Southport Air Show 2019

SOUTHPORT AIR SHOW 2019

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CONTENTS WELCOME AIR SHOW RADIO LOST PERSONS/ STAYING SAFE FLYING DISPLAY TIMINGS AIR SHOW MAP ON THE GROUND ARMED FORCES FRIDAY NIGHT FLYING AIRCRAFT TRAVELLING HOME THANKS

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WELCOME

other seaside air shows across the country to bring these over, we do hope you will enjoy seeing their debut displays!

Welcome to the 2019 Southport Air Show, a weekend of exhilarating aviation and a great family day out, bringing visitors from all over the North West and UK. The Air Show has carved its history in Southport for 28 years and along with the other events, brings over 250,000 visitors to the town each year.

The Friday night is growing year on year and really gives visitors a different experience to the Saturday and Sunday.

There are planes with pyros and superb stunts and a grand firework finale – it is great to see the crowds enjoying themselves!

One of my personal highlights for this year is the Swedish Air Force Historical Flight who are bringing the Saab Viggen and the Saab Tunnan for the first time to Southport.

We worked extremely hard with our flying director and

Another first this year is the Norwegian Air Force Historical Squadron T-33 Shooting Star and the Black Cats displaying for the first time in Southport with the Wildcat.

The RAF Typhoon and Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) will be displaying on Friday, Saturday and Sunday – the noise of this RAF jet always leaves visitors looking up to the sky in wonder and I always enjoy the poignant display of the BBMF. We will also see the Tucano display for the last time ever as the aircraft is retired by the RAF in October.

I would like to personally thank you for purchasing this programme, by doing so we will donate 10% to No.281 Southport Squadron RAF Cadets – supporting the future of our air force.

I would also like to take this opportunity to say thank you to Sefton Council and my team who deliver this event each year. Also a thanks to the partners and sponsors of the air show. Without the involvement of everybody this great event wouldn’t happen.

Seeing the crowds enjoying the day is really rewarding, please do share your Air Show experience with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram using #SouthportTime #SouthportAirShow Thank you for supporting us and enjoy this year’s show.

Mark Catherall – Tourism Manager

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AIR SHOW RADIO

Air Show Radio At the Southport Air Show we are proud to have our own dedicated radio station. Available on 87.7FM and broadcast over Sandgrounder Radio also on DAB. You can tune in whilst travelling to and from the Air Show, listen to pilots interviews, commentary and much more.

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LOST PERSONS/ STAYING SAFE

Lost Persons

Stay Safe

Parties/groups can become easily separated when their attention is diverted by the flying displays – here are our tips to keep you all safe.

We want you to enjoy every aspect of the Southport Air Show. For the Friday Night Flying please ensure you are careful when leaving the site as it will be dark. Always listen for safety announcements on the tannoy. Please be prepared for British weather by following our guidelines.

• Complete your contact details on your child’s wristband issued upon entrance.

• Make your children aware of the event stewards on arrival in case they become separated.

• Use a minimum SPF15 sunscreen – even if the weather appears to be cloudy!

• Stay in the shade as much as possible.

• Consider a meeting point should you become separated.

• Keep hydrated by drinking plenty of water.

• In the event that you become separated from your party, make sure a member of your party remains in the same place in case your party returns and make contact with an event steward.

• Wear sunglasses with UV protection.

• Bring waterproof clothing in case of rain.

• Wear appropriate footwear.

• Make yourself familiar with the lost persons area – located by DW Sports on Marine Drive.

This can be identified by the flag

• Wear a hat that also covers the ears and back of the head.

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FLYING DISPLAY TIMINGS FRI 6, SAT 7, SUN 8 SEPTEMBER

FRIDAY 6th SEPTEMBER

SATURDAY 7th SEPTEMBER

18:00 - Model Aero Club

10:30 - Model Aero Club

19:00 - BBMF

13:00 - Tigers Army Parachute Display Team

19:20 - Tucano

13:25 - Richard Goodwin Pitts

19:30 - Typhoon

13:38 - Black Cats

19:41 - Tigers Army Parachute Display Team

13:47 - Strikemaster Pair

19:58 - Fireflies Aerobatics Display Team

14:01 - Fireflies Aerobatics Display Team

20:10 - Otto the Helicopter

14:13 - The Blades

20:30 - Grand Firework Finale

14:31 - Otto the Helicopter 14:42 - Aerosuperbatics Wingwalkers 15:00 - BBMF 15:20 - Tutor 15:29 - Tucano 15:39 - Gazelle Squadron 15:51 - T-33 Shooting Star 16:01 - Saab Tunnan 16:11 - Saab Viggen 16:21 - P-47 Thunderbolt 16:34 - Typhoon

