The “Russian Knights” aerobatic team performance did not allow anyone to take their eyes off the sky even for a moment. It is the only aerobatic team in the entire world that has a team of fourth-generation Sukoi 27 aircraft. This was their first performance in India and the patterns they formed with the stunts were the highlights of the show.
“The Russian Knights aerobatics were magnificent! Their co-ordination was the best,” said Pratap Karan Suhaas, a 10-year-old, class 4 student at the Army Public school. “It looked extremely dangerous. The aircraft was blue, white, and red, resembling Russia’s national flag. My father, all my friends, and I enjoyed it the most.”
Another round of daring feats were performed by Red Bull’s Zlin 50LX single-engine, single-seat aircrafts from the Czech Republic. They were extraordinary throughout the five days, with their colorful sheen.
“It was amazing. They made fascinating formations, especially when they [flew] upside-down, and toward each other, like they would crash into each other,” said Sejal Kulkarni, a 14-year-old girl at the airshow.
The 10th event is set for Feb. 18, 2015. Although the wait may be long, people will welcome the show again with equal zeal.
