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French Flyair Air Show

The French Flyair Air Show is a free three-day aviation festival held in Menton from August 28 to 30, 2026. The event features an aviation village on the Esplanade Francis Palmero and culminates in a major aerial display over Menton Bay featuring the Patrouille de France.

Date
Aug 28-30, 2026
Location
Menton
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French Flyair Air Show

Event summary

Highlights

  • Aerobatic performances by the world-renowned Patrouille de France
  • Interactive flight simulators and aircraft displays at the Aviation Village
  • Tactical flight demonstration by the A400M military aircraft
  • Aviation photography and model exhibition at the Palais de l’Europe
Taking place from Friday, August 28, to Sunday, August 30, 2026, the French Flyair Air Show is a large-scale public event co-organized by the City of Menton, the local Tourist Office, and Bleuciel Airshow. Now in its second edition, the festival transforms the Menton seafront into a hub for aviation enthusiasts and families, attracting tens of thousands of visitors to the French Riviera.

The festival center is the Aviation Village at Esplanade Francis Palmero, which hosts interactive flight simulators, aircraft displays, and meet-and-greet sessions with members of the French Air and Space Force. Additionally, the Palais de l’Europe hosts a free exhibition dedicated to aviation photography and model aircraft.

The event’s main attraction occurs on Sunday afternoon over the Baie du Soleil. Visible from the pedestrianized Promenade du Soleil, the air show features high-precision maneuvers by the Patrouille de France, the French Aerobatic Team, the Epsilon Team, and a tactical demonstration by the A400M military transport aircraft. Local authorities implement significant maritime and traffic restrictions to accommodate the large crowds and ensure performance safety.

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