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SUNDAY 8th SEPTEMBER 10:30 - Model Aero Club 13:00 - Tigers Army Parachute Display Team 13:27 - Richard Goodwin Pitts 13:40 - Otto the Helicopter 13:50 - P-47 Thunderbolt 14:00 - BBMF 14:20 - Fireflies Aerobatics Display Team 14:32 - The Blades 14:50 - Black Cats 14:59 - Saab Tunnan 15:09 - Saab Viggen 15:19 - Aerosuperbatics Wingwalkers 15:36 - Tutor 15:45 - Tucano 15:55 - Gazelle Squadron 16:07 - T-33 Shooting Star 16:17 - Strikemaster Pair 16:30 - Typhoon

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AIR SHOW MAP

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Pier Pavilion

Crowd Line

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Go karts

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King’s Gardens Splash World

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Town Centre & Train Station

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Military Vehicle Displays

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This map is not to scale, for general guidance only and may be subject to change

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ON THE GROUND Along the Marine Drive you will find a mix of stalls selling a whole host of products ranging from sweets to military clothing.

From thrills to adrenaline, Davanti Tyres are at the show with their interactive race track for the competitive ones in the family. Step in to the shoes of a racing driver and take on the fastest lap challenge!

MARINE DRIVE For the thrill seekers, try out one of the flight simulators and experience what it’s like being a pilot – can you handle the G-force?

You will also find activities to keep the little ones entertained such as the water walkers, a traditional helter skelter, inflatable assault course and total wipeout game. A regular at the event, the Lytham St Annes replica Spitfire is back so pop along and have your photo taken with her.

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MILITARY VILLAGE The Armed Forces are located in the Military Village on Marine Drive and have a selection of equipment for you to have a look at.

RAF The Chinook facsimile is a highlight of the village area and gives you a unique opportunity to get up close to this amazing helicopter.

The local Air Cadets are at the show and as well as volunteering they are promoting and encouraging young people with an interest in aviation to join up, and with what’s on offer, you won’t need much persuading! Aside from flying, sports, target shooting, adventure training and great fun, you will see the benefits of your own efforts, building on your achievements and earning BTECs and DoE Awards.

If you are already a member of the Air Cadets or are keen to take on a career in aviation and the RAF, the University Air Squadron are also located in the Military Village and are happy to answer any of your questions THE ROYAL NAVY The Royal Navy divers from the Northern Diving group will be demonstrating their diving skills with their Dive Tank.

They also have specialised bomb disposal equipment & robots that they operate when carrying out bomb disposal operations and demonstrations will be taking place throughout the day.

THE ARMY Pop over and meet Domhnall (pronounced Donal), the Irish Guards mascot. He is a Wolfhound and is the Irish Guards’ 16th Regimental Mascot provided by The Irish Wolfhound Club, who presented the Irish Guards with Domhnall, at the Ambassador’s Residence in Dublin in October 2012.

His name means ‘world leader’ in Gaelic and he wears his own solid silver collar and scarlet tunic for official duties.

He also has developed a fondness for Guinness!

BEACH ATTRACTIONS Over on the beach there are plenty of activities for all the family – prepare to be winched up into the air on the bungee trampolines where you can experiment with acrobatics or simply just jump as high as you can. Test your aim on the paintball range and your driving skills in the mini tanks on their purpose-built course.

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69TH FIELD ARTILLERY GUNS The “69th Field Artillery” re-enactment group are back displaying two 25lb field guns and are located on the beach where they will be firing the guns at various times throughout the day.

The displays are carried out using original field equipment and all commands are given exactly as would have been done by gun crews during the war, they also have all the field plotting and calculating equipment.

The group members try to portray different aspects of the wartime experience, from the uniform an ordinary solider wore, to their equipment and the food they ate using their WW2 Field Kitchen. The will also be displaying some of the vehicles they used.

THESE DISPLAYS ARE VERY IMPRESSIVE, NOT TO MENTION LOUD!!!

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ROYAL AIR FORCE For over 100 years the Royal Air Force has protected the skies of Britain whilst projecting Britain’s power and influence around the world. The Royal Air Force are currently engaged in a wide range of duties to serve and protect the UK and the world, from responding to threats using our Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) Eurofighter Typhoons, to preventing conflict by using Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) which identify such threats, whilst protecting the UK’s air and space capabilities against cyber-attack and of course, providing urgent assistance in an Emergency worldwide.

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ROYAL AIR FORCE CADETS With over 40,000 members aged from 12 to 20 years the Royal Air Force Air Cadets is one of the country’s premier youth organisations with over 900 Squadrons nationwide.

Air Cadets get the opportunity to participate in a large range of stimulating and rewarding activities. Where else can you learn to fly aerobatics, go solo in a glider, visit Royal Air Force stations, tour foreign countries, play sports from local to national level, go on oversees expeditions, canoe through white water, parachute, climb, sail, ski?

The organisation is not only looking for new cadets but also adult staff. The Air Cadets is supported by a volunteer staff, no previous Royal Air Force or Military experience is required. If you are interested in finding out more visit the Air Cadets marquee on Marine Drive or go online at aircadets.org

THE BRITISH ARMY Join the British Army, you’ll get much more from life than you ever would with a civilian career – you’ll have the opportunity to do something that really matters, with a team that are like a family to you.

