{
  "id": 4939240,
  "title": "Torre del Mar Air Show roars back this weekend with 33 aircraft and new Mirlo Formation",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/torre-del-mar-air-show-roars-back-this-weekend-with-33-aircraft-and",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-01T21:02:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Euro Weekly News",
    "slug": "euro-weekly-news",
    "url": "https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/09/01/torre-del-mar-air-show-roars-back-this-weekend-with-33-aircraft-and-new-mirlo-formation/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Torre del Mar International Air Show is set to return this weekend, promising a weekend of exhilarating aerial displays and parachute jumps for aviation enthusiasts. From Friday, September 4 to Sunday, September 6, more than 33 aircraft, including military and civilian pilots from Spain, Portugal, and the UK, will participate in the event. The main display is scheduled for Sunday above the beachfront, while the new Mirlo Formation flying Pilatus PC-21 aircraft will make its early public appearance, captivating spectators with its impressive formation. Military displays will feature the Eurofighter C-16, A400M transport aircraft, NH90 helicopter, Patrulla ASPA, and PAPEA parachute display team, among others. Civilian displays will showcase paramotor flying, autogyros, light aircraft, and aerobatics, with international pilots and teams. The popular Sunset Air Show will take place on Saturday evening, starting around 8pm and running until approximately 10pm. Sunday will host the main event with around 19 operational blocks between 11:30am and 3:15pm to 3:30pm. The free event offers a variety of activities, including aerobatics, pilot poster signings, and aviation stalls, adding to the program. Due to its popularity, accommodation in Torre del Mar is reportedly fully booked for the September 4-6 weekend, indicating the festival's appeal to visitors. Organizers moved the air show to September to extend the tourist season, expecting tourists to spend on hotels, restaurants, and shops. Visitors are advised to check the official program before traveling, as timing may change.",
  "summary": "Torre del Mar is preparing for a weekend of roaring engines, aerial aerobatic displays and parachute jumps as its International […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Torre del Mar Air Show returns September 4-6 with 33 aircraft",
    "New Mirlo Formation flying Pilatus PC-21 debuts publicly",
    "Military and civilian displays include Eurofighter, NH90, parachute team"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}