RAF Cosford Airshow 2023

[JRandall23]

I’ve read somewhere else in some comments that there has been chatter of a potential B1 flypast (of some sort) but I couldn’t find any resemblance, has anyone else ?

[pete310183]

I’ve read somewhere else in some comments that there has been chatter of a potential B1 flypast (of some sort) but I couldn’t find any resemblance, has anyone else ?

There are B1’s in the country and I think Cosford have said they have asked, other than that nothing concrete or confirmed.

[jasonT1981]

I’ve read somewhere else in some comments that there has been chatter of a potential B1 flypast (of some sort) but I couldn’t find any resemblance, has anyone else ?

Yes, Cosford have actually confirmed they are trying but it is out of their hands.

Still working on stuff, and we are well aware of the Lancers.

It would but I hope everyone understands that this is not in our hands. We can ask but may mot get.

Royal Air Force Cosford
Believe me, we are trying.

[luke28]

The B-1's are taking part in Air Defender which starts a day after Cosford so I can't see them getting lucky like they did in 2017 when they were already up on a mission during the show and were able to detour to Cosford on there way back too Fairford.

[Richard B]

Weather not looking good for Sunday,
Nice and sunny all week then show day possible thunderstorms.

[stealth117]

Has anyone ever been to albrighton sports complex for the airshow? Is it decent enough to watch the display from there or is there anywhere else thats any good? Was going to take my little boy but obviously missed out on tickets now.

Thanks

[raffaroo]

HI Stealth,
Its not too bad, the smaller stuff doesn't come near it much but the reds, suisse and the F-35 will be ok there as well as the BBMF which fly close to it. they also have stuff for your little one to do as well.

[Richard B]

Has anyone ever been to albrighton sports complex for the airshow? Is it decent enough to watch the display from there or is there anywhere else thats any good? Was going to take my little boy but obviously missed out on tickets now.

Thanks

Pretty certain all of those old areas are now closed off, due to the new CAA rules.
Most of those back roads get closed off. The cricket club and garden center used to be a popular place for years, but they all have to close down now.
Just so you do not make a wasted journey.

[stealth117]

Many thanks for your replies, i really do appreciate it. Will we have to be there early, do they run out of space by a certain time? My little boy has been asking to see some planes recently, so it will be nice to see him get excited when he sees the displays.

Thanks again

[Flightline UK]

Spitfire IX LZ842, a recent restoration by Biggin Hill Heritage Hangar, has arrived for static display

https://twitter.com/RAF_Cosford/status/ ... 4798199809

[jasonT1981]

Special tail Herc is expected to be on static.

[Seahornet1]

Special tail Herc is expected to be on static.

Special...

...but not very.

[DolphinW]

Does anyone have any idea what time the Patruille Suisse will be arriving at Shawbury tomorrow?

[Richard B]

Many thanks for your replies, i really do appreciate it. Will we have to be there early, do they run out of space by a certain time? My little boy has been asking to see some planes recently, so it will be nice to see him get excited when he sees the displays.

Thanks again

Get where early.as above all those old viewing areas are not available
Anymore. Most of the rest around the base Albrighton area are shut.

[Captian Hodgkinson]

Albrighton Football club is in a residential area so unless people are been evacuated from their homes you will be still able to get there. Albrighton FC have got a fair day on the airshow day (check out there Facebook page for entry fees etc)

[Gary]

The weather has gone from looking good to oh dear in a couple of days . Let’s hope the weather front either come through early enough r I’d delayed

[Discodaz]

well....these "loads of announcements" are a bit thin on the ground with only 4 days to go. IF..the weather does turn bad, that probably means the bbmf wont be flying, thinning out the flying schedule further. here's hoping the weather does play ball.

Daz

[Blue5]

Latest Met Office forecast for Sunday looking better now, light westerlies and chance of rain reduced to 10% for the afternoon. Hopefully they are hedging their bets less now, fingers crossed!

[CourtneyBlockley]

Yes, weather warning regarding thunderstorms now issued for Saturday instead...

[Discodaz]

as long as its not plain blue skies with no cloud, I'm happy.nothing worse for photography...and lets not forget..moisture in the air means spluff.....bring it on

daz