Clacton Air Show 2009

Clacton Air Show 2009

27th - 28th August 11.00 - 17.00

Full programme of flying both days, with various ground events on the West Greensward, Marine Parade West

Now in its eighteenth year, Clacton Air Show, organised by Tendring District Council, is a well-established event which attracts in excess of 120,000 visitors over the two days. The show site stretches along Clacton's seafront and features on-site catering, trade stands and entertainment.

Each day will have a full flying programme and in previous years this has included the world famous Red Arrows, Harrier, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and Guinot Wingwalkers, as well as various ground events throughout the day.

Aircraft news so far:
Aircraft are starting to queue up on the runway to take part in this year's Clacton Air Show.

Following confirmation that the world famous Red Arrows will be taking part on both days of the event - which is organised by Tendring District Council's (TDC) Leisure Services - a second significant signing has been made.

The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight - which flew on two days in 2008 - has put pen to paper for the Air Show which is August 27 and 28 this year.

It will mean the fans will get another chance to see the Spitfire, Hurricane and Lancaster parading in the skies over the town.

The whole idea came from the days immediately after World War Two when it was traditional for a Spitfire and Hurricane to lead the Victory Day flypast over London.

It was decided to form an historic collection of flyable aircraft - initially to commemorate the RAF's major battle honour, the Battle of Britain, and latterly to commemorate the RAF's involvement in all the campaign of World War Two.

Now the flight demonstrates the importance the RAF places on maintaining these aircraft, maintain a link with our heritage and remember the national debt owed to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

On the ground entertainment is also coming together.

Hospitality and sponsorship packs are available and bookings are being taken for trade stands at the site at the West Greensward.

For general information regarding the Air Show contact one of the following Tourist Information at the official tourism site: www.tendringdc.gov.uk/TendringDC/whatson.htm

Clacton 01255 686633

Harwich: 01255 506139

Walton 01255 675542 (seasonal)

Please note that programmes including confirmed flight information will be available later in the year.