Part 1: Aircraft formation rehearses ahead of national celebration | Vietnam Today

Technical, logistical, communication, and meteorological support were all checked, guaranteeing a successful rehearsal.

On the second round of lights, each helicopter carried a large party flag or a national flag.

Flags must be secured safely for takeoff and landing

Each flag must match the correct design and the hooks, release points and locks must be firmly fixed

We technicians must ensure control and safety for every mission.

After preparations were complete, the flag bearing formation took off.

Around 10:05 am local time, they entered the Ba Dinh area.

This is when all aircraft must maintain distance, altitude, formation, and order while passing the square.

For helicopters, wind has a big impact.

Crews must closely monitor weather conditions in the terrain throughout the flight.

Maintaining formation requires constant coordination with the lead, paying attention to spacing and ensuring the formation is synchronized.

Su-30MK2s, Yak-130s, CASA transport planes, and L-39NG trainers also carried out formation flights.

This is my first time flying over Ba Dinh Square.

It is both moving and deeply honorable for me.

I will give my utmost effort to ensure safe and successful flights.

With sophisticated planning and training, elite pilots would continue practicing over the skies of the capital in the leadup to the national celebration,

ensuring spectacular displays that demonstrate the strength of Vietnam's Air Defense Air Force Service.