Sywell Great War Airshow (84 pics)

[shaggy22]

This is a bi-annual event at Sywell aerodrome just outside of Northampton, all the proceeds of this event go to the local air ambulance. The big draw was without doubt the two flying Lancasters flying in the display. Unfortunately wind speeds gusting at around 35kts at RAF Coningsby put an end to that happening, they didn't even open the hangar doors because the wind was so strong. It wasn't much better at Sywell either, the Great War Team couldn't display & the Eberhardt SE5E also cancelled because of the wind. You'll be able to see how strog it was by the windsock which is in some of the pictures. I have massive respect for everyone who braved the great British weather, there was some superb airmanship was on display

Anyway, enjoy

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4. This guy is a complete nut job
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12. He did this first time, in 25kt gusts. Very impressive
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18. Those who know their movies will recognise this aircraft
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71. Just so happened to be the Reds 50th display this year in their 50th display season.
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Thanks for looking & well done for getting this far. Comments & criticism welcome as always. If you're interested there's more here

[MIKE JG]

Love the pics Dan! Looks like a great airshow.

[shaggy22]

Love the pics Dan! Looks like a great airshow.

Thanks Mike, would've been even better if it wasn't for the goddamn wind