Look to the skies on Saturday May 18th for thrilling day of aviation and much more.
The annual Air and Country Show is set to return to the former RAF Abingdon on Saturday, May 18th. The event, which has grown beyond all recognition over the years is organized by a dedicated team of volunteers led by a small committee.
The event promises a thrilling day for aviation enthusiasts and families.
The highlight of the show will be an impressive afternoon Air Display featuring a lineup of spectacular aircraft, including:
Supermarine Spitfire Mk19
The Titans Display Team
Muscle Pitts aerobatics accompanied by an exhilarating car race
Hawker Hurricane Mk1
The Gazelle Display Team (consisting of four helicopters)
RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team
RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Spitfire & Hurricane for flypasts
These display aircraft will also be available for static viewing, alongside specially invited statics such as the Historic Army Aircraft Flight Beaver & Auster, Chipmunk, Sioux, Skeeter & Scout, and Navy Wings’ Harvard.
One of the main highlights of the show is the large aircraft Fly In, with over 50 modern and historic aircraft flying in for display on the ground, ranging from Tiger Moths to the impressive RAF C17 Globemaster transport (to be confirmed).
For those seeking a unique perspective, Northumbrian Helicopters will offer Pleasure Flights from the showground, providing bird’s eye views of the airfield and Oxford City outskirts. There’s plenty of ground-based fun too with plenty of entertainment for all the family. This year there’s a real mix of fun, including The Radio Days Big Band, Rescue Husky dogs, Radio Controlled Model Jets, farm animals, vintage fire engines, and…ferret racing.
There’s much more besides, and it should be a day filled with excitement and entertainment for all ages.
For more information and tickets visit the show’s site.