Almost 20,000 aviation enthusiasts converged on Cessnock Airport across March 25 to 26 to witness the might and power of modern and historic flying displays.
This year’s Hunter Valley Airshow treated patrons to various heart-stopping aerial displays, including flyovers from the E-7A Wedgetail, the MH-60R Seahawk helicopter and heritage aircraft from 100 Squadron.
100 Squadron Commanding Officer Wing Commander Jason Easthope said Air Force’s participation in the air show demonstrated its commitment to regional community engagement.
“It’s important that Air Force participates in air shows such as this because it showcases our capability,” Wing Commander Easthope said.
“Our presence provides a face to the Air Force name and allows us to interact and explain what we do as part of the ADF.
Air Force was part of a broader ADF presence at the air show, with Navy and Army also providing a range of aerial and static displays.
“There is a diverse range of ADF assets, both on the ground and in the air,” Wing Commander Easthope said.
“Having the triservice presence allows the ADF to showcase its joint capabilities.”
Crowds also visited a range of ADF ground displays and listened to performances by the Air Force Band, while the Air Force Balloon proved a hit with patrons.
View more photos from the Hunter Valley Airshow on the Defence Image Gallery.
