F-16 Thunderbirds in Bangkok

Thunderbirds, the US Air Force Demonstration Squadron performed an exciting demonstration of precision aerial maneuvers at a free public air exhibition over Bangkok's Don Muang Airport today.



The event drew large audiences leading to congested traffic jams near the airport for over 8 hours, as many drivers parked at the roadside to watch the air show that began at 2 PM.



The US Air Force Thunderbirds – America's ‘Ambassadors in Blue’ are the premier air demonstration squadron of one of the best-trained air forces in the world.

The acrobatic pilots used F-16 C/D Fighting Falcon (Block 52) fighter aircraft in the show.

The highly-skilled US Air Force flyers presented precision aerial maneuvers demonstrating the capabilities of their modern, high-performance aircraft and the high degree of professional skills required to operate them.

A Thunderbirds' air demonstration is an unforgettable experience made up of a mix of breathtaking formation flying events and superior solo maneuvers.

After Bangkok the flyers are scheduled to perform in Japan.

Tennis players learn Muay Thai at Thailand Open 2009

Top tennis stars Gilles Simon of France, John Isner of USA and Robby Ginepri of USA got some hands (and legs) on experience with Thai martial arts at the PTT Thailand Open 2009 tennis tournament yesterday.



The three players were treated to an up close demonstration of sword fighting and Muay Thai before donning their boxing shorts and getting amongst the action themselves. The three received lessons in the Thai kick-boxing from Olympic champion Somjit Jongjorhor, much to the delight of the local crowd.

Ginepri, who is known to have a passion for the traditional martial art, displayed some excellent moves in his boxing bout with Jongjorhor.

Simon, Isner and Ginepri all play their second round matches at the tournament today.