German Air Force Releases 2025 Display Team Schedules

Mar 20

Germany – In a striking testament to its evolving capabilities, the German Air Force has released the schedules for its display teams for the 2025 season, marking a significant milestone in its history. Just a few years ago, the German Air Force had no official display teams, a situation that stood in sharp contrast to its European counterparts. Today, it proudly boasts more display teams than most air forces on the continent, with two Eurofighter solo displays, an A400M solo display, and the introduction of a brand-new Tornado solo display. These teams, united under the "Display Team Germany" initiative, reflect a strategic effort to promote the air force and inspire the younger generation to pursue careers in aviation, particularly as the service addresses ongoing pilot shortages. This ambitious expansion is as much about showcasing aerial excellence as it is about building a future for the German Air Force.

The decision to establish these display teams comes at a critical time. With a shortage of qualified pilots posing a challenge to operational readiness, the air force is turning to public engagement as a solution. By bringing the thrill of military aviation to airshows across Europe and beyond, "Display Team Germany" aims to capture the imagination of potential recruits, offering a glimpse into the skill, precision, and excitement that define a career in the skies. The 2025 season promises to be a showcase of this vision, with each team bringing its own unique flair to the international stage.

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Eurofighter Solo Displays: TaktLwG 31 "Boelcke" and TaktLwG 74

At the forefront of this initiative are two Eurofighter solo display teams, each representing a storied Tactical Air Force Wing (TaktLwG). The first hails from TaktLwG 31 "Boelcke," based at Nörvenich Air Base in western Germany. Named after Oswald Boelcke, a revered World War I ace whose tactical innovations shaped modern air combat, this squadron carries a legacy of excellence. Stationed near the Dutch border, Nörvenich plays a vital role in NATO’s air defense framework, making it a fitting home for a display team tasked with representing German aviation prowess. The pilot, known by the callsign "Bambam," will helm the Eurofighter through a demanding schedule in 2025, performing at some of the world’s most prestigious airshows. The season kicks off in France at the International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget from June 16 to 22, followed by a home appearance at Germany’s Tag der Bundeswehr in Bückeburg on June 28. The team will then travel to Hungary for the Kecskemét Air Show and Military Display from August 22 to 24, before heading to Romania for the 15th Bucharest International Air Show (BIAS) from August 30 to 31. September brings performances at the Athens Flying Week in Greece from the 6th to the 7th, the NATO & Czech Air Force Days in Ostrava from the 20th to the 21st, and the Malta International Airshow from the 27th to the 28th.

The second Eurofighter team comes from TaktLwG 74, stationed at Neuburg Air Base in Bavaria. Nestled along the Danube River, Neuburg is strategically positioned to safeguard German airspace, a responsibility the wing has upheld with distinction. The display pilot, callsign "Noble," will take the Eurofighter through an equally impressive lineup of events. The season begins earlier than most, with a performance at the Caslav AFB Open Day in Czechia on May 17. June sees the team at the Antidotum Air Show in Leszno, Poland, from the 20th to the 22nd, followed by another Tag der Bundeswehr appearance in Schleswig/Jagel, Germany, on the 28th. August brings a trip to Denmark for the AB Roskilde Airshow from the 23rd to the 24th, and then to Poland for the International Air Show in Radom from the 30th to the 31st. In September, the team will perform at the EURO FLIGHT TEST in Siegerland, Germany, from the 3rd to the 4th, before closing the season alongside their TaktLwG 31 counterparts at the Malta International Airshow from the 27th to the 28th. Together, these schedules highlight the Eurofighter’s agility and the skill of its pilots, reinforcing Germany’s standing in the global aviation community.

TaktLwG 31 "Boelcke" Schedule:

France, Paris Le Bourget, International Paris Air Show - 16.06.2025 - 22.06.2025
Germany, Bückeburg, Tag der Bundeswehr - 28.06.2025
Hungary, Kecskemét, Air Show and Military Display 2025 - 22.08.2025 - 24.08.2025
Romania, Bucharest, 15th Bucharest International Air Show (BIAS) - 30.08.2025 - 31.08.2025
Greece, Tanagra AFB, Athens Flying Week - 06.09.2025 - 07.09.2025
Czechia, Ostrava, NATO & Czech Air Force Days - 20.09.2025 - 21.09.2025
Malta, Malta International Airshow 2025 - 27.09.2025 - 28.09.2025

