A series of spectacular battlefield re-enactments will provide a unique dimension to Airshow 2015.
These ground warfare scenarios will be in keeping with the event’s observance of the centenary of Anzac.
Battle sequences will be staged on a number of “historic combat zones” on a large tract to the east of the main Avalon runway.
The scenarios will include trench warfare (World War One), desert and European campaigns (World War Two) and other sections focusing on, Vietnam and the Gulf War.
Re-enactment groups from throughout the state will gather at Avalon for the occasion.
Members of the Australian Great War Association will stage a World War One battle complete with trenches, period weaponry, heavy equipment and soldiers in authentic uniform.
The Light Horse Museum will host a captivating display including weapons, field artillery, photographs, memorabilia and a fully decked out field hospital.
The Geelong Military Re-enactment Group will take part in the recreation of the Battle of Brellos Pass (Greece April 1941) complete with German and Australian artillery and assorted heavy vehicles
including two German Panzer tanks.
This 20 minute performance will be presented twice daily and can be viewed from a grandstand adjacent the battlefield.
Members of the Commemorative History Society will provide equipment and uniformed troops for a living display on war in the Pacific.
The Victorian Military Vehicle Corps will supply a vast array of wartime machinery including tanks and heavy armour.
The Corps will present four campaign displays reflecting the two World Wars and the Gulf War.
Airshow 2015 will also feature a stunning array of military aircraft from the birth of Anzac to the present day.
A series of unforgettable flying displays will pay tribute to the heroes of the sky in the centenary year of the Gallipoli landings.
The Airshow consists of four trade days and three public sessions. It will be staged at Avalon Airport(Vic) between 24 February and 1 March with the final three days, 27 February to 1 March, open to
the public
