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From September 6th to 7th, AIRPOWER24 took place for the 11th time at Hinterstoisser Air Base in Zeltweg under the motto “Flying. Freedom. Enthusiasm”. “The enthusiasm of our visitors was palpable for all of us on these two days – for example the long applause after our ‘Argonauts’ display and during numerous other displays, such as the dogfight between the two Eurofighters. I am delighted that we as organizers, together with our partners Red Bull and the state of Styria, were able to generate so many enthusiastic reactions and so much joy here in Zeltweg! I would also like to thank my entire project team, who did a great job here,” explains Major General Gerfried Promberger, overall manager of AIRPOWER24 and Commander of the Austrian Air Force, in a press conference at the end of AIRPOWER24.
Significant impulse for the Murtal
The AIRPOWER weekend brings added value of around 10 million euros to Styria due to the additional demand in the areas of tourism, leisure, trade and gastronomy. “The AIRPOWER is a success story for the Murtal and Styria. Europe’s largest air show gives us the opportunity to put Styria in an international showcase as a tourism destination and technology location. Tens of thousands of guests generate additional overnight stays and the involvement of local companies ensures enormous regional added value,” says State Minister for Economic Affairs and Tourism Barbara Eibinger-Miedl.
Prieler: “High training value achieved!”
“The AIRPOWER24 was visited by a total of 250,000 visitors here at the event site over the two days of the event. Yesterday, despite adverse weather conditions, 100,000 guests visited us; today, in perfect conditions, there were 150,000 visitors. One thing is very important to stress: the AIRPOWER24 is by no means an event of the Austrian Air Force alone, but of almost all areas of the Austrian Armed Forces and the Central Office. With their thorough preparation and implementation, all of the associations and forces of the land and air forces involved are creating the conditions for an unprecedented major event, namely Europe’s largest air show. Just one comparison: Over the last few days, we have jointly organized the logistical basis for the quantitative influx of the population from all over Salzburg into a city with almost 7,000 inhabitants – and this also in important sub-areas such as sanitation, catering, waste management and medical care. AIRPOWER24 represents a high training value for the deployed militia, the medical service and the logistics of the Federal Army!”, says Brigadier Wolfgang Prieler, project manager of AIRPOWER24, presenting the official visitor numbers of AIRPOWER24.
Europe’s largest air show was planned down to the smallest detail over a period of more than a year. A total of around 6,200 employees were deployed at this year’s air show, of which 3,793 were from the Federal Ministry of Defense, 3,351 of whom were soldiers, including 846 from the militia. More than 300 people were employed in the medical care sector, including 75 doctors and 190 paramedics.
Riedmann: “I saw many laughing, happy and amazed faces!”
“Two wonderful days at AIRPOWER24 are coming to an end for us. We often call it a ‘home game in the Murtal’, but it is much more than that – it is two days of demonstrations at the very highest level. AIRPOWER24 is a real celebration of aviation, and you can tell that from the joy and enthusiasm of the spectators. When we look out of the cockpit and see a sea of fans – including many families on picnic blankets and deck chairs – then that is something very special for us too. These are impressions that you never forget and the positive response from the spectators is the greatest reward for us Flying Bulls. On behalf of Red Bull and the Flying Bulls, I would like to thank our partners – the Austrian Armed Forces and the State of Styria – for the great cooperation in the run-up and of course at AIRPOWER24. And of course once again to our fans: Thank you very, very much!” said Raimund Riedmann, Flying Bulls.
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AIRPOWER24: A Weekend of Flying, Freedom, and Enthusiasm
The 11th edition of AIRPOWER24, Europe’s largest air show, took place on September 6th and 7th at Hinterstoisser Air Base in Zeltweg, Austria, under the motto “Flying. Freedom. Enthusiasm”. The two-day event was a resounding success, attracting a total of 250,000 visitors from all over the world. This year’s air show was a celebration of aviation, featuring dazzling aerial displays from the Flying Bulls, Red Bull Skydive Team, and more [[2]].
Major General Gerfried Promberger, overall manager of AIRPOWER24 and Commander of the Austrian Air Force, expressed his delight at the enthusiastic response from visitors, citing the long applause after the ’Argonauts’ display and the dogfight between the two Eurofighters [[1]]. The event would not have been possible without the collaboration between the Austrian Air Force, Red Bull, and the state of Styria.
