The Gold Coast Airshow expects record crowds this year, with new partnerships with Gold Coast Airport and Webjet set to boost visitor numbers.
Pacific Airshow Returns to Gold Coast
The highly anticipated three-day Pacific Airshow, a sold-out hit last year among aviation enthusiasts and locals alike, is gearing up for its second year on the Gold Coast.
Set to dazzle audiences with a diverse array of performers from around the world, the event promises exhilarating aerial displays and family-friendly entertainment.
Gold Coast Airport (GCA) will once again serve as the host airport, providing a launchpad for participating aircraft as they take to the skies en route to Surfers Paradise.
Amelia Evans, CEO of Queensland Airports Limited, expressed pride in GCA’s continued partnership with the Pacific Airshow, citing the event’s ability to showcase the Gold Coast as a premier destination and highlight the diverse career opportunities within the aviation industry.
New Partnerships
As part of the event’s expansion, Webjet has joined forces with GCA and the Pacific Airshow, offering discounted flights to attendees as part of a national marketing campaign aimed at attracting visitors from across the country to the Gold Coast.
David Galt, CEO of Webjet OTA, emphasised the company’s excitement in supporting Queensland’s premier events and fostering community spirit through aviation-themed experiences.
Mark Galbraith, Partnerships Manager for the Pacific Airshow, hailed the GCA and Webjet partnership as a significant boost for the event, noting the support’s potential to enhance attendee enjoyment and event success.
The collaboration underscores the scale and significance of the Pacific Airshow, further solidifying its status as a must-attend event on the Gold Coast calendar.
In addition to thrilling aerial performances, the event will feature the return of GCA’s popular Plane Spotters’ Competition, providing aviation enthusiasts with an exclusive opportunity to interact with aircraft and performers up close.
Galbraith emphasised the event’s commitment to community engagement, citing activities like the plane spotters’ competition as key elements in fostering a sense of unity and passion for aviation.
Scheduled from August 16 to 18, the Pacific Airshow promises three days of adrenaline-fueled aviation action.
Tickets to the performance zone are currently on sale, offering spectators front-row seats to all the excitement.
Further details regarding flight promotions, aircraft lineups, and competitions will be announced as the event approaches.
For those eager to experience the thrill of the Pacific Airshow Gold Coast, tickets are available for purchase at pacificairshow.com.
Stay tuned for updates on what promises to be an unforgettable aviation extravaganza.
News source and featured image: Gold Coast Airport website
