Navy Helicopter Flag Display

Watch as the Navy helicopter soars above Sydney Harbour, towing a giant Australian flag in a breathtaking Australia Day tribute for crowds below.

When

12:30 PM - 01:00 PM

26 January 2026

Where

The Skies of Sydney Harbour

Sydney, NSW, 2000

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One of the most breathtaking moments of Australia Day is the Navy helicopter soaring across the skyline, towing a giant Australian National Flag that ripples proudly above crowds gathered with friends and family.

Lifting off from Middle Head, the helicopter sweeps over Sydney’s northern beaches, glides through the Harbour, and tracks south toward Nowra. Along the way, thousands of people look to the sky to witness this spectacular tribute – a moment that never fails to inspire.

To catch the flyover in all its glory, head to vantage points around Sydney Harbour, the northern and eastern beaches, or along the south coast.

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