The chance for islanders to get up close to local aircraft and pilots returns in returning later this year.
The Guernsey Air Display’s popular ‘Meet the Pilots event’ comes back on 8 September from 15:00 to 19:00.
The event provides the unique opportunity to meet the men and women who fly the aircraft, learn about their careers, and see some of the aircraft up close, ahead of this year’s display.
A major focus of the Guernsey Air Display Foundation is to encourage young people to consider exciting careers in aviation, aerospace and engineering.
Event Organiser Jon Le Ray said: “‘Meet the Pilots’ has become one of the highlights of the Air Display.
“By extending the event to 19:00, we hope even more families will be able to join us after school and work.”
“Inspiring the next generation is a key part of what we do, and there’s no better way to spark an interest in aviation than by giving young people the chance to speak directly with the pilots, engineers and display teams.”
Visitors will be able to see an exciting line-up of aircraft including the UK’s only civilian aerobatic display team, Team Raven, along with the Battle of Britain’s only surviving fighter plane.
As well as opportunities to chat, ask questions and take photos with the pilots and crew, visitors can meet the Airborne Pyrotechnics Team.
This year’s Meet the Pilots event is proudly sponsored by Titan Wealth and Aiglle Flight Support.
Katrina Bray, Head of Marketing at Titan Wealth said: “The team behind the Guernsey Air Display works hard to raise funds, secure impressive aircraft and pull off a successful event year after year, and Titan Wealth is happy to play our part in ensuring that Meet the Pilots and the display can continue.”
Ian Arnold, Head of Operations at Aiglle said: “We’re very happy to support this wonderful event to inspire our younger generations into our exciting aviation industry. We’re looking forward to seeing another fantastic turnout at the airport this year.”
