AWE-INSPIRING AIRSHOW

August 2023 has been locked in for the greatest airshow Australia has ever seen with Air Race world champion and former Royal Australian Air Force top gun fighter pilot, Matt Hall, the event’s first ambassador.

THE spectacular three-day Pacific Airshow will take off over Surfers Paradise from 18 to 20 August 2023 and holiday makers are encouraged to book early with tourism bookings set to soar.

The Pacific Airshow, now the biggest Airshow in the United States, features an outstanding aviation line-up year after year, including performances by the US. Air Force Thunderbirds, US Navy Blue Angels, UK Royal Air Force Red Arrows, Canadian Forces Snowbirds, as well as many of the world’s finest civilian performers.

“Now the suspense is over –it’s time to book your holidays and register your interest in attending Pacific Airshow Gold Coast,” said Kevin Elliott, CEO of Code Four, and owner of the famous Pacific Airshow Huntington Beach in California

“There will be hospitality options for everyone – ranging from show-centre General Admission on the beach to ‘money can’t buy’ VIP experiences, corporate chalets, private cabanas, and more! The hospitality build-out on the beach is going to be truly extraordinary and when combined with our highly curated cuisine offerings - we’re taking hospitality on the beach to a whole new level!”

Elliott explained how the Pacific Airshow Gold Coast is so much more than what happens in the air, with something for everyone throughout the event precinct stretching for several kilometres along the esplanade. From street vendors, STEM exhibitions, art, entertainment, and more, the whole of Surfers Paradise, land, sea and sky to be transformed into the world’s biggest stage.

Pacific Airshow is all about maximising the adrenalin rush as the world’s best aviators push to the edge of what’s possible - where you can surf to the sounds of 40,000 pounds of thrust racing across your chest and be left scratching your head in amazement at the same time.

While parents and children mix with the bikini-clad bodies on the beach, foodies savour the experience over fine wine and gourmet cuisine, and music lovers gather to dance the night away. The skies overhead will be ablaze with the world’s best aviation aerobatics as a flotilla of spectator boats head to deeper water to take in the view offshore.

“Pacific Airshow Gold Coast will be awe-inspiring recognising the incredible talent and skills of civilian and military avi-

Artist Impression | Image: Contributed ators, and that is sure to be a powerfully inspiring experience for everyone,” said Kevin Elliott.

“We are excited to be working closely with the Australian Defence Force, especially as the inaugural Pacific Airshow Gold Coast will be honouring and recognising Australian Viet- nam Veterans’ Day on 18 August 2023 and marking the important date with a tribute to those who have served.”

The three-day lifestyle festival will incorporate an epic entertainment and hospitality program, A-lister parties and exclusive VIP meet and greet events.

Enthusiasts can subscribe to become a Pacific Air show insider and be the first to receive important updates, performer announcements and early access to ticket offerings at pacificairshow.com.

Not Quite Your Speed?

For those seeking a more intimate aviation experience closer to home, The Caboolture Warplane and Flight Heritage Museum is Queensland’s only flying warbird museum where you can still fly in a warplane!

The Museum currently houses the North American T-4 Texan and a Winjeel and Gipsy Moth. The Wirraway and T-28B Trojan are hangared nearby on the airfield by Warplanes Pty Ltd and are readily available for Adventure Flights and other static display events run by the Museum. You can learn more about the Caboolture Warplane and Flight Heritage Museum by visiting cwpmuseum.com.au.