Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow 15th - 18th August 2013
Airbourne returns in 2013 for its with what is already set to be a fantastic four days of fast jets, historic aircraft, parachute displays and so much more.
After being voted the UK’s best free airshow for two years in a row by Airscene fans, Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow is back this year even bigger and better than ever, with not one but four Red Arrows displays to delight fans.
Joining the Red Arrows, fans can look forward to more highlights from the RAF including the Lynx, Tucano and Tutor, the nostalgic Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and for fast jet fans, the resounding heavy metal of the Eurofighter Typhoon. The heavy duty, tandem rotor Chinook helicopter also returns with a demonstration of its enormous heavy lift capabilities complete with gravity defying somersaults.
Up to Date Flying Times
Preliminary flying times will be featured in the Airbourne Programme, however understandably the flight schedule may vary depending on weather and other factors. So every morning of the event we will print an updated flying schedule, available to all who have bought a programme.
You can collect your updated flying times from the following locations (remember to present your Airbourne programme):
- Tourism Information Tent (Western Lawns)
- Tourism Information Centre (Cornfield Road, EastbourneTown Centre)
- Seafront Office (Lower Promenade, East of the Bandstand)
- Or any programme seller (located across the Seafront and Eastbourne Town Centre)
It is still not too late to purchase the Airbourne 2012 souvenir programme!
The Reds are back in town!
Regarded as one of the world’s premier aerobatic teams, the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, The Red Arrows, return to wow the crowds on all four days of Airbourne 2013.
''2013 will be the 49th display season for the Red Arrows in which they will continue to enthrall, captivate and inspire millions of people both in the UK and around the world with a series of displays and flypasts at a wide variety of events.''
The four day free seafront airshow which runs from 15 – 18 August, last year enjoyed the busiest day ever in its 20 year history, and this year is set for even more excitement thanks to the quadruple visit by the world’s most famous high precision display team along with the best of British flying.
Leading a line up of fast jets, historic aircraft and many favourites from the last two decades of the show, the world famous Red Arrows will take to the sky every day throughout Airbourne.
The Blades - Former Red Arrow Pilots!
The Blades are a leading display team of former Red Arrow’s pilots renowned for precision close formation aerobatics to the highest level. Some of the country’s most experienced display pilots, The Blades are experts in aerobatics. The team started 2012 as world record holders after setting the world record for flying 26 consecutive formation loops.
They have been described as "the world's only aerobatic airline" and are the only full-time civilian aerobatic team in the United Kingdom.
Eurofighter Typhoon
Typhoon provides the RAF with a multi-role combat aircraft, capable of being deployed in various air operations however this is a real crowd pleaser due to the roar of the engines!
Battle of Britain
Just about everyone will stop in their tracks as the familiar Spitfire, Hurricane and Lancaster three-ship formation appears overhead at this years Airbourne.
Lynx
In 1972 the Lynx broke the world speed record over 15 and 25 km by flying at 199.92 mph. The Lynx is a multi-purpose helicopter design with a side by side cockpit for pilot and observer.
RAF Chinook
This is a very versatile support helicopter that can be operated in many diverse environments ranging from cold weather ‘arctic’ conditions to desert warfare operations.
RAF Tutor
The Grob 115E Tutor to give it it’s full title will again be be wowing the Airbourne crowds with a series of Barrel Rolls, stall turns, aileron rolls, the avalanche & the Kimbo Clover.
RAF Tucano
The Tucano T1 is a modified version of the Brazilian Embraer EMB-312 Tucano aircraft to provide basic fast jet flying training to RAF pilots of the future.
Dassault Flamant
Hawker Hunter
The Hunter started off as an RAF fighter before Jonathon 'Flapjack' Whaley transformed it to it's current vibrant paint scheme of 'Miss Demeanour'. The display is even more attention grabbing than the paint scheme!
Tigers Parachute
Tigers Parachute
This experienced and enthralling Princess of Wale's Royal Regiment Parachute Display Team - The Tigers - showcases a dynamic and captivating routine before landing onto the beach within the display line.
Royal Navy Raiders
Dropping into Eastbourne within the flying display line, the teams descend with flags flying and smoke trailing, performing routines in the air ahead of their open parachutes and plunging into the sea.
Wing Walkers
The Breitling Wingwalkers will take to the skies to perform a breathtaking series of loops and rolls, while daring wingwalkers perform acrobatics on the wings including handstands & more!
Spitfire
P9374 took to the skies for the first time as the 557th production aircraft on 23rd February 1940, the embodiment of grace and power this is a true icon of British military heritage
Jet Provost
The Jet Provost was the RAF's fast jet trainer in the 1970's teaching pilots of the future how to handle the extra power and manouverability of a jet. The sequence will be fast and furious!
Rv8tors
Flying their remarkably fast, fully aerobatic aircraft with powerful smoke systems, the RV8tors perform a thrilling and unforgettable display. Close formation aerobatics are combined with high speeds!
Swip
The Silence Twister started life as a radio controlled aerobatic machine but was so succesful that the designers decided to create a "real" version of the model! Watch as these two glide through the skies!
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Airbourne Programme
Its not too late to order the 2012 Airbourne programme.
Sea King
The Sea King is the RAF and RN's primary Search and Rescue helicopter providing 24-hour cover around the UK and the Falkland Islands every year.
Dutch AB412
The Royal Netherlands has been flying the AB-412 SP search and rescue helicopter since 1994. The 3 AB-412 SPs are stationed at Leeuwarden Air Base. From that base, the helicopters are used to search for and rescue fighter pilots who have to exit their aircraft over the sea.
