DURBAN VIRGINIA AIRSHOW
Durban Virginia Airshow 2025
The skies above Durban came alive on Sunday, 10 August 2025 as thousands of aviation enthusiasts flocked to Virginia Airport for the annual Durban Virginia Airshow. Renowned as one of South Africa’s premier aviation events, the show delivered a day filled with high-energy aerial performances, family entertainment and a vibrant celebration of flight. Crowds and Atmosphere Virginia Airport was buzzing with excitement as spectators gathered early to secure the best viewing spots. Families, aviation fans and photographers alike enjoyed a day of sunshine, good food and a festive spirit that reinforced why Durban’s airshow is one of the most popular in the
Wings Over Durban: South Africa’s Premier Airshow Returns with Explosive Energy on 10 August 2025!
The skies above Durban are set to ignite once again as the Durban Virginia Airshow, proudly sponsored by Standard Bank, returns on Sunday, 10 August 2025 for another high-octane day of aerial entertainment, family fun, and breathtaking aerobatics. Following its triumphant return and Aeroclub Awards’ Airshow of the Year accolade, the 2025 show promises even more excitement with a fresh programme featuring South Africa’s top aviation talent. Expect a full-throttle spectacle of skydiving, formation flying, and world-class aerobatics. The day kicks off with a Skydiving Spectacular, followed by dazzling displays from aviation legends including Nigel Hopkins, the iconic Puma Flying Lions, and
Durban Virginia Airshow 2025
The Virginia Airshow is soaring back into Durban for 2025 – and it’s coming in full throttle! 🛫🔥 South Africa’s award-winning coastal airshow is bringing you a sky-high spectacle you won’t forget. 🚀 🎉 Expect a day packed with: ✨ Jaw-dropping aerobatic displays 🛩️ Epic military & civilian aircraft flybys 🎙️ Live commentary 👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly vibes 🍔 Delicious food stalls 🎈 Non-stop kids entertainment Whether you’re an aviation fanatic or just looking for a fun day out, the Virginia Airshow has something for everyone! 🙌 🎟️ Book your tickets now and feel the roar of the skies! 🌤️🔊 🎫 Ticket Prices: 👤
Video and Gallery – The Durban Virginia Airshow 2024
Following the success of the revived Durban Virginia Airshow in 2023, the 2024 Durban Virginia Airshow – in association with Standard Bank, Execujet and Umhlanga Tourism – once again attracted record crowds to Virginia Airport in Durban North where they were treated to some unique and breathtaking aerial stunts and displays. Durban Skydive Centre team got proceedings under way in challenging weather conditions, with a stiff breeze gusting up to 60kph. These seasoned skydivers took it in their stride with precise landings, executing majestic turns and swoops in front of the crowd and between vehicles from Chery Motors, Umhlanga. Virginia Airport-based Starlite
Virginia Airshow a winner!
The Aero Club of South Africa’s annual awards too place in the Master Power Technologies Hangar at rand Airport on Saturday 25 November, recognising the achievements and service to general aviation in the country. Smoke on…Go! and Creative Space Media were awarded the African Pilot Airshow of the Year Award for the Virginia Airshow which was resurrected after a 10 year hiatus. David le Roux was master of ceremonies for the day on a scorching hot highveld afternoon and he and Chairman Rob Jonkers took charge of the proceedings starting with address from Rob highlighting the strides made by our recreational and
Watch – Highlights of the Durban Virginia Airshow 2023
Some of the best aviation performers in the world displayed at the Virginia Airshow which returned in full force to the skies of Durban on 9 September 2023. Saturday 9 September saw the skies of Durban treated to the roar of South Africa’s most magnificent aerobatic aircraft as one of the most popular South African airshows returned to Durban. For the first time in eight years, the Virginia Airshow was back. With the Indian Ocean as the perfect backdrop for these incredible displays, this event turned out to an action-packed family day out. Spectators enjoyed dramatic theatre in the sky and a
Virginia Airshow hosts aviation career day to inspire learners
The Durban Virginia Airshow, which took place on Saturday 9 September, was an opportunity for aviation enthusiasts, families, and thrill-seekers to enjoy the extraordinary aerobatic talent that we have in South Africa. Besides the entertainment and enjoyment of the airshow, the event was also used to promote and nurture the next generation of aviation professionals. As such, Virgina Airshow organisers, the Smoker On…Go! Foundation and sponsors, including Shell Aviation, hosted an Aviation Career Day on Friday 8 September to inspire and inform young minds about the vast range of exciting careers available in the aviation. Many learners from schools in KwaZulu Natal,
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