| United Kingdom |
Royal Air Force Red Arrows Demonstration Team
The Royal Air Force Red Arrows are the official aerobatic display team of the Royal Air Force and are renowned worldwide for their precision flying and dramatic aerial performances. Formed in 1964, the team flies distinctive red BAE Systems Hawk T1 jets, performing complex formations, synchronized maneuvers, and colorful smoke trails that create striking patterns in the sky. The Red Arrows represent the professionalism and skill of the RAF, serving as ambassadors for the United Kingdom while inspiring audiences at airshows and events across the world.
| United States of America |
US Navy Blue Angels Demonstration Team
The Blue Angels are the flight demonstration squadron of the United States Navy, known for their high-speed, tightly coordinated aerobatic displays. Founded in 1946, the team currently flies the Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet, performing breathtaking maneuvers that demonstrate the power and precision of naval aviation. Through performances across the United States and internationally, the Blue Angels showcase the skill, discipline, and teamwork of U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aviators.
United States Air Force Thunderbirds Demonstration Team
The USAF Air Demonstration Squadron (“Thunderbirds”) is the air demonstration squadron of the United States Air Force (USAF). The Thunderbirds are assigned to the 57th Wing, and are based at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The Thunderbirds squadron is an Air Combat Command unit composed of eight pilots (including six demonstration pilots), four support officers, three civilians and more than 130 enlisted personnel performing in 25 career fields.
| France |
Patrouille de France Demonstration Team
The Patrouille de France are the official aerobatic display team of the French Air and Space Force and are among the oldest and most respected display teams in the world. Established in 1953, the team flies Dassault/Dornier Alpha Jet aircraft and is famous for its elegant formations and the distinctive blue, white, and red smoke trails that mirror the colors of the French flag. Through their precise and artistic performances, the Patrouille de France showcase the skill of French military pilots and promote the heritage and excellence of French aviation.
| Spain |
Spanish Air Force Patrulla Aguila Demonstration Team
The Patrulla Águila was the official aerobatic display team of the Spanish Air and Space Force, renowned for its precision flying and colourful aerial demonstrations. Founded in 1985, the team flew the CASA C-101 Aviojet, performing synchronized formations and producing red and yellow smoke trails to represent the Spanish flag. After four decades of service and hundreds of displays around the world, the team performed its final flight on 15 June 2025 at the Aire25 air festival at San Javier Air Base, marking the end of the Patrulla Águila’s operations following the retirement of the C-101 aircraft.
| Switzerland |
Swiss Air Force Patrouille Suisse Demonstration Team
The Patrouille Suisse are the official aerobatic team of the Swiss Air Force. Established in 1964, the team flies the Northrop F-5E Tiger II, performing precise formation flying and dynamic maneuvers that reflect Switzerland’s strong aviation tradition. Their displays combine speed, discipline, and accuracy, showcasing the capabilities and professionalism of Swiss military pilots at events both in Switzerland and abroad.
Swiss Air Force PC-7 Demonstration Team
The Swiss PC-7 Team are a demonstration team of the Swiss Air Force that performs aerobatic displays using turboprop trainer aircraft. Formed in 1989, the team flies the Pilatus PC-7, executing elegant formation maneuvers and synchronized routines. Their performances highlight the precision and training of Swiss military pilots while promoting Switzerland’s strong reputation in aviation and aircraft design.
| Turkey |
Turkish Air Force Turkish Stars Demonstration Team
The Turkish Stars are the official aerobatic display team of the Turkish Air Force. Formed in 1992, the team flies the Northrop F-5, making them one of the few display teams in the world to perform with supersonic jets. Known for their fast-paced routines, tight formations, and dramatic maneuvers, the Turkish Stars demonstrate the skill and professionalism of Turkish military aviators while representing Turkey at international airshows.
| Saudi Arabia |
Royal Saudi Air Force Saudi Hawks Demonstration Team
The Royal Saudi Air Force Hawks Display Team are the official aerobatic demonstration team of the Royal Saudi Air Force. Formed in 1998, the team flies the BAE Systems Hawk, performing coordinated formations and dynamic aerobatic maneuvers during national celebrations and international airshows. Their displays highlight the professionalism and growing capabilities of the Royal Saudi Air Force while representing Saudi Arabia on the global aviation stage.
| Italy |
Italian Air Force Frecce Tricolori Demonstration Team
The Frecce Tricolori are the official aerobatic display team of the Italian Air Force and are renowned for flying the largest military aerobatic formation in the world. Established in 1961, the team flies the Aermacchi MB-339PAN, performing complex formations and dramatic maneuvers while releasing green, white, and red smoke to represent the Italian flag. Through their displays at major airshows across Europe and beyond, the Frecce Tricolori demonstrate the precision, discipline, and heritage of Italian military aviation.
