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Stellenbosch warms old and young hearts alike-Stellenbosch Airshow 2019
Stellenbosch is situated in the Western Cape, South Africa. The area is known for its scenery, wine, university and the kindness of the community. Stellenbosch Flying Club is located just off the R44 leading out of Stellenbosch and has a relaxed atmosphere where flying, local craft beer and good food makes for lazy Saturday afternoons. On the 23rd of March 2019 this changed to a hive of activity and the day where it all came together, months of meticulous planning with hard work and preparations came together. The scene was set, the queue at the gates forming just after sunrise and the weather being almost perfect.
The packed program list and the variety of participating aircraft is proof of a wonderful show that warmed the hearts of many. The biggest flag in Africa was parachuted in from a C206, the emergency cavalcade was on display and the props of the aircraft of the first display were turning… out came the Silver Falcons to open the show. With the mountains and greenery from the surroundings being the scenery, the Silver Falcons took to the sky and gave a shortened but wonderful display. Really being the cockpit ambassadors for the South African Air Force.
Special mention is to be made of Mr Air Show, Brian Emmenis. As many will know, he is the voice of air shows in South Africa and abroad. While the first few displays where happening, interviews were performed with James Vos: MEC Tourism and Economic Affairs, Major Omphile Mutloane, Phillip du Preez: Head of ExecuJet Cape Town, Franz Smit: Pilot insure and Graham Smith who received a lifetime membership from Stellenbosh Flying Club.
The program consisted of The Silver Falcons, Team Extreme, a Mango B737, Ex-SAAF Bosbok, Working on Fire display consisting of two Hueys, a Cessna and AT-802, L39, NAC Bell 407, Shock Cub, Raptors RVs, Tigermoth, J51C Glider, Boeing Stearman, Howard Vintage, Radio Control Models, Husky, Harvard T6, a display by TSU/AGA involving vehicles, dogs and a EC145, M16 Gyro, NAC Mirage PA 46-350.
The list of pilots being as impressive as the list of aircraft consisting of Scully Levin, Pierre Gouws, Trevor Warner, Nigel Hopkins, Glen Warden, Trevor Milton, Ivan V/D Schaar, Jurie Steyn, Trevor Milton and many others. These pilot put up energised displays that had the crowds entertained, camera shutters clicking all day long (making downloading, editing and posting a challenge) and made this show a memorable one.
throughout the day there were constant movements by staff between the crowds to collect litter which easily makes this the cleanest show I have witnessed. After a long hot day, the warmest in weeks, with loads of liquids consumed and the crowds leaving, there was not a single piece of paper or empty bottle lying around.
With the crowds heading home and some staying for a last drink or chat with old friends, the departing aircraft made for a mini show as many did the traditional fly by as a thank you. The Silver Falcons being no exception. They took off, the formation was formed and the six ship came past 3 times, almost as if they didn’t want to head home as yet. As the sun set on the mountains, the light being amazing, the dust from the show settled these were observed by a few and was truly magical.
A time to reflect on the day. To cement the memories made. To salute an organising team and everyone involved, from pilots to ground crew and cleaning staff. A massive thank you to all. Not even load shedding could dampen spirits or impact the show!
The Stellenbosch Air Show hosted by the Stellenbosch Flying Club is to be an annual event and surely one to diarise! I for one will be there.
See you next year!
Silver Falcons Aerobatic Team Ready for the first Airshow of 2019
The skies over Stellenbosch are getting Busy with the Big airshow this coming Saturday, 23 March at Stellenbosch Flying Club in the Western Cape.
Stellenbosch hasn’t hosted an airshow since 2015,the Cape aviation enthusiast’s are sure hungry for an airshow.
The Silver Falcons will be displaying at their first airshow for 2019 at Stellenbosch this coming Saturday under the leadership of Major Omphile Matloane.
The team recently displayed at the past Armed Forces Week in Cape Town in February 2019.
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Stellenbosch Update 2019 Update II
For the first time in years, Stellenbosch is having an air show. This is not just an air show, it is an air show that promises to be like no other and we are just as excited to share the following with you, our loyal followers and a show packed with firsts. In this article we will share the what, where, when and what else you may need to know to make this the best show you ever attended.
Dubbed FASHKOSH, a play on Stellenbosch’s official airfield name FASH and OSHKOSH, the single biggest air show and gathering of aviation enthusiasts in the world which takes place annually at Oshkosh Wisconsin in the USA, the 2019 Stellenbosch Airshow takes place on the 23rd of March and promises to be bigger, louder and more exciting than in previous years.
Few things to remember
- Cash is king
- Sunblock
- Camera
- Hat
- Have fun!
Program
The program for show day provides non-stop adrenalin and entertainment with the line-up consisting of the following:
- Power paragliders
- Large scale model jets
- The biggest SA flag skydiver (A first for Stellenbosch)
As you can see, that is one LARGE flag!
- South African Airforce Silver Falcons
Visiting all the way from Langebaanweg AFB.
- L39 fighter jet
- Ex SAAF Bosbok
Golden oldie!
- Glider and tug display
- Vintage De Haviland Tiger Moth and Chipmunk display
- Emergency vehicle cavalcade
- Bell 407 helicopter
- Vintage Howard display
Such beautiful lines!
- Vintage Cessna 195 display
- Boeing 737 airliner display (First for Stellenbosch)
This augh to be a sight, remember the SAA B747 visit a few years back?
- The HULK Sonerai 2 aerobatic display
- Pilatus PC24 Business jet (First for Stellenbosch)
- Motor glider display
- Raptors formation aerobatics display (First for Stellenbosch)
- RV solo aerobatic display
- Gyrocopter M16 display
- Shock Cub display (First for Stellenbosch)
- Team Extreme aerobatic display
Always impressive!
