I hadn't looked at the flying programme since checking on-line on Friday morning, and it wasn't until Gary (Geedee), appeared in the doorway of the 'Tin Tent' late Sunday morning, that I was brought up to date with what the line-up looked like.
The wind at that time was quite strong, a cross wind at around 18-20 mph, with gusts above 25 mph, judging by the wind sock, and it was evident that some displays, such as the WW 1 Albatross and Sopwith Snipe, would probably not get airborne (they didn't), but I was pleased to hear from Gary that there was a Hawker Fury (similar to the Sea Fury), in 'Prototype' markings (pics later), and the U.S. Heritage Flight, a formation with a Raptor and P-51 Mustang, with the Raptor also performing a solo display.
The Raptor put on an impressive display, which the photos go some way to illustrate. Although I didn't think it was as impressive as the Eurofighter Typhoon, it was a very welcome, and unusual sight, for a UK airshow.
This, and the next post, show their display. Next set of pics will feature the Swiss DC-3 and Beech 18 formation.