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The RAF has been flexing its muscles for the public by giving a demonstration of 21st century air power in spectacular style at an air show in Kent.
The role demonstration concept for presenting 21st century air power, which was unveiled at the Biggin Hill Air Fair recently, heralded a departure from the more traditional presence which the RAF have had at public shows in recent years.
I thought that it was unveiled at Abingdon.
The demonstration has been designed to increase public understanding of the role of airpower through its many spectra.
Such a significant departure from the traditional approach is not without risk," Air Vice-Marshal Harper continued. "However, at the second major demonstration of the season at the Biggin Hill Air Fair,
Looks like a commercial partner could help share the risk
Second major demonstration and the first was at
Group Captain Andy Turner, Head of RAF Public Relations, explained how he believes the RAF is benefiting from this new approach.
The feedback we have received thus far indicate that the public really like them and want to see more of it. The next demonstrations will be at Waddington 30 June-1 July 2007, Fairford 13-15 July 2007 and Edinburgh 25/26 August 2007."
Edinburgh have they moved it from Kinross? Have they spoken to Edinburgh? has anyone seen any advertising?
Q. What did Southend, Biggin, Waddington and Fairford have in common that the SoA did not have?
A. Established venue and known market.