A Spectacular Air Show Featuring Fighter Jets and Dynamic Flight Performances
The Tsuiki Air Base Air Festival is an annual event held at the Japan Air Self-Defense Force’s Tsuiki Air Base in Chikujo, Fukuoka. It is one of the most popular aviation events in Japan, offering visitors a close-up look at fighter jets, aerial demonstrations, and various military displays.
(1) Flight Demonstrations
The highlight of the festival is the dynamic series of aerial performances featuring a wide range of aircraft:
Blue Impulse Aerobatic Team
T-4 Trainer Aircraft
U-125A Rescue Support Aircraft
UH-60J Rescue Helicopter
F-15J Fighter
F-2 Fighter (based at Tsuiki)
JGSDF OH-1 Recon Helicopter
Whiskey Papa (Extra EA-300) Aerobatic Show
From high-speed fighter maneuvers to precision acrobatics, visitors can enjoy a spectacular air show.
(2) Static Aircraft Displays
A wide lineup of aircraft from the JASDF, JGSDF, JMSDF, the U.S. military, and the Japan Coast Guard will be showcased on the ground:
Blue Impulse
T-7 / T-4 Trainers
U-125A / U-4
UH-60J
F-15J / F-2 Fighters
C-2 Transport Aircraft
KC-46A Aerial Refueling Aircraft
CH-47J Transport Helicopter
JGSDF UH-1 / OH-1
V-22 Osprey
JMSDF P-1 Patrol Aircraft
U.S. Military C-12
Japan Coast Guard MQ-9B “SeaGuardian”
Whiskey Papa (Extra EA-300)
Visitors can see these aircraft up close—an opportunity rarely available outside of an air base.
(3) Additional Events & Performances
Beyond the aircraft displays, visitors can enjoy various performances and demonstrations:
Orchestra performance by Fukuoka Prefectural Iikutokan High School
Fancy Drill by Air Officer Cadets
Security Dog Training Demonstration
Taiko Drum Performance by the Tsuiki Base Drum Team
Local Municipality PR Booths – “Town’s Best Picks” Corner
Kids’ Car Ride (children’s vehicle attraction)
Please note that event details are subject to change.
