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Friday, September 20, 2024

Airpower 2023: Security and Spectacle

Published: 2024-09-05

The "Airpower" air show in Zeltweg, Steiermark, is set to welcome up to 300,000 visitors on September 6th and 7th, marking its 11th edition.

This event comes just a month after the cancellation of Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna due to terror threats, highlighting the importance of security.

The military has implemented stringent safety measures, including 250 security checkpoints and thorough bag inspections, to ensure the safety of attendees.

The event is not just an air show but also a significant logistical exercise for the military, involving 6,500 soldiers and additional civilian staff.

Visitors are advised to plan their travel carefully due to expected traffic congestion, with special trains and buses arranged to ease the flow.

Highlights of the show include the debut of the AUA's "Dreamliner" and a unique demonstration of e.

Fuels technology with a BMW and an aircraft.