5 things to know about the 2017 CNE Air Show

The 68th annual Canadian International Air Show soars over Lake Ontario on Labour Day weekend

he Canadian Forces' Snowbirds aerobatics team flies over the CNE's Dufferin Gates during a past Canadian International Air Show. The 2017 show happens Sept. 2 to 4. - Edwin Luk/Photo

WHERE TO WATCH

The air show happens Saturday, Sunday and Monday on Labour Day weekend from noon to 3 p.m. The best spots to view the show are at the CNE grounds. There are also several VIP viewing options, which require a ticket.

CANADA 150

This year’s show will feature the CF-18 Hornet, a jet with unbelievable manoeuvrability, combat capabilities and power. The Hornet is a crowd favourite that promises to amaze. This year, the jet also features a Canada 150-style paint scheme.

CANADIAN FORCES SNOWBIRDS

The CF Snowbirds are Canada’s icons of the air, serving as ambassadors for the Canadian Armed Forces, wowing spectators across North America. The Snowbirds showcase s a high-speed aerial performance of formation feats and aerobatic artistry.

CIVILIAN AEROBATICS

Civilian flyers, including master air show pilot Mike Wiskus will swoop, soar, dive and loop over Toronto in the famous Lucas Oil Pitts Special aircraft. His awe-inspiring and gasp-inducing performance helped him become the 2002 U.S. National Aerobatic Champion.

HERITAGE AIRCRAFT

Several historic aircrafts will appear at the show. Among them is the U.S. Air Force’s Heritage Flight, a program that consists of aircraft from the Second World War, Korea and Vietnam eras. Over Toronto, viewers can expect to see the F-22 Raptor and the P-51 Mustang.