Breitling, a Swiss watch manufacturer with American headquarters in Wilton, supports a team of L-39 C Albatros Jets that can reach speeds of up to 565 mph.
The Breitling Jet Team is the largest civilian team in the world, and it recently performed a special show around the Statue of Liberty.
“It was a privilege to experience the flight over the Manhattan skyline,” said Jacques Bothelin, leader of the Breitling Jet Team. “To fly there, it was something truly breathtaking; the Statue of Liberty, the Manhattan skyline, and the brand new Freedom Tower at the new World Trade Center are recognized throughout the world and it was an honor to get so close.”
The team arrived stateside for the first time this year to embark on its first-ever American tour, comprised of nearly 20 air shows across the U.S. and Canada.
According to Breitling, the jet team is “widely recognized for the precision and seamless coordination displayed throughout high-speed aerobatics.”
Information: breitling-jet-team.com.