big bird spotted taking a shortcut through city

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Why it worked

The video captured a rare and unexpected event of a large military aircraft flying unusually low over a city, creating a sense of awe and surprise that likely drove engagement.

Summary

A RAAF C-17A Globemaster III military transport aircraft is seen flying low over the city of Brisbane. The video captures the unusual sight from the perspective of someone in a rooftop pool.

Structure

1Man in pool overlooking city
2Airplane flies low over city buildings
3Text overlay describes the event
4Airplane continues its flight path over the city

Product placement

RAAF C-17A Globemaster III ACTS - it is a military transport aircraft that is seen flying over a city. Removing it would change what happens in the video. Brisbane ACTS - it is a city that is shown in the video. Removing it would change what happens in the video.

Call to action

Did you catch it from your place? Tag @Brisbane in your moments to be featured

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big bird spotted taking a shortcut through city

Original caption

Big bird almost came in for a dip 🐦 Uninvited guest, 77 tonnes, no towel. ✈️ The RAAF C-17A Globemaster III over Brisbane 🏊 Eye level with the rooftop pool 📣 Loud enough that you felt it before you saw it Did you catch it from your place? Tag @Brisbane in your moments to be featured by: @And1Amos