Re-enactors, fun fair and more at Shuttleworth's Military Air Show
Aviation fans can head to Shuttleworth's Military Air Show this summer to "honour those who have given their service on land, in the air, and at sea".
People are invited to the Summer Air Show on Saturday, August 29, as visiting aircraft will join The Shuttleworth Trust’s own collection aircraft – with military history spanning the First and Second World Wars.
Aircraft will include the The Royal Air Force Chinook, the B-17 Preservation Ltd’s Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress 'Sally B', the Sopwith Triplane, Gloster Gladiator, Westland Lysander, and Supermarine Spitfire Vc.
Marc Boult, head of visitor operations at Shuttleworth, said: “From legendary warbirds to modern military aircraft, Military Air Show highlights the rich history and ongoing development of military aviation.
"We're looking forward to another exciting day of flying displays and showcasing some truly remarkable aircraft, both from our own collection and visiting operators.”
The Royal Air Force Chinook role demo team will join Shuttleworth for the air show, with its display highlighting "the versatility of the Chinook" – from carrying troops to evacuation and transportation.
The Westland Lynx AH.7 has also been announced – an aircraft originally used by the British Army Air Corps for troop carrying and anti-tank roles – and one of only two Lynx AH.7s flying in civilian hands.
A Shuttleworth Trust spokeswoman, added: "The Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress 'Sally B' – the only airworthy B-17 outside of North America – will return to Shuttleworth following its display at Festival of Flight.
"Meanwhile, North American P-15D Mustangs 'Little Rebel' and 'Moonbeam McSwine' will be making their Shuttleworth debuts.
"Also announced is Marcin Kubrak’s Douglas A-26 Invader, an aircraft with a military service spanning three decades."
The event will also host a military camp area, showcasing military vehicles, re-enactments, historic machinery and more.
Meanwhile, the Clayton and Shuttleworth Heritage Team will showcase working historic machinery – and volunteers will show visitors how to work the Bofors Anti-Aircraft Gun.
A STEM-focused discovery zone and a free fun fair will be on site for youngsters.
To find out more about the Military Air Show and book your tickets, click here.
Tickets prices start from £37 and children go free.
All aircraft appearances are subject to weather and serviceability.