Air Force support to Formula One Grand Prix

The Australian Defence Force is proud to be supporting the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix 2025 with a range of exciting flyovers and interactive ground displays. 

Above the race venue, spectators will see a thrilling aerobatic display by the Air Force Roulettes, and witness a flypast by a Supermarine Spitfire MkVIII, heritage aircraft from No.100 Squadron.

On the ground, visitors can test their skills in a flight simulator and learn more about the broad range of Defence Force career opportunities. 

Aerial display details:

DATE:                            TIME (AEST)    DESCRIPTION                               
Fri 14 March 2025 14.35 – 14.45Heritage Aircraft Flyover Display 
Sat 15 March 202515.40 – 15.55Roulettes Aerobatics Display
Sun 16 March 202510.55  - 11.10Heritage Aircraft Flyover Display 
Sun 16 March 202514:30 – 14:40Roulettes Aerobatics Display
Sun 16 March 2025          14:46 - 14:48Roulettes Flypast Pit Straight for  Australian National Anthem

Aerial footage will be captured by the Roulette pilots during these displays and video compiles will be available for media soon afterwards on the link below. 

All flying is subject to change, including short notice cancellation, due to variables such as air traffic control, weather and operational requirements.

Safety, noise management and the environment are vital considerations in the planning and conduct of Defence flying activities. Participating squadrons will operate with a view to minimising the impact on local communities.

Media Note

Defence personnel including Roulette Pilot, FLTLT Peter Brewster, and other Air Force representatives are available for interview. 

Imagery of ADF personnel and assets supporting the Formula 1 Grand Prix will be available post event at : http://images.defence.gov.au/S20250525

Media Contacts

Regional Manager Public Affairs Vic/Tas
Robert Hogan
0477 706 009
robert.hogan@defence.gov.au, 

Assistant Regional Manager Public Affairs Vic/Tas
Anna Maria Kendrick
0428 394 935

FLGOFF Rose Gigliotti
0412 122 563

Defence Media - media@defence.gov.au

For more information, visit the Defence Aircraft Noise website or call 1300 DEFENCE (1300 333 362).

Flying schedule

  • Friday 14 March 2025 - 2:35pm - 2:45pm - Heritage Aircraft Flyover
  • Saturday 15 March 2025 - 3:40pm - 3:55pm - Roulettes Aerobatics Display
  • Sunday 16 March 2025 -10:55am - 11:10am - Heritage Aircraft Flyover
  • Sunday 16 March 2025 -2:30pm - 2:40pm - Roulettes Aerobatics Display
  • Sunday 16 March 2025 -2:46pm - 2:48pm - Roulettes Flypast Pit Straight for Australian National Anthem