RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire hosts the major RAF Airshow, which is very popular, and usually held in June. The display includes many modern RAF aircraft, foreign aircraft, and display teams.
RAF Waddington is a fully operational unit of No 3 Group within RAF Strike Command and is home to the RAF's airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) aircraft. 3 resident squadrons, No 8, No 23 and No 51 operate the Boeing E-3D Sentry and Nimrod R1 aircraft in these roles. The E-3D aircraft of Nos 8 and 23 Squadrons also constitute the UK Component of the NATO Airborne Early Warning Force. The newly re-formed 5(AC) Sqn, expected to receive its Sentinel R1 aircraft soon, will operate in the ASTOR (Airborne Stand-Off Radar) role.
Click here to visit the official Waddington Airshow website.
Waddington in Lincolnshire, the county that is considered by many to be the traditional heartland and spiritual home of the Royal Air Force, has been host since 1995 to the RAF's biggest air show. It has a well-earned reputation for appealing to enthusiasts and families alike, and is considered one of the UK's top military air shows.
Held annually over the first weekend of July at Royal Air Force Waddington, Lincoln, the RAF Waddington International Air Show is the largest of all RAF air shows, regularly attended by over 140,000 visitors. Since its inaugural year 1995, the Air Show has grown in size and popularity; the show offers a truly unforgettable day's entertainment for families and corporate guests alike.
2012 Themes:
CFS100 - The Centenary Year of the Central Flying School. AHL2012 - The Year of Lincolnshire Aviation Combat ISTAR - Combat Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance.
Provisional Participating aircraft at RAF Waddington 2012:
Participating aircraft at RAF Waddington Air Show on 30 June - 01 July 2012:
Flying Aircraft:
Royal Jordanian Falcons
Swiss F/A-18 Hornet
Swiss Super Puma
BBMF - Lancaster, Spitfire, Hurricane
Static Aircraft:
RAF E3D Sentry
RAF Sentinel R1
Royal Australian Air Force Boeing Wedgetail AEW&C
In Advance:
Adult (16+ years): £21
Child (5-15yrs): £11
Child (under 5): Free
Family (2 adults/2 children): £52
On the Day:
Adult: £28
Child (5-15): £12
Under 5: Free
Family: N/A
Click here for ticket information and booking via the official website.
Programme
0800
Gates Open
All ground attractions open
Helicopter Pleasure Flying Begins
0900
Bands begin playing in No 5 Hangar
0915 (Sunday)
Ecumenical Church Service in No 5 Hangar
1030
Flying Display Begins
1700
Flying Display Finishes
All ground attractions continue to be open
Helicopter Pleasure Flying continues
1900
Gates Close
Air Show Radio
Tune into our very own Air Show Radio on tbc FM. Air Show FM broadcasts 24 hours a day within a radius of 15 miles from the base, starting on Monday 18 June 2012.
Listen to shows presented by RAF personnel, classic oldies and today's best music, news and interviews. Our show presenters have 10 free family passes for the Air Show, one giveaway for each day!
On the days of the Air Show get up-to-the-minute travel information on your car radio, and even listen to the flying display commentary live on your portable.
RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire hosts the major RAF Airshow, which is very popular, and usually held in June. The display includes many modern RAF aircraft, foreign aircraft, and display teams.
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