The AIRPOWER weekend brought significant economic benefits to the region, generating an added value of around 10 million euros due to increased demand in tourism, leisure, trade, and gastronomy [[3]]. State Minister for Economic Affairs and Tourism Barbara Eibinger-Miedl hailed AIRPOWER as a success story for the Murtal and Styria, showcasing the region as a tourism destination and technology location.
Brigadier Wolfgang Prieler, project manager of AIRPOWER24, highlighted the high training value achieved by the deployed militia, medical service, and logistics of the Federal Army. The event required meticulous planning and implementation, involving around 6,200 employees, including 3,793 from the Federal Ministry of Defense and 300 in the medical care sector.
The air show was a testament to the joy and enthusiasm of the spectators, with visitors of all ages marveling at the aerial displays. As Riedmann, a participant, remarked, “I saw many laughing, happy, and amazed faces!” [[1]].
AIRPOWER24 is not just an event, but a celebration of aviation, freedom, and enthusiasm. The next edition is already being planned, and enthusiasts from around the world are eagerly looking forward to it.
Key Facts:
Date: September 6th and 7th, 2024
Location: Hinterstoisser Air Base, Zeltweg, Austria
Visitors: 250,000
Employees: 6,200
Medical Care Personnel: 300 (including 75 doctors and 190 paramedics)
Economic Impact: 10 million euros added value to Styria
Social Media:
Follow AIRPOWER on Instagram [[1]], Facebook [[3]], and Red Bull [[2]]for the latest updates, photos, and videos from the event.
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AIRPOWER24: Europe’s Largest Airshow Takes Flight in Zeltweg, Austria
From September 6th to 7th, AIRPOWER24, Europe’s largest airshow, took place for the 11th time at Hinterstoisser Air Base in Zeltweg, Austria, under the motto “Flying. Freedom. Enthusiasm” [[2]]. The event, which featured dazzling aerial displays from the Flying Bulls, Red Bull Skydive Team, and more, attracted a massive crowd of 250,000 visitors over the two days, with 100,000 guests on the first day despite adverse weather conditions and 150,000 on the second day in perfect conditions[[[[] [[3]]].
The AIRPOWER weekend brought significant added value of around 10 million euros to Styria, driven by the additional demand in areas such as tourism, leisure, trade, and gastronomy[[[[]]. As State Minister for Economic Affairs and Tourism Barbara Eibinger-Miedl noted, “The AIRPOWER is a success story for the Murtal and Styria. Europe’s largest air show gives us the opportunity to put Styria in an international showcase as a tourism destination and technology location.”
The event required meticulous planning and preparation, with a total of around 6,200 employees deployed, including 3,793 from the Federal Ministry of Defense and 3,351 soldiers, including 846 from the militia. Additionally, more than 300 people were employed in the medical care sector, including 75 doctors and 190 paramedics. Brigadier Wolfgang Prieler, project manager of AIRPOWER24, highlighted the high training value achieved through the event, stating, “AIRPOWER24 represents a high training value for the deployed militia, the medical service, and the logistics of the Federal Army!”
The enthusiasm of the visitors was palpable, with long applause after displays such as the “Argonauts” and dogfight between the two Eurofighters. Major General Gerfried Promberger, overall manager of AIRPOWER24 and Commander of the Austrian Air Force, expressed his delight at the event’s success, saying, “I am delighted that we as organizers, together with our partners Red Bull and the state of Styria, were able to generate so many enthusiastic reactions and so much joy here in Zeltweg!”
Riedmann, another key figure involved in the event, shared his experience, stating, “I saw many laughing, happy, and amazed faces! Two wonderful days at AIRPOWER24 are coming to an end for us. We often call it a ‘home game in the Murtal’, but it is much more than that – it is two days of demonstrations at the very highest level.”
For aviation enthusiasts and those interested in witnessing the thrill of aerial displays, AIRPOWER24 is an unmissable event. With its rich history, stunning performances, and significant economic benefits, it’s no wonder that AIRPOWER24 has become Europe’s largest airshow.
