Flying-circus
noun
1.
a squadron of airplanes operating together, especially any of several squadrons of famous World War I aviators.
2.
a carnival troupe, or the like, offering exhibitions of stunt flying at fairs, circuses, etc.
noun
1.
an exhibition of aircraft aerobatics
2.
the aircraft and men who take part in such exhibitions
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