fly-past

British

noun

Also called (esp US): flyover. a ceremonial flight of aircraft over a given area

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In its statement late on Tuesday, the Russian defence ministry said this year's parade would include representatives of all branches of Russia's armed forces and a colourful fly-past.

From BBC ● Apr. 29, 2026

The Red Arrows and a pair of Dakota military transport aircraft seen with their invasion stripes took part in a fly-past.

From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2024

Air Force’s B-52 Stratofortress will also make a fly-past on Thursday.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 19, 2024

The C919 is due to perform a fly-past over the city’s scenic Victoria Harbor on Saturday.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 11, 2023

An airBaltic plane bringing the team home from Finland made a low-altitude fly-past over central Riga on Monday to greet thousands of fans gathered to welcome the squad.

From Reuters ● May 29, 2023

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