NATO days to offer a varied programme
On 15 and 16 September 2018, Ostrava will host the 18th NATO Days, the largest security-focused event in Europe, and promises a busy programme filled with static demonstrations and a commemoration of the 100th anniversary of independent Czechoslovakia and its armed forces. At the same time, Leoš Janáček Airport in Mošnov will host the 9th annual Air Force Days of the Czech Army. The event is organized by Jagello 2000, and the city of Ostrava is one of its partners.
Seventeen countries have confirmed their participation, among them France, Great Britain, Italy, Poland, Sweden or Spain, and, naturally, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. This year, the show will present USA as a special partner. The US Army will showcase the M1 Abrams battle tank and the M2 Bradley infantry fighting vehicle, plus a pair of AH-64 Apache helicopters. This year's special is the presentation of historical military equipment, commemorating the past 100 years. In addition to dynamic and static demonstrations of military technology, visitors can also look forward to one extraordinary cultural event. In a very original and dignified live performance, the Janáček Philharmonic Orchestra and the Army of the Czech Republic will commemorate the 100th anniversary of Czechoslovakia and its armed forces. Their combined composition of Smetana's Vltava will be a unique experience.