More than a flypast: How nations use the sky to send strategic messages

Military flypasts, from early ceremonial displays to modern power projections, showcase national strength and technological prowess.

Historical events like the post-WWII Tokyo Bay flyover and Cold War Soviet parades highlight their strategic importance.

Today, nations like the US, Russia, China, and India use these aerial spectacles to demonstrate military modernization and global ambitions, reflecting shifting geopolitical landscapes. ...