| Croatia |
Croatian Air Force Wings of Storm Demonstration Team
The Wings of Storm are the official aerobatic display team of the Croatian Air Force. Formed in 2004, the team flies the Pilatus PC-9M, performing synchronized formation aerobatics and precision maneuvers. Their displays highlight the professionalism and training of Croatian military pilots while representing Croatia at national celebrations and international airshows.
| Belgium |
Belgian Air Force Red Devils Demonstration Team
The Belgian Red Devils are the aerobatic demonstration team of the Belgian Air Component. Re-established in 2011, the team flies the SIAI-Marchetti SF-260, performing dynamic formation routines and coordinated maneuvers. Their performances showcase the flying skill of Belgian military pilots while continuing a long tradition of Belgian aerobatic display teams.
| Jordan |
Royal Jordanian Falcons Demonstration Team
The Royal Jordanian Falcons are the national aerobatic team of Jordan, operating under the support of the Royal Jordanian Air Force. Founded in 1976, the team flies the Extra 300L, performing close-formation aerobatics and precision maneuvers. Their displays promote aviation excellence in Jordan and represent the country at international airshows around the world.
| South Korea |
Republic of South Korea Air Force Black Eagles Demonstration Team
The Black Eagles are the official display team of the Republic of Korea Air Force. Established in its modern form in 1994, the team flies the KAI T-50 Golden Eagle, performing high-speed formation aerobatics and complex synchronized maneuvers. Their displays highlight the advanced capabilities of South Korea’s aviation industry and the professionalism of its military pilots.
| United Arab Emirates |
United Arab Emirates Air Force Al Fursan Demonstration Team
The Al Fursan are the official aerobatic display team of the United Arab Emirates Air Force. Formed in 2010, the team now flies the Hongdu L-15, replacing the Aermacchi MB-339 after about 15 years of service. The new aircraft were publicly unveiled during the Dubai Airshow 2025, where the team performed its first display with the L-15 in a seven-aircraft formation representing the seven emirates of the UAE. Their performances feature elegant aerobatic formations and smoke trails in the colors of the national flag, showcasing the skill of Emirati pilots and the modern capabilities of the UAE’s military aviation.
| Civil – Latvia |
Baltic Bees Demonstration Team
The Baltic Bees Jet Team are a professional civilian aerobatic team based in Latvia. Founded in 2008, the team flies the Aero L-39 Albatros, performing fast-paced formation aerobatics and dynamic maneuvers at airshows across Europe. Known for their distinctive yellow-and-blue aircraft and energetic displays, the Baltic Bees demonstrate precision jet aerobatics while representing one of the few civilian jet display teams in the world.
| Civil |
Breitling Jet Team Demonstration Team
The Breitling Jet Team was a professional civilian aerobatic display team based in Dijon and operated by Apache Aviation. Formed in 2003, the team flew seven Aero L-39 Albatros aircraft in tightly coordinated formation displays, making it the largest civilian jet aerobatic team in Europe. Known for its sleek black-and-grey aircraft and fast-paced routines, the team performed at major airshows across Europe, the Middle East, and North America before ceasing operations in 2019 after the withdrawal of its title sponsor.
| Finland |
Finnish Air Force Finnish Hawks Demonstration Team
The Midnight Hawks are the official aerobatic display team of the Finnish Air Force. Established in 1997, the team flies the BAE Systems Hawk, performing precise formation aerobatics with four aircraft drawn from the Air Force’s training units. Their displays emphasize smooth formation flying and disciplined maneuvers, showcasing the skill and professionalism of Finnish military pilots at national and international airshows.
| Poland |
Polish Air Force Team Iskry
The Biało-Czerwone Iskry, also known as Team Iskry, was the aerobatic display team of the Polish Air Force. Originating in 1969 under the name “Rombik,” the team flew the PZL TS-11 Iskra, performing formation aerobatics with aircraft painted in red and white to represent the national colors of Poland. After decades of performances across Europe, the team concluded its operations in 2021 following the retirement of the TS-11 Iskra from Polish Air Force service.
Polish Air Force Orlik Demonstration Team
The Orlik Aerobatic Team are the official turboprop aerobatic team of the Polish Air Force. Formed in 1998, the team flies the PZL-130 Orlik, performing coordinated formation maneuvers and dynamic aerobatic routines. Typically operating in a formation of up to seven aircraft, the team represents Poland at international airshows while highlighting the capabilities of Polish-built training aircraft.
| Russia |
Russian Air Force Russian Knights Demonstration Team
The Russian Knights are the premier aerobatic display team of the Russian Air Force. Established on 5 April 1991 at Kubinka Air Base, the team is known for performing complex formation aerobatics with frontline fighter aircraft. Originally flying the Sukhoi Su-27, the team currently operates advanced Sukhoi Su-30SM and Sukhoi Su-35S jets, demonstrating high-performance maneuvers rarely performed by heavy combat aircraft.
