Silver Falcons

Silver Falcons
South African Air Force Aerobatic Team
Emblem of the SAAF Silver Falcons
Active1953 – present
Country South Africa
BranchSouth African Air Force
RoleAerobatic flight display team
BaseLangebaanweg
ColoursRed, Green, Blue, Black and White
Aircraft flown
Trainer

The Silver Falcons is the aerobatic display team of the South African Air Force. Based at Air Force Base Langebaanweg near Cape Town, the Silver Falcons fly the Pilatus PC-7 Mk II, the basic trainer of the SA Air Force in a 5-ship routine. The main purpose of the Silver Falcons is to enhance the image of the South African Air Force, encourage recruitment and instill national pride through public display.