum, North Ipswich
EARLY BIRD TICKETS PURCHASED BY 28 APRIL
Adult $6
Concession $5
Child 3-15 years $5
Family (2 Adults + 3 Children) $20
Under 3 years Free (requires ticket)
Museum Members Free (no ticket required, show Annual Pass card at the gate)
Matt Hall Race Plane
Red Thunder Warbirds
Bekaa Air Robinson 44 RII Aircraft
Brisbane Airport Info Centre
