Air Show, Miramar, San Diego, California, United States

An air show is an event at which aviators display their flying skills and the capabilities their aircraft to spectators in aerobatics. Air shows without aerobatic displays, having only aircraft displayed parked on the ground, are called "static air shows".
Some air shows are held as a business venture or as a trade event where aircraft, avionics and other services are promoted to potential customers. Many air shows are held in support local, national or military charities. Military air firms ten organise air shows at military airfields as a public relations exercise to thank the local community, promote military careers and raise the prile the military.
Air show "seasons" vary around the world. Whereas the United States enjoys a long season that generally runs from March to November, other areas ten have much shorter seasons. The European season usually starts in late April or Early May and is usually over by mid October. The Middle East, Australia and New Zealand hold their events between January and March. However, for many acts the "f season" does not mean a period inactivity, they use time for maintenance and practice.