Apart from thrilling aerial stunts, the carnival also provided opportunities for teenagers to talk with veteran pilots in order to promote aviation knowledge among local students.

"The event will help to boost the growth of the general aviation sector in Anshun and facilitate military-civil industrial integration," said Zeng Yongtao, top Anshun official.

Thousands of aircraft enthusiasts take in the spectacle of a jet dipping fast and low over the airport runway. [Photo by Lu Zhijia/Xinhua]

A young girl experiences a virtual flight simulator. [Photo by Lu Zhijia/Xinhua]