NATO Days in Ostrava & Czech Air Force Days return to Leoš Janáček Ostrava Airport on 19 and 20 September 2026. This year’s programme will bring several important premieres, a major German presentation and the return of the Red Arrows.
For one weekend in September, the airport at Mošnov will once again become one of the busiest aviation and security venues in Central Europe.
Visitors can expect military aircraft, helicopters, armoured vehicles and demonstrations by soldiers, police officers, firefighters and rescue services. Organisers are preparing more than 18 hours of flying and ground displays, with participants from 14 countries and NATO.
Almost 80 aircraft and other aviation assets are currently expected to take part.
Germany Returns as Special Partner Nation
Germany will be the Special Partner Nation of NATO Days 2026, returning in this role after ten years.
Its participation will also mark the 70th anniversary of the German Air Force. The Luftwaffe is preparing a strong presentation, including the Panavia Tornado IDS, Eurofighter Typhoon and A400M Atlas.
The Tornado is likely to be one of the main attractions of the weekend.
The aircraft will appear in a dynamic display at NATO Days under German colours for the first time. As the Tornado is gradually approaching the end of its operational service, there may not be many more opportunities to see it flying at major European events.
The German Air Force will also bring the CH-53 transport helicopter and the AS532 Cougar. Both will make their first appearance at NATO Days.
Germany’s ground display will include the Leopard 2A7V main battle tank, the Panzerhaubitze 2000, the Puma infantry fighting vehicle and the Boxer armoured personnel carrier.
The NH90 transport helicopter and Tiger attack helicopter are also expected to take part in the programme.
First Public Appearance of the Czech C-390
Another important moment will be the first public presentation of the Czech Air Force’s new Embraer C-390 Millennium.
The aircraft was accepted by the Czech Air Force in July and will now be shown to the public for the first time.
For the Czech Armed Forces, the C-390 represents a major step forward in transport capability. It can be used for the movement of personnel and equipment, medical evacuation, humanitarian missions and other tasks requiring rapid air mobility.
The Czech military display will also include some of the newest equipment entering service with the land forces, including the Leopard 2A4 tank, CV90 infantry fighting vehicle and TITUS command vehicle.
Red Arrows Return to Ostrava
The Royal Air Force Red Arrows will return to Ostrava with their full formation of nine Hawk aircraft.
Their display is always one of the most popular parts of the programme. Tight formations, fast passes and red, white and blue smoke make the team easy to recognise, even for visitors who do not normally follow military aviation.
The flying programme is also expected to include several supersonic aircraft.
Eurofighters from Germany, Italy and Spain are scheduled to appear, together with F-16s from Slovakia, Greece and Türkiye.
Transport and tanker aircraft will also be represented. Belgium is expected to bring an A400M, while NATO’s multinational A330 MRTT tanker should return to the static display.
Not Only for Aviation Fans
Aircraft may be the biggest attraction, but NATO Days are not only an air show.
The event also presents the work of the armed forces, police, firefighters, customs officers, prison service, municipal police and emergency responders.
Visitors can watch live demonstrations and see how individual units deal with different situations. They can also meet pilots, soldiers, technicians and members of the emergency services directly at the static displays.
This is one of the reasons NATO Days have become so popular.
The event combines a large public show with a practical look at the people and equipment involved in defence, security and emergency response.
Visitor Information
NATO Days in Ostrava & Czech Air Force Days will take place on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026 at Leoš Janáček Ostrava Airport.
The venue will open at 08:30 on both days. Saturday’s programme is expected to continue until 18:00, while the Sunday programme will finish at 17:00.
Admission is free.
The detailed flying schedule will be published shortly before the event. As always, aircraft participation and display times may change due to operational requirements, weather or technical reasons.
With the German Tornado, the Red Arrows and the first public appearance of the Czech C-390, this year’s NATO Days should offer plenty to see both in the air and on the ground.
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