WEDNESDAY 10 SEPTEMBER
18.30 - 20.00
Guernsey’s annual air display has been enjoyed by thousands of people for over 60 years, hosting some of Britain’s most historic and treasured military aircraft alongside aerobatic and awe inspiring display teams.
The Guernsey Air Display plays an important role in:
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Commemorating the lives and legacy of all those RAF aircrew who have served their country with honour and pride over the last 100+ years and ensuring the continued preservation of our historic aircraft which enriches our national heritage.
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Celebrating the invaluable work that the RAF Association does for all former and current serving personnel who need support and assistance. The Air Display is the main fundraising event for the Guernsey branch of the RAF Association.
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Educating and Inspiring the next generation of pilots, engineers and aviation professionals.
The Air Display relies almost entirely on private funding, from the generous support of local businesses who form a Consortium and Corporate and individual Friends of the Guernsey Air Display, alongside a grant and underwrite from the States of Guernsey.
Without this sponsorship and support, this much-loved spectacle, which is free for all islanders to enjoy, could not take place.
Line Up
Red Arrows
BBMF Dakota
Typhoon
Jet Pitts - Rich Goodwin
Airborne Pyrotechnics
The Douglas C47 Dakota is one of the most iconic military transport aircraft ever built, playing a vital role for the Allies during WWII. C-47 Dakota ZA947 flew key missions in the run-up to D-Day, including paradrops, casualty evacuations and resupply operations. Today, she flies both solo and in formation as part of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, and is also used to train pilots and aircrew for the Lancaster.
The Typhoon FGR Mk4 is a highly versatile and agile fighter jet, forming a key part of the RAF’s operational fleet. As a 4th-generation multi-role aircraft, it is capable of performing a broad spectrum of missions, from air policing and peacekeeping to high-intensity combat.
G-JPIT was built entirely from scratch over a four-year period. With larger ailerons and increased wing area, the aircraft delivers an exceptional roll rate and improved low-speed handling. Powered by two ATM Lynx jet turbines delivering 700 lbs of thrust, and combined with the 8.5L Lycoming engine, the aircraft produces a total of 1,700 lbs of thrust—yet it weighs just 1,550 lbs.
The Douglas C47 Dakota is one of the most iconic military transport aircraft ever built, playing a vital role for the Allies during WWII. C-47 Dakota ZA947 flew key missions in the run-up to D-Day, including paradrops, casualty evacuations and resupply operations. Today, she flies both solo and in formation as part of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, and is also used to train pilots and aircrew for the Lancaster.
