Europe’s Breitling Jet Team line up on the runway. [Photo courtesy airshow.com.cn]

The largest professional civilian aerobatic team in Europe, the Breitling Jet Team performs using seven Czech-designed L-39C Albatros military two-seater jet trainers. The team is made up of elite pilots from the French Air Force and the Patrouille Acrobatique de France, a renowned aerobatic display team.

Breitling takes part in around 50 air shows and aerobatic competitions in Europe per year.

The team made its first appearance in China at the 9th China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition in 2012, giving a concentrated performance blending technique, mastery and style.