TaktLwG 74 Neuburg Schedule:

Czechia, Caslav, Caslav AFB Open Day - 17.05.2025
Poland, Leszno, Antidotum Air Show - 20.06.2025 - 22.06.2025
Germany, Schleswig/Jagel, Tag der Bundeswehr - 28.06.2025
Denmark, Roskilde, AB Roskilde Airshow 2025 - 23.08.2025 - 24.08.2025
Poland, Radom, International Air Show 2025 - 30.08.2025 - 31.08.2025
Germany, Siegerland, EURO FLIGHT TEST - 03.09.2025 - 04.09.2025
Malta, Malta International Airshow 2025 - 27.09.2025 - 28.09.2025

Tornado Solo Display: A New Chapter for TaktLwG 33 Büchel

Adding a fresh dimension to the lineup is the Tornado solo display team from TaktLwG 33, based at Büchel Air Base in Rhineland-Palatinate. This is a noteworthy development, as the Tornado, a mainstay of the German Air Force for decades, takes on a new role in the display arena. Büchel holds a unique place in NATO’s framework, serving as a key site in the alliance’s nuclear sharing concept, which underscores its strategic importance. For 2025, the Tornado team is embarking on a test season, with a limited schedule that hints at greater things to come. The team will perform at the Antidotum Air Show in Leszno, Poland, In June alongside the Eurofighter team from TaktLwG 74, and then at the Malta International Airshow in September, joining both Eurofighter teams. While this inaugural season is modest, it sets the stage for a potentially expanded presence in future years, offering aviation enthusiasts a chance to see the Tornado’s power and versatility in a solo display. The air force views this as a trial run, with plans to build on its success in the seasons ahead.

TaktLwG 33 Büchel Schedule:

Poland, Leszno, Antidotum Air Show - 20.06.2025 - 22.06.2025
Malta, Malta International Airshow 2025 - 27.09.2025 - 28.09.2025

A400M Solo Display: Showcasing Versatility from LTG 62 Wunstorf

Rounding out the roster is the A400M solo display team from Air Transport Wing (LTG) 62, based at Wunstorf Air Base in Lower Saxony. Wunstorf serves as the heart of Germany’s air transport operations, and the A400M, a modern marvel of engineering, exemplifies the air force’s ability to adapt to both military and humanitarian missions. Capable of delivering troops, equipment, and aid across vast distances, the A400M brings a different kind of spectacle to the airshow circuit—one that highlights agility and utility over sheer speed. The team’s 2025 schedule is packed with high-profile appearances, beginning with the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) at Fairford, UK, from July 16 to 20, where it will share the skies with the world’s elite aircraft. August takes the team to Denmark for the AB Roskilde Airshow from the 23rd to the 24th, followed by Poland’s International Air Show in Radom from the 30th to the 31st. In September, they’ll perform at the NATO & Czech Air Force Days in Ostrava from the 20th to the 21st, before making a rare transatlantic journey to the Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach, USA, from October 3 to 5. This global reach underscores the A400M’s role as a versatile ambassador for German aviation.

LTG 62 Wunstorf Schedule:

UK, Fairford, RIAT 2025 - 16.07.2025 - 20.07.2025
Denmark, Roskilde, AB Roskilde Airshow 2025 - 23.08.2025 - 24.08.2025
Poland, Radom, International Air Show 2025 - 30.08.2025 - 31.08.2025
Czechia, Ostrava, NATO & Czech Air Force Days - 20.09.2025 - 21.09.2025
USA, Huntington Beach, Pacific Airshow - 03.10.2025 - 05.10.2025

The release of these schedules signals more than just a busy year for the German Air Force—it marks a deliberate step toward a brighter future. The "Display Team Germany" initiative is a clever blend of tradition and innovation, using the allure of aerial displays to address practical challenges like pilot shortages while celebrating the air force’s technical and operational achievements. From the sleek Eurofighters slicing through the skies to the rugged Tornado proving its enduring value and the A400M demonstrating modern versatility, these teams embody the spirit of a service on the rise. As 2025 approaches, the German Air Force invites the world to watch, marvel, and perhaps even join in the journey, ensuring that its legacy of excellence continues to soar.

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