RichinSeattle wrote:
I'm not sure what you're asking here, but the performing aircraft will be at least 1/4 mile from you so, obviously, you'll need the longest lens you've got.. They, by FAA rules, are required to do all stunts, flybys, etc. over the runway, and never over the crowd.
I always use manual focus, set to near infinity, high ISO, nearly wide open aperture (depth of field will not be an issue), and the fastest shutter speed I've got.
Holy cow richinseattle. There is more noise in your photo than aircraft! You need to try some new settings.