If you missed seeing the original series of the Philippine International Hot Air Balloon that did not happen last year, wait no further. Because it’s nearing the celebration this coming February 12, 2015. Still happening at the same place, the Clarkfield in Pampanga.
If you want to see this, the show normally starts at 6am in the morning where the ceremonial lighting of the balloons and the sky jump of the Philippine Air Force parachute team with the Philippine Flag. So if you are not leaving nearby, the best approach would be stay in a hotel or camp out in the fields. This has been the case of many families who want to see these shows. Make sure you pack complete but light since parking will be very far away from the exhibition point.
During our presscon at the Hangar of Air Ads last year, Capt. Joy Roa, signed a 3-year MOA with with the Department of Tourism, Clark Development Corporation, the Clark International Airport Authority and the Bases Conversion Development Authority.
So what are we going to expect this year?
What to expect on the 19th PIHABF 2015
Breathtaking performances will included gathering of aviation’s finest from the Philippines and the world. Attendees next year can look forward to non-stop flying activities from kite flying to radio control fliers from electric to turbine jets coming from regions like Dumaguete, Bacolod and Davao.
Paramotors from different parts of the world doing exhibition and formation flying. The public can also look forward to sky diving demonstrations and a chance to do tandem jumping. Ultralight and microlight aircraft will be performing formation flying and holding fun flying competitions.
Rally of private planes and helicopters in the air to hone their flying and navigational skills.
An aerobatic formation team will once again be invited to demonstrate a heart-stopping aerobatic show.
There will also be a bigger display of local aviation schools for increased public awareness on aviation opportunities in the Philippines.
The Aviator of the Year Award will once again be awarded to pilots who have made outstanding contributions in upgrading the standards of safety and aviation interests in their regions.
Here are some of the photos last 2013 for the 18th PIHABF. For the 17th PIHABF in 2012, please click here.
