SWEDISH AIR FORCE CENTENARY, Malmen AFB, 20-23.08.2026

The Swedish Air Force boasts one of the most interesting fleets in Europe, consisting largely of aircraft designed and manufactured domestically. Their design is tailored to Sweden's specific geography and climate, resulting in unique aircraft that incorporate a number of unconventional engineering solutions. Consequently, the airshow marking the Swedish military aviation centenary was an event not to be missed. It took place at Malmen Airbase, a site of great historical significance to the Swedish Air Force. As the hosts have spent years maintaining and restoring vintage Swedish-built aircraft, we had the opportunity to see Swedish planes ranging from the dawn of aviation to the present day — both in the air and on the ground.

75th ANNIVERSARY, Bezmer AFB, 05.10.2026

October 5th of this year marked the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Bezmer Air Base. Also this year on October 23rd the 40th anniversary of the first flight of a Su-25 bearing Bulgarian markings is being celebrated. To mark these two occasions, a commemorative event was held at the air base, featuring a formation lineup, a service of blessing, welcoming speeches, an awards ceremony, and demonstration flights.

TRANSPORTATION OF REMAINS OF TSAR SAMUEL, Sofia, 03.10.2026

On 3rd October 2026 the human remains of Bulgarian Tsar Samuel were transported by Bulgarian Air Force C-27J Spartan transport aircraft from Thessaloniki to Sofia. In Bulgarian airspace they were escorted by one pair of MiG-29 and one of F-16. The formation overflew the city center of Sofia.

AGAINST THE FIRE, Balkan mountain, Bulgaria, 12.09.2026

On 12th September we have got two AS-532AL Cougar of Bulgarian Air Force firefighting on the South slope of Balkan mountain next to the village Dimovtsi. Both helicopters helped the ground firefighting staff to prevent burning of the village as this was the second day they were involved.

95th ANNIVERSARY HELLENIC AIR FORCE, Piraeus, 10.05.2026

The 95th anniversary of the Hellenic Air Force was celebrated over the Piraeus coastline with an hour-long air show on 10 May. Part of the show consisted of a flyover of groups of aircraft, while at the end the Daedalus (T-6 Texan II) and Zeus (F-16 Block 52+) demonstration teams presented their full program. The Greek hosts took advantage of the international exercise Tiger Meet 2026 being held at the nearby Araxos airbase and a large group of participants flew over the audience. The British Red Arrows demonstration group, which was in Greece at the same time for a training period, also made several flyovers in full formation.