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14^th July 2015: The Irish Aviation Authority is proud to support three incredible air shows that are taking place across the country this July.  These spectacular events are set to attract over 150,000 spectators.

• Shannon Air Display - Saturday 18^th July, 11am www.shannonairdisplay.com
• Bray Air Display - Sunday 19^th July, 2pm www.brayairdisplay.com
• Foynes Air Show - Sunday 26^th July, 3pm www.foynesairshow.com

All three air shows will feature displays by the Irish Historic Flight Foundation’s three de Havilland Chipmunks. Supported by the IAA, the Irish Historic Flight Foundation was established to give recognition to Ireland’s important role in aviation over the years. The Irish Historic Flight Foundation’s overall objectives are to help preserve Ireland’s aviation heritage, maintain key skills, educate the public and foster industry co-operation.  For more information, visit www.irishhistoricflight.com/

Irish Aviation Authority, Chief Executive, Eamonn Brennan said ‘The IAA is thrilled to support these incredible air shows and we expect over 150,000 spectators to attend these three events over the course of two weekends. Ireland has a fine tradition of aviation and these air shows celebrate our proud heritage.  I’m especially pleased to see the Irish Historic Flight Foundation take part in these events. The Foundation was created to showcase our aviation tradition and what better way to do that than by seeing these magnificent machines in action.’

Shannon Air Display

Saturday 18^th July, 11am

Shannon Airport will deliver an air display extravaganza on 18^th July to mark the 70th anniversary of the first commercial transatlantic flight at the airport, a key milestone in Irish aviation history. The air show will provide a visual treat from some of Ireland and Europe’s leading aerobatics performers, parachutists, helicopters, jet fighters and stunt fliers during the six hour event. Participating aircraft include, a supersonic Saab Viggen, two de Havilland Vampires and the Ravens aerobatic team. This family fun event will also include a wide array of free activities on the ground.

For more information, visit www.shannonairdisplay.com

Bray Air Display

Sunday 19^th July, 2pm

The Bray Air Display will feature a stunning line up of awesome aircraft. These include a Soviet era MIG – 15, a Hawker Hunter jet fighter and the F-5 Tiger aircraft of the Swiss Air Force Aerobatic Team. The Defence Forces Parachute Display Team, the Black Knights, will also perform a spectacular sky dive.

For more information, visit www.brayairdisplay.com

Foynes Air Show

Sunday 26^th July, 3pm

Now into its second year, the Foynes Air Show will feature a fantastic line up of aircraft, including the ‘Ferocious Frankie’ World War 2 era P-51 Mustang fighter, the Team Raven aerobatic display team and various Irish Air Corps aircraft. The Irish Coast Guard will also perform a thrilling search and rescue demonstration over the Shannon Estuary. Foynes has a strong aviation history and was the landing port for the first transatlantic services, during the Flying Boat era of the late 30’s and early 40’s.

For more information, visit www.foynesairshow.com

For media queries, contact:

Tony Lane,

Communications Executive,

Irish Aviation Authority

Tel: +353 86 791 1864