The Red Arrows will be flying across part of Lancashire this weekend in preparation for their upcoming airshow at the Isle of Man.

A spokesperson for the RAF Red Arrows said the team will be based out of Blackpool on Saturday (28 August).

The aerobatic team won’t be putting on an airshow in Lancashire, but aircraft enthusiasts are still being encouraged to “make a day of it” and admire the planes taking flight.

Blackpool Airport posted about The Red Arrows’ arrival even detailing their specific arrival and departure times.

(Facebook/@BlackpoolAirport)

In a Facebook post they wrote: “Although we’ve missed seeing the spectacular Red Arrows at our own Blackpool Airshow this year, you can catch them at Blackpool Airport as they jet off for their display at the Isle of Man Airshow a week on Saturday - 28 August.

“Why not make a day of it and use Blackpool Airport’s new summer weekend Park and Ride service – get a close-up view of the Reds at Blackpool Airport and enjoy all day parking for just £15 per car which includes FREE unlimited travel on all Blackpool buses and trams!”

According to the post, The Reds will be at the airport at the following times:

  • Arrival time: 11:30am
  • Departure: 14:12pm
     
  • Arrival time: 15:00pm
  • Departure: 17:30pm

The airport added that the nearby sand dunes are "always a superb place as they'll go right over your head”.

Blackpool Airport’s post sparked a lot of attention in the comments.

One person wrote: “ACE! If only I could get there”.

Another wrote:  “This is my kind of day out.”

“We’ll have to go next year,” commented another.

Who are The Red Arrows?

Lancashire Telegraph: The Red Arrows(Photo: MOD Crown Copyright 2021)The Red Arrows(Photo: MOD Crown Copyright 2021)

The Red Arrows, officially known as the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, are a team of aerobatic aircraft fliers who are currently based in Scampton.

Their aim is to showcase the excellence of the RAF and also inspire people of all ages and backgrounds with a display of precision and teamwork, both in the air and on the ground.

For the latest season, Squadron Leader Tom Bould is the team leader.

He said: “It is an honour to be leading the Red Arrows for the 2021 display season, which will be my first as Team Leader.

“My team and I will be showcasing, across the UK and overseas, a world-leading aerobatic display – representing the best of British.

“Months of hard work and preparation, by pilots and support personnel, go into a Red Arrows performance that will both uphold, and build upon, the distinguished history and legacy of our predecessors.

“However, the pride and privilege of creating such a show – aimed at inspiring people of all ages and backgrounds – is a perfect motivator.”

Here are some of their upcoming air displays:

28/08/2021

Isle of Man - Manx FM, Super Manx Bank Holiday Weekend

02/09/2021 – 05/09/2021

Bournemouth Air Festival

09/09/2021

Guernsey Air Display

09/09/2021

Jersey International Air Display

10/09/2021

International Sanicole Air Show

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