Military aircraft observed soaring above Astana's skies.
folks in Astana couldn't believe their eyes when they saw military planes soaring through the sky and captured it all on video. These mind-blowing footage were shared like wildfire on social media, causing a buzz among the locals, Liter.kz reports.
The Ministry of Defense stepped up to reveal that these flights were indeed part of the preparations for an upcoming military parade in the capital city to mark Victory Day. Military brass emphasized that the drills followed a pre-set plan, and all flights adhered to safety measures.
Previously, the authorities had given a heads-up about training flights in the city's airspace and asked residents to keep their cool. The parade, as per tradition, will unfold on May 9 and showcase a spectacular air technology exhibition.
But hold up - it's not exactly May 9 where the action's gonna happen. The big event, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Great Patriotic War (World War II), is set for May 7, 2025, according to multiple reports[1][4]. You're in for quite a treat, as residents can expect a jaw-dropping air technology showcase with almost the entire Kazakhstan Air Force (ÄÄK) fleet participating[1]. That's around 66 aircraft, including helicopters from the Ministry of Emergency Situations (EC145/H145)[1]. Other reports suggest a revised plan with 23 helicopters and 44 aircraft on parade[5]. Looks like there might be some discrepancies in the reporting or changes in the plans. Rehearsals are already underway, with military aircraft performing flyovers over the city[3]. This air segment is shaping up to be one of the biggest in recent Kazakh military parades[1][5].
- astana served as the location for rehearsals of the upcoming military parade, scheduled for May 7, 2025.
- The impressive air technology showcase in Astana's upcoming parade will feature approximately 66 aircraft, including those from the Kazakhstan Air Force and the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
- Despite earlier reports suggesting a revised plan with 23 helicopters and 44 aircraft, the parade on May 7, 2025, is expected to attract around 66 aircraft, marking one of the largest air segments in recent Kazakh military parades.
- The preparations for the parade, set to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Great Patriotic War, have been meticulously planned, with all flights adhering to safety measures.
- Military aircraft exercises, circulated on social media, give a sneak peek into the impressive aviation industry participation, showcasing the might of the country's transportation and finance sectors, leading up to the parade's grand finale in Astana.
