The United Kingdom’s Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, is to display in Al Ain as part of a major Middle East tour.
The team will perform in the Garden City between 30th November and 2nd December as part of the tenth Al Ain Aerobatic Show.
Officially known as the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows have been thrilling crowds, since the 1960s.
Squadron leader Jim Turner, team leader of the Red Arrows, said: “We take great pride and pleasure in being able to demonstrate our flying in all of these places – some of which we have never visited before, while others we are very pleased to be afforded the opportunity to return to.
“Just as countless others have already done in 2013, I hope people, in all of the locations we will be flying to, will come to the display, watch our aerobatics and enjoy the experience.”
The tour will raise awareness of the UK and highlight the Royal Air Force’s agility, adaptability and capability. As ambassadors for the UK, the Red Arrows showcase the excellence of the Royal Air Force.
The team, who currently fly BAE Systems Hawk aircraft, consists of nine display pilots, all of whom are from frontline squadrons. Each has previously operated other Royal Air Force fast jets, such as the Tornado or the Typhoon multi-role combat aircraft.
Next year is the 50th display season for the team that is based at RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire, UK and, since formation, they have performed in more than 4,500 displays in 54 different countries.
Acknowledged as one of the world’s premier aerobatic teams, the Red Arrows is an iconic British brand and has often taken part in high-profile occasions, both nationally and internationally.
Squadron leader Turner said: “The Red Arrows showcase the speed, agility and precision of the Royal Air Force. Our flying display includes a combination of a synchronised formation aerobatics during the first half of the performance, followed by a more dynamic second half.”
Tickets for the show are available via Ticketmaster – the show’s official ticketing partner. General admission tickets bought in advance cost AED 40 for adults and AED 20 for youths aged 12 and below.
Tickets and the Fly Pass — a two-for-one advantage deal which delivers entry to the show and exciting benefits at four key attractions — can be bought online at: www.ticketmaster.ae and via the toll-free number: 800 86823.
