The skies above Menton will roar to life this summer as French Fly Air makes its high-octane debut on the Riviera. From 1st to 3rd August, aviation enthusiasts and families can enjoy a rare close-up of France’s elite pilots and aircraft, culminating in a spectacular aerial display over the Mediterranean on Sunday 3rd August.
Held along the Promenade du Soleil, the highlight of French Fly Air will be a dazzling afternoon of aerobatic demonstrations, headlined by the world-renowned Patrouille de France and the Equipe de Voltige de l’Armée de l’Air et de l’Espace. With barrel rolls, loops, and precision formations set against the stunning coastal backdrop, this free event promises to be one of the most thrilling spectacles of the summer.
Before the main event, the Village Aéronautique on Esplanade Francis-Palmero will offer hands-on fun for aviation lovers young and old. Running from 1st to 3rd August, it will give visitors the chance to dive into the fascinating world of flight through exhibits, activities and encounters with the pilots themselves.
A chance to meet the men and women behind the machines
Beyond the jaw-dropping manoeuvres, French Fly Air also offers an exceptional opportunity to meet the elite pilots of the French Air and Space Force. Visitors will be able to speak with the aviators, learn about their training, missions and aircraft, and experience the passion that fuels these icons of the French military.
Drawing dreams for the skies
In a special touch, children are invited to take part in the event by submitting drawings of their dream flight – be it soaring through stars or gliding over snow-capped peaks. The most imaginative artworks will be presented directly to the Patrouille de France and Voltige pilots during the event. Submissions are open until 31st July at the Menton Tourist Office on Rue Boyer.
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