flying circus

American  

noun

1. a squadron of airplanes operating together, especially any of several squadrons of famous World War I aviators.

2. a carnival troupe, or the like, offering exhibitions of stunt flying at fairs, circuses, etc.

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flying circus British  

noun

1. an exhibition of aircraft aerobatics

2. the aircraft and men who take part in such exhibitions

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Example Sentences

It was a perfect role for the “Monty Python’s Flying Circus” alum, to whom dry humor comes as naturally as breathing.

From Los Angeles Times

A seven-day film festival stretching Oct. 10-20 in Beverly Hills celebrates the legacy of HandMade Films, the English company ex-Beatle George Harrison created initially to help his pals in Monty Python’s Flying Circus.

From Los Angeles Times

“Monty Python’s Flying Circus” was brought to America by a Dallas member station.

From Los Angeles Times

Known for his ability to make “wing-walking” repairs during his stint in the Army Air Service, Locklear quit the military after WWI to form the Locklear Flying Circus.

From Los Angeles Times

A statue of Terry Jones, celebrating him as the Nude Organist from Monty Python's Flying Circus, will be unveiled on the seafront of his home town of Colwyn Bay next year.

From BBC