The full line-up of magnificent flying machines that will perform at this year’s Blackpool Air Show has been unveiled.

The free two-day show on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 August 2025 will feature thrilling displays from a wide range of military and civil aircraft. Check out the event's display times here. 

Red Arrows

The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, one of the world's premier aerobatic display teams, will perform at the Blackpool Air Show on both days.

The aerobatic team change their show to ensure it remains dynamic, innovative and true to the Red Arrows’ pedigree of providing a non-stop, flowing and entertaining performance.

Since its formation in 1964, the Red Arrows have amazed crowds worldwide with nearly 5,000 shows in 57 countries.

Photo credit: MoD/Crown Copyright 2024

RAF Typhoon

Bring the noise! The Typhoon FGR4 is a world class multi-role combat aircraft capable of being deployed in the full spectrum of air operations, from air policing and peace support, through to high intensity conflict.

Piloted by Sqn Ldr Nathan Shawyer, the Typhoon Display Team are proud to be celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. As the Typhoon fleet looks to the future as a fighting force, you will notice that this year’s display jets are all front-line ready. This is essential in ensuring the operational readiness in today’s uncertain world, the Royal Air Force is ready to fly and fight. 

The Eurofighter Typhoon has a top speed of more than 1400mph and is powered by two Rolls Royce engines, producing 40,000lbs of thrust. Ear plugs at the ready!

Battle of Britain Memorial Flight

The Royal Air Force (RAF) Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) commemorates all those who have lost their lives serving in the RAF, or its predecessor the Royal Flying Corps, in all conflicts from 1914 up to the present day.

SPITFIRE
The iconic Supermarine Spitfire was critical in defeating Luftwaffe air attacks during the Battle of Britain in 1940.

HURRICANE
The Hawker Hurricane played a vital role in the Battle of Britain. There are only 12 airworthy Hurricanes left in the world, and the BBMF proudly operates two of these historically important aircraft.

LANCASTER
The Avro Lancaster is the most famous and successful RAF heavy bomber of World War Two. There are only two airworthy Lancasters left in the world.
Photo credit: Crown Copyright 2024

The Red Devils

The Red Devils began in 1964 to boost public engagement and recruitment for the British Army and became the official parachute display team of the British Army in 1979. 

The team is comprised of 15 highly skilled paratroopers chosen through a rigorous selection process, demonstrating their bravery and mastery of the art of parachuting with every jump.

Whether its executing formations in the sky or performing daring freefall manoeuvres, the Red Devils always deliver an adrenaline-pumping performance that leaves spectators on edge.

The Ravens

Get ready to be thrilled by Team Raven, an elite formation aerobatic display team that has wowed audiences across Europe since their formation in 2014. 

Comprised of six highly experienced pilots flying one of the world’s best-selling self-build aircraft, the Vans RV-8, Team Raven brings precision, power, and performance to the skies.
Photo credit: Paul Johnson Flightline

Aerobatics Wingwalkers

Prepare to be amazed as two professional wingwalkers perform breath-taking acrobatics and handstands whilst strapped to the top wings of the beautiful Boeing Stearman biplanes. Watch as the pilots fly through a choreographed and energetic routine of dazzling aerobatics and close formation flypasts.

These manoeuvres include loops, rolls, stall turns and inverted flight – all reaching speeds of up to 150 mph and ‘G’ forces of up to 4G’s!

Catalina

The Catalina, formally known as the consolidated PBY Catalina, is an iconic flying boat celebrated for its pivotal role in aviation history. One of the most cherished Catalinas is “Miss Pick Up,” operated by Plane Sailing Air Displays Ltd and supported by The Catalina Society.

Found abandoned in a car park in the 1990s, Miss Pick Up was carefully restored and flown all the way from Canada to the UK. Since its restoration, the Catalina has been thrilling air show audiences for nearly 40 years, making it a beloved part of aviation events across Europe.  It even set a UK National Record for flying 3,317 kilometres around Britain’s coast in just over 18 hours!

Calidus Autogyro

An autogyro, often likened to a flying windmill or a rotating parachute, is a unique aircraft that mixes the characteristics of a helicopter and an aeroplane. Imagine a sycamore seed gently spinning as it descends - this is the essence of an autogyro in flight!

Autogyros, including the Calidus, have been displayed at major air shows worldwide, from Farnborough to Oshkosh, Dubai, and Paris.

Yak Trio

This year’s formation features two distinct Yak aircraft: the Yak-52 (x2) and the Yak-18T.
 
First flown in 1976, the Yak-52 was designed as an aerobatic trainer for Soviet military pilots under DOSAAF, preparing them for fast jets like the MiG-21 and MiG-29. Capable of +7/-5G, the Yak-52 remains widely used, with variants including tailwheel and upgraded avionics models. It served extensively with Ukrainian and Romanian forces, with production continuing in Romania to this day.
 
Sharing little beyond the name, the Yak-18T is a unique design (10 points if you spotted that) and is piloted by team leader by Phil Hardisty. Developed in the late ’60s as a civilian aircraft, it features a nosewheel, four or five seats, and a 400hp nine-cylinder radial engine. Used to train bomber crews and Aeroflot pilots, the 18T combines rugged construction with smooth, responsive handling.

Strikemaster

The Strikemaster was a weaponised version of the Jet Provost with an uprated Rolls-Royce Viper turbo-jet engine, strengthened airframe and dual ejector seats.

First flown in 1967, with just 146 being built, the aircraft was marketed as a light attack or counter-insurgency aircraft, but most large-scale purchasers were air forces wanting an advanced trainer although Ecuador, Oman and Yemen have used their aircraft in combat.

Muscle Pitts

Introducing the Muscle Pitts special, a highly modified stunt plane that delivers impressive aerobatic displays at air shows across the UK and Europe. The Muscle Pitts is known for its combination of loops, rolls, tumbles, and stall turns, featuring signature manoeuvres like the Knife Edge pass.

Chipmunk

One of the RAF’s longest serving aircraft types, the Canadian designed chipmunk entered RAF service in 1950. Chipmunks replaced the tiger moth as an initial pilot trainer, offering relatively modern features such as flaps, brakes, radio and an enclosed cockpit.

Over seven-hundred Chipmunks were built for the RAF, some of which also served with the Army and the Royal Navy. A substantial number of civilian Chipmunks are still flying in countries around the world.

Photo credit: Stephen Simpson Photography

This information is correct at the time of release but may be subject to change on the day.