The Jesolo Air Show 2023, the 25th edition of this event, took place on Friday, September 1 (rehearsals) and Saturday, September 2 (main show) starting at 15:00, lasting until about 18:45
. The show was held along the beach in Jesolo, with the best viewing point at the beach in front of Piazza Brescia, but the aerial displays could be seen along the entire Lido di Jesolo coastline
. The 2023 edition celebrated two anniversaries: the 100-year history of the Italian Air Force and the 25th edition of the Jesolo Air Show itself
. The highlight was the performance by the Frecce Tricolori, the Italian national aerobatic team
. Program and Participants:
- The program included a variety of impressive aircraft and aerobatic teams such as:
- Wing Walker with a Stearman biplane
- Patrouille de France
- Swiss Air Force F-18 jets
- HH 139 SAR demonstration
- CAP 231 Italian freestyle aerobatic champion
- Frecce Tricolori
- Mangusta E.I. helicopter
- Disabled pilot aerobatics with CAP 10
- EFA SRV, M346 RSV, C27J RSV
- AW 169 Guardia di Finanza
- AMX from 51 Stormo Istrana
- Fire department helicopter
Additional Details:
- The event was free to attend.
- A swimming ban was enforced on the beach between 15:00 and 19:00 from Piazza Manzoni to Piazza Marina for safety during the show
- Two exhibitions accompanied the event: one starting August 31 showcasing aircraft and simulators, and another on September 1 and 2 focusing on the history of the show and themed stands
- Over 500,000 spectators were expected
This event is one of the most anticipated summer airshows in Italy, combining spectacular aerobatics with a beautiful seaside location
. In summary, the Jesolo Air Show 2023 was held on September 1-2, featured a rich program of international and Italian military and aerobatic aircraft, celebrated important anniversaries, and attracted hundreds of thousands of visitors, with the Frecce Tricolori as the main attraction