Bahrain's Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications has announced that tickets for the public area of the Bahrain International Airshow in January next year are now on sale at all Batelco outlets – the event's headline sponsor.

Taking place at the Sakhir Airbase from January 21 to 23, 2016, BIAS is set to offer its public visitors a festival of fun including daily flying displays that will provide up to 4 hours of spectacular aerial entertainment. Some of the confirmed display teams that will be flying high include the Hawks from Saudi Arabia, the UAE’s Al Fursan, the Russian Knights and solo aerobatics from Mark Jefferies and the SWIP Twister display team who are set to thrill visitors with their amazing night-time display.

The action and speed in the sky will be complemented by a host of on-ground attractions, dining options and entertainment. Highlights will include a heritage handicrafts village as well as a fantastic range of games and activities to suit all ages, including a flight simulator.

The public area entertainment will start at 10am and run until 6pm during the three days. Entry to the public area can be accessed via Bahrain International Circuit.

Adult tickets are priced at BD10 ($25.6) per day with tickets for children, up to 16 years of age, priced at BD5 ($12.8). Discount of 5 per cent is available on the purchase of 20 or more tickets, which can be of any type and for any of the three dates. The tickets are for entrance to the Public Arena which will feature viewing stands and a wide range of entertainment and dining options. – TradeArabia News Service