Red Arrows Set to Thrill Bournemouth to Eastbourne Fans with Four-Day Airshow Blitz
The iconic Red Arrows are gearing up for a stunning display extravaganza, soaring across the south coast from Bournemouth to Eastbourne over four action-packed days this week. Expect jaw-dropping aerobatics and precision flying as the legendary squadron lights up the skies.
Thursday 14 August: Bournemouth Launch
- 15:11 – Take-off from Bournemouth
- 15:13 – Flying south of Bournemouth
- 15:18 – Over Nettlestone Point
- 15:25 – South of location “1”
- 15:28 – North-east of Lewes
- 15:29 – North-west of Wilmington
- 15:30 – Airshow display kicks off
- 15:54 – Heading out over the sea
- 16:18 – Return to Bournemouth base
Friday 15 August to Sunday 17 August: Eastbourne Airshow Takes Over
- 16:11 – Depart Bournemouth
- 16:13 – Passing south of Bournemouth
- 16:18 – Over Nettlestone Point
- 16:25 – South of Brighton
- 16:28 – North-east of Lewes
- 16:29 – North-west of Wilmington
- 16:30 – Eastbourne Airshow display begins
- 16:54 – Over the sea
- 17:18 – Return to Bournemouth
Note: Saturday and Sunday features identical timings to Friday’s schedule, with displays starting slightly later in the afternoon.
What to Expect
- Flying heights will range between 250ft and 2,000ft above ground level for maximum thrill.
- All times are in British Summer Time (BST) and may change due to operational needs or weather conditions.
Get ready for heart-stopping aerobatics and a pit-stop of colour as the Red Arrows carve the skies from Bournemouth to Eastbourne. Keep your eyes peeled and cameras ready for one of summer’s top airshow events!
