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"The debut of Mustang X-Ray"

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The 'Mustang X-Ray' tactical team will be debuting in Guernsey during this year's Meet the Pilots event.

The team fly Pilatus PC21s for the French 'Air and Space Force' and will be in Guernsey for the annual Air Display.

"We are excited that not only is the debut of Mustang X-Ray, but they are arriving on Wednesday to attend Meet the Pilots and carry out a display rehearsal," said Gary Elson, the event organiser.  

"In addition, another debut will be a genuine WW2 warbird, in the shape of Hawker Hurricane R4118. How often do you get to stand next to an icon, which shot down five aircraft during the Battle of Britain? 

"Islanders absolutely love Meet the Pilots as they get to see the planes up close and speak to the pilots about what it is like to fly them and we are extremely grateful to Ravenscroft for their continued support, enabling all donations made at the gate go to the cost of putting on the display."

Meet the Pilots takes place on 12 June from 14:00 to 17:00 and will also include appearances from The Titans, Team Raven, and the CI Air Search Islander.

"Our thanks to everyone involved in making the event happen including Guernsey Airport, Civil Defence volunteers, Aiglle Flight Support and of course the pilots for making their aircraft available," said Mr Elson. 

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