Coronation Flypast Faces Weather Threat as Bank Holiday Weekend Turns Unsettled
Storm Clouds Hover Over Stunning Sky Display
The Met Office has warned of “unsettled” weather this bank holiday weekend. This puts a dazzling flypast above Buckingham Palace in jeopardy — raising fears the event could be scaled back or even cancelled.
More Than 60 Aircraft Ready to Awe London
Over 60 aircraft from the 1st, British Army, and Royal Air Force are set to roar over the capital. The highlight? The famous Red Arrows will swoop in for a spectacular flypast around 2:15 p.m.
The King, Queen, and other Royal Family members will watch the six-minute aerial show from the royal balcony.
Safety First as Weather Keeps MOD on Edge
The Ministry of Defence warns that safety is the top priority. “There are strict weather limits for cloud base and visibility that must be met for such a large formation,” an MOD spokesperson explained.
Weather checks will be carried out by the Met Office and MOD helicopters ahead of Saturday’s event. If skies clear, the flypast will go ahead as planned. If conditions worsen, officials might reduce the number of aircraft, with cancellation as a last resort.
MOD: Weather Is Out of Our Hands
“Clearly, the MoD has control over many things, but the weather is not one of them,” the spokesperson added. “Safety will always be our primary concern.”
