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9am - 4pm
All ages
Join us for a celebration of all-things aviation, rail and autos in the City of Ipswich, at the birthplace of rail in Queensland.
Why not make a weekend of it, the full 2023 Planes, Trains and Autos festival program runs from Friday, 28 April to Monday 1 May and includes exciting events such as Round 3 of the Australian Superbike Championship at Queensland Raceway, Queensland Auto Spectacular at Willowbank Raceway, and Queensland Retro Picnic and Car Display.
Aerobatic displays
High energy aerobatic displays by reigning Red Bull Air Race world champion and former Royal Australian Air Force top gun pilot, Matt Hall.
Approximate display time: 11:30am and 2:30pm
Aerial displays will be announced over the PA 10 minutes prior to starting. All Flying is subject to change due to weather, operational requirements and other aviation considerations.
Formation fly-pasts
See Red Thunder warbird formation fly-pasts featuring multiple aircraft undertaking manoevres.
Approximate display time: 10:30am and 1:30pm
Aerial displays will be announced over the PA 10 minutes prior to starting. All Flying is subject to change due to weather, operational requirements and other aviation considerations.
RAAF Amberley
One Royal Australian Air Force EA-18G Growler aircraft from No. 6 Squadron at RAAF Base Amberley will conduct a fly-past.
Approximate display time: 12:00pm
Flying is subject to change, including short notice cancellation, due to variables such as air traffic control requirements, weather, and operational availability.
RAAF Amberley
One Royal Australian Air Force C-27J Spartan aircraft from No. 35 Squadron at RAAF Base Amberley will conduct a fly-past.
Approximate display time: 12:30pm
Flying is subject to change, including short notice cancellation, due to variables such as air traffic control requirements, weather, and operational availability.
For more information visit planestrainsautos.com.au
Cost:
Early bird tickets:
Adult $6
Concession $5
Child 3-15 years $5
Family (2 Adults + 3 Children) $20
Under 3 years Free (requires ticket)
Museum Members Free (no ticket required, show Annual Pass card at the gate)
Tickets purchased on the day:
Adults $10
Concession $7
Children 3 – 15 years $7
Family (2 Adults + 3 Children) $30
Under 3 years Free (requires ticket)
Museum Members Free (no ticket required, show Annual Pass card at the gate)
Tickets on sale 10am Thursday 16 March.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the Ticket Office on the day.
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