The Royal Air Force Falcons Parachute Display Team has launched its 2024 display season in front of a home crowd at RAF Brize Norton, performing their fantastic aerial display under red, white and blue canopies.
Jumping from an A400M Atlas aircraft, they landed on the base's sports pitches watched by local schoolchildren, friends and family.
After the jump, which happened in grey conditions, the team spoke to an excited crowd of children on the ground.
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The day marked the first time the Falcons have jumped in front of the public after gaining their Public Display Authority, officially kicking off their display season.
The Falcons are the UK’s premier military parachute display team, based at RAF Brize Norton.
They display at venues all over Britain and Europe throughout the year.
They have performed many times for the Royal Family and heads of state and set records and introduced many exciting innovations into formation skydiving.
Their busy display schedule includes an appearance at Abingdon Air Show on May 18.
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