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A unique competition in Europe featuringItalian and Internationals’ Hot Air and Gas Balloons, aimed at promoting values, skills, and traditions of the Aeronautica Militare (Italian Air Force).
The event includes flyovers of various types of aircraft, exhibitions of airplanes, tethered flights with hot air balloons, and other fun activities, such as kids’ workshops, airplane simulations, a sponsors’ village, and food trucks.
This event is tied to the emotions, ecology, fantasy, history, and culture of flight, both in Italy and globally. It is an excellent opportunity to showcase the latest initiatives of the Italian Air Force in the fields of research and aerospace.
The Aeronautica Militare Balloon Cup was also created to support the activities of Valore Paese Italia, with the chance to highlight, from the sky, the beauty and charm of our nation.
A location of big spaces and services: the event will take place at the spacious and well-equipped San Damiano military airport, located in the municipality of San Giorgio Piacentino, where in 2024, a fascinating flying museum project was launched. This museum will feature exhibitions of historical aircraft and displays illustrating the activities related to aircraft maintenance.