flying circus

noun — 2 senses

flying circus

noun

1

Aeronautics, Aerospace, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Government, Military, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Politics, War Historical A German fighter wing in World War I.

Jagdgeschwader 1 (JG 1), the Red Baron's Flying Circus

2

A troupe performing barnstorming (stunt airplane flying).

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