An early start means uncluttered views such as this shot of a Canadian CF-18 Hornet bathed in the light of a rising sun.

A jumble of aircraft pictured at a 1994 European display by Bob Holder.

A halo of vapour comes off a fast-moving F-14 Tomcat at a 1994 display.

It is quite normal for shows in the USA to have free for all access to aircraft parks. Getting there early is the only real answer if you’re after uncluttered video footage or photos without folks.

Patrouille de France Alpha Jets at the cross-over point about mid-way along the crowd line.

With a 400mm lens, this type of shot is obtainable if you happen to be in the right place.