- Aviat Husky short field performance display (First Sstellenbosch female display pilot)
- Nashua Extra 300 (First for Stellenbosch)
Expect another action packed display!
- T6 Harvard display
- Vintage Boeing Stearman display
- Black Hawk Helicopter display (First for Stellenbosch)
- Huey Helicopter display
This will be impressive to see!
- Piper Malibu display (First for Stellenbosch)
- Piper Aerostar display
- Airborne armed response and medevac demonstration (First for Stellenbosch)
- Working on Fire demonstration
World renowned air show commentator Brian Emmenis and Capital Sounds will bring you informative and entertaining commentary and food and refreshments will be available throughout the day.
Food and refreshments
A wide variety of food vendors will ensure that you can have a meal to your liking. Stellenbrau will be serving their products in the beer tent and a number of wine producers from the area will have their produce available for tasting and sale. Remember… cash is king at air shows.
Getting there and getting in
The show takes place on the Stellenbosch Airfield, Aerodrome road, off the R44 between Stellenbosch and Somerset West.
Gates open for spectators at 0800 with visiting aircraft of various descriptions flying in until the emergency cavalcade procession at 1015 where after the show will be opened by the skydivers
Tickets are available online at Webticket at R150 for adults and R100 for children. Under four years old enter for free. Numbers are limited and very few tickets will be available at the gate so get yours online early.
Flying in
Aviators are welcome to fly in and are required to register their intention to do so by emailing airshow@stelfly.co.za or by whatsapp to the club GM Anton Theart on 0798734567. Due to limited space the cutoff for fly-in registration is 19 March and all aircraft flying in are required to be on the ground and parked by 09 00 on the day of the event. The normal FASH joining procedure as published on the club website at www.stelfly.co.za is to be followed and ATC instructions should be listened for on the airfield frequency which is 119.3. Parking will be in the visitor’s area and you should bring your own tow bar for ground handling. All arriving pilots and their passengers are required to pay the normal R150 per person entrance fee by purchasing a ticket on Webtickets before arriving.
Those wishing to fly in the day before and camp on the field may do so for a fee of R200 which is payable on arrival. Bring your own tent to camp under the wing of your aircraft. Ablutions and braai facilities will be available.
Departures will be permitted after the completion of the display program from 16 00
Stellenbosch Airshow 2019 What to expect
Stellenbosch Airshow 2019
Dubbed FASHKOSH, a play on Stellenbosch’s official airfield name FASH and OSHKOSH, the single biggest airshow and gathering of aviation enthusiasts in the world which takes place annually at Oshkosh Wisconsin in the USA, the 2019 Stellenbosch Airshow takes place on the 23rd of March and promises to be bigger, louder and more exciting than in previous years.
Friday 22nd March is a practice day for the participating pilots and the Stellenbosch Flying Club will host a youth development day with around 200 learners from local schools attending where they will have the opportunity to gain first hand insights into possible careers in aviation. They will also be able to get up close to the participating pilots and aircraft, in particular the South African Airforce.
The program for show day provides non-stop adrenalin and entertainment with some of the highlights of the show being the South African Airforce Silver Falcons, a Boeing 737 airliner flypast, the first public display in South Africa of the Pilatus PC24 small business jet and for the first time in the Western Cape a skydiver will jump with the biggest South African flag ever to fly. Team Extreme will thrill with their precision formation aerobatics display, and Working on Fire will demonstrate it’s capable team of firefighting helicopters and fixed wing aircraft that have been seen hard at work around the Cape over the last few weeks. These are but a few of the exciting aircraft to be seen on the day.
World renowned airshow commentator Brian Emmenis and Capital Sounds will bring you informative and entertaining commentary and food and refreshments will be available throughout the day.
Gates open for spectators at 0800 with visiting aircraft of various descriptions flying in until the emergency cavalcade procession at 1015 whereafter the show will be opened by the skydivers
Tickets are available online at Webticket at R150 for adults and R100 for children. Under four years old enter for free. Numbers are limited and very few tickets will be available at the gate so get yours online early.
Click here to get your tickets online
Stellenbosch AirShow Program 2019
Wide spread that covers most of the flying disciplines. From paragliders gliders, helo’s, business jets, fighter jets, formation team extreme aerobatics, competition aerobatics, flag jumps, gyro planes, model aircraft, simulated firefighting, simulated armed response and medivac, warbirds, new types on market.
A few not normally seen in the Western Cape. (Hidden in the program are a number of firsts at Stellenbosch.)
Below is subject to availability of aircraft & crew and is not in display order
- Power Para Gliders
- Large scale model Jets
- Biggest SA Flag skydivers
- SAAF Silver Falcons
- L 39 fighter jet
- Aero Machi Bosbok Ex SAAF
- Glider and Tug display
- Vintage Tiger Moth and Chipmunk display
- Emergency vehicle cavalcade
- Bell 407 Helicopter
- Howard vintage
- Cessna 195 vintage
- Boeing 737 airliner
- “THE HULK” display
- Pilatus PC 24 business jet
- Motor Glider
- Raptors Aerobatic Formation team
- RV Aerobatic solo display
- Gyrocopter M16
- Shock Cub display
- Team Extreme Aerobatic team
- Aviat Husky short field performance (Stellenbosch first female display pilot)
- Nashua Extra 300
- Harvard T6 Display
- Boeing Stearman Aerobatic display
- Black Hawk Helicopter
- Huey helicopter
- Piper Malibu
- Piper Aerostar
- Airborne armed response/ medivac demo
- Working on Fire demonstration
The above is subject to availability of aircraft and crew. Will be updated closer to the event.
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