[A.A. Cunningham]

There is no way they would be flying at 1000 feet under any circumstance and certainly not for a photo op.

Incorrect. By the way, ever been to an air show? The FAA routinely grants altitude and airspeed waivers.

[kabar]

Yes, I have been to air shows here and abroad [Paris]. There is a designated area where they can fly at those levels. I have never seen an airshow performed over a major city. Have you?

Flying a 747 jet aircraft at those levels over NYC seems a bit dangerous to me. I am not a pilot. I would be interested if there is someone who is to comment on it. I provided a link at post #20 that gives the official AF policy on low altitude training.