Snowbirds arrive in Columbus in preparation for air show

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds fly in an nine plane formation as they make a pass over the Columbus Municipal Airport in Columbus, Ind., Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2019. The Snowbirds made their presence in Columbus known by making passes over the city before landing at the airport. They are the featured attraction at the Birds and Brews airshow at the airport on Wednesday. Mike Wolanin | The Republic

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds, a squadron with a traveling show team of 24 Canadian military personnel, has arrived in Columbus.

These photos were taken this afternoon for the group’s arrival in Columbus in preparation for a Wednesday performance at the Birds & Brews event at Columbus Municipal Airport, 4770 Ray Boll Blvd.

The event will be held from 4 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday and is free and open to the public. Besides the Snowbirds, there will be a U.S. military flight demonstration, parachute jump from a C-130 aircraft, children’s activities, a beer garden, among other activities.

Visit columbus.in.gov/airport/programs-events/birds-and-brews/ for more information.