Guernsey Air Display

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:

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.

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.

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.

Navy Wings' Harvard

With a top speed of 205mph, the Harvard G-NWHF is the newest aircraft to join the Navy Wings' team. This specific aircraft was constructed in Canada in 1954 and was ordered by the American Mutual Defense Aid Program (MDAP) with the aim of facilitating pilot training for the USAF and assisting in the formation of a new West German Air Force within NATO.

RAF Red Arrows

The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, is one of the world’s premier aerobatic display teams and marks its 60th anniversary in 2024 with the return of The Diamond Nine.

PC-21 Mustang X-Ray team

The Mustang X-Ray serves as a tactical demonstration team for the French Air and Space Force. Comprised of two Pilatus PC-21 advanced single-engine turboprop trainers from BA 709 Cognac Chateaubernard, and has a top speed of 425mph.

Team Raven

Team Raven is a formation aerobatic display team that was established in May 2014. The RV-8 retains the fighter-like feel of centre-line seating, making it perfect for formation flying.

The Titans

Expect thrilling close formation aerobatics from a unique pairing of ultra-modern, dissimilar aircraft, combining the unlimited performance of the all carbon-fibre Xtremeair XA42, with the legendary aerobatic performer Yakolev Yak-50.

Hawker Hurricane Mk1

Built in 1940, the Hawker Hurricane R4118 is the only Hurricane to have taken part in the Battle of Britain that is still flying. During its time in the Battle of Britain, the R4118 shot down five enemy aircrafts and was part of over 40 sorties.

Rich Goodwin's Jet Pitts

The Jet Pitts is based on the Pitts S2S fuselage and designed to enhance performance and entertain at airshows. G-JPIT has been built from scratch over a period of four years and incorporates all the tried and tested modifications flying on G-EWIZ.

Navy Wings’ Swordfish MkI W5856

First taking flight on Trafalgar Day (21 October) 1941, W5856 holds the title of the world's oldest airworthy Fairey Swordfish. The Fairey Swordfish was a 1930s torpedo bomber biplane that served as a frontline attack aircraft for the Fleet Air Arm of the Royal Navy. Of its most famous missions, it played a role in the attack of the strategic Italian port of Taranto and made a critical strike that led to the sinking of the most famous of all German battleships, the Bismarck. The Swordfish also had the capability to serve as a dive-bomber, perform night missions, and pioneered the use of Air-to-Surface Vessel (ASV) radar.

Credit to Lee Howard for the image.

A huge thank you to our 2024 Consortium Members!

Without you, the Guernsey Air Display would not be able to take place ✈️

As part of the Air Display, we run an Educate and Inspire programme. Pilots and the RAF engagement team visit schools to speak about their flying experiences and military and civilian career opportunities to inspire students who are thinking about their next step in education.

Meet the Pilots is also an opportunity for anyone who is interested in aviation to speak with the pilots of the Air Display to find out more about their career path and the various routes into the profession.

#Educate #Inspire #RAF

60 years of the fantastic @rafredarrows ! ❤️

Not long to go!

Here’s the updated line-up for the 2024 Guernsey Air Display ✈️

#GAD2024

Come on down to the East Apron for 2024s Meet the Pilots event, from 2-5pm, kindly sponsored by Ravenscroft Group

Entry by donation with all proceeds supporting the Guernsey Air Display Foundation.

Why not enter the competition to win a £50 voucher if you can answer all the questions about the aircraft on the apron today!

We can’t wait to see these guys in the air tomorrow over St Peter Port 🇬🇬

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