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Take a line up of classic and modern fast jets, plus a few prop display teams, add the Swiss mountains and you've got the Breitling Sion Air Show. Its the first time the show's been staged since 2011 and it did not disappoint one bit with all sorts to see framed by the stunning scenery around. Whilst we had tickets for the show days it was decided that two of the days should be spent on the surrounding mountain sides to try to capture the backdrops as best we could. This was mainly due to there being a 500ft restriction on the flying display heights which would have meant a lot of the displays would be against the sky instead of the mountains from the actual base itself. A lot of time spent studying maps and a bit of luck meant some of the passes were just perfect, although some were still a long way away. Here's just a small selection which I'll more than likely add to over the coming days (you have been warned ).

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FAF Rafale C 4-GL Sion 4 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

2.
Belgian F-16 Solo Display Sion 1 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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FAF Rafale C 4-GL Sion 6 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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FAF Rafale C 4-GL Sion 5 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Hawker Hunter T68 J-4201 Sion 1 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Frecce Tricolori Sion 1 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Hawker Hunter Mk58 'Papyrus' J-4015 & T68 J-4201 Sion 1 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Hungarian Gripen C Sion 1 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Swiss Diamonds Sion 1 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

Thanks for looking.

Martin

Great set of images in a fantastic backdrop

That first Hunter shot........

Fantastic set of pictures. I am looking forward to next set of shots. Thank you for sharing.

Stunning. More please

Stunning! Breathtaking! I loved visiting Switzerland but sadly never to an airshow. Great photos.

Thanks guys. OK so a few more for now.

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De Havilland Vampire T55 U-1208 Sion 1 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Breitling Jet Team Sion 1 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Frecce Tricolori Sion 7 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Swiss Mirage III J-2012 Sion 3 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

Stunning set. Loving the Hunters and the Mirage!

Cheers again. Here's some more (sorry I can't resist).
14.
Bronco OV-10 Sion 3 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Hawker Hunter T68 J-4201 Sion 3 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Swiss F-18C J-5019 Sion 1 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Swiss F-18C J-5019 Sion 5 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Swiss F-18C J-5019 Sion 7 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

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Frecce Tricolori Sion 9 by Martin Brown, on Flickr

Once again, fantastic shots. Thank you for sharing.

All absolutely magic! Top drawer. Shot 18 is interesting, being able to see the shockwave. Stunning scenery, great subject matter - top post!

Not every image has to be aircrAft in full frame and these just prove that theory. Always lovely to see the wider picture when you have scenery like that. Incredible

Wow great shots at a stunning setting