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There are additional and extensive benefits for those with an accredited Engineering Degree, including a £27K joining bounty. There is a Direct Entry scheme those who are already qualified to BTEC Level 4 in Engineering with a starting pay of £31k. We are recruiting males and females in the Submarine Service and as Mine Clearance Divers We also offer financially rewarding cadetships for Medical Undergraduates. royalnavy.mod.uk

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FRIDAY NIGHT

LAUNCH THE AIR SHOW IN STYLE! Get ready for take-off on Friday Night Flying at the Southport Air Show – look to the skies for planes, lights and pyros!

Dropping from the sky with LED lights and smoke will be the Tigers Army Parachute Display Team – a spectacular display from this team who love adding new daring elements to their performance.

The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight is an amazing display in the evening, especially as the sun starts to set over Southport. Firm air show favourites OTTO the Helicopter and the Fireflies showcase stunning and exciting displays with LED lights and pyros. And let us not forget the mighty Typhoon and the afterburn of the jet as it soars through the dusk sky!

And looking down to the ground the show closes with an amazing firework finale from Sirotechnics – winners of the 2017 ‘Champion of Champions’ at the British Musical Fireworks Championship and sponsored by Davanti Tyres.

We hope you enjoy the breath-taking evening ahead. Don’t forget to share pictures on our social media using #SouthportTime #SouthportAirShow

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SOUTHPORT MODEL AERO CLUB Members of the Southport Model Aero Club and the Large Model Association will be displaying illuminated large scale model aircraft, this will include jets, helicopters and aerobatic aircraft.

All aircraft will be fully illuminated and also be fitted with pyrotechnics.

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SATURDAY 16:11 SUNDAY 15:09

Swedish Air Force Historical Flight

SAAB VIGGEN The Saab 37 Viggen Thunderbolt is a retired Swedish single-seat, single-engine, short-medium range combat aircraft. Development work on the type was initiated at Saab in 1952 and, following the selection of a radical delta wing configuration, the resulting aircraft performed its first flight on 8 February 1967 and entered service in 21 June 1971. It was the first canard design produced in quantity.

The Viggen was also the most advanced fighter jet in Europe until the introduction of the Panavia Tornado into operational service in 1981.

Several distinct variants of the Viggen were produced to perform the roles of strike fighter (AJ 37), aerial reconnaissance (SF 37), maritime patrol aircraft (SH 37) and a two-seat trainer (SK 37). In the late 1970s, the all-weather fighter-interceptor aircraft JA 37 variant was introduced. In November 2005, the Viggen was retired from service by the Swedish Air Force, the only operator, having been replaced by the newer Saab JAS 39 Gripen.

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FRIDAY 19:30 SATURDAY 16:34 SUNDAY 16:30

THE TYPHOON The Typhoon, also known as the Eurofighter, is the world’s most advanced multi-role/ swing-role combat aircraft. It is able to reach speeds of Mach 2, or about 1,400 mph.

The Typhoon provides the RAF with a multi-role combat aircraft, capable of being deployed in the full spectrum of air operations, from air policing, to peace support, through to high intensity conflict. The 2019 Typhoon Display is flown by Flt Lt Jim Peterson.

This year’s team comprises a specialist from every aircraft trade along with support and management teams to assist both the pilot and the trades, all of whom work closely together to bring you the dazzling spectacle that is the Typhoon Display.

The Team and Display Pilot Flt Lt Jim Peterson hope that you enjoy the Royal Air Force Typhoon Display when you see it!

SPECIFICATIONS: Engines: 2 Eurojet EJ200 turbojets Thrust: 20,000lbs each Max speed: 1.8Mach Length: 15.96m Max altitude: 55,000ft Span: 11.09m Aircrew: 1 Armament: AMRAAM, ASRAAM, Mauser 27mm Cannon, Enhanced Paveway II, 1000 lb Freefall bomb

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FRIDAY 19:00 SATURDAY 15:00 SUNDAY 14:00

BATTLE OF BRITAIN MEMORIAL FLIGHT The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) is a household name and a national institution. Just about everyone will stop in their tracks as the familiar Spitfire, Hurricane and Lancaster three-ship formation appears overhead.

But it wasn’t always that way...

The modern BBMF was created from more humble beginnings, and though its paid the same mark of respect, it did so under tight constraints. It has gone from being a loose collection of ‘obsolete types’ tucked away in the

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corner of various hangars, to caring for priceless assets of British aviation heritage, with its own headquarters.

Wg Cdr Peter Thompson DFC, then Station Commander at RAF Biggin Hill was primarily responsible for its formation. After gaining his wings in the summer of 1940, Peter flew Hurricanes during the Battle of Britain. September 15th 1940 became known as the Battle of Britain Day, as that date had marked the height of the aerial action.

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In 1945, thousands gathered in London to watch masses of RAF fighters carry out the first of what was to become an annual commemorative flypast over the capital; it became the tradition for a Hurricane and Spitfire to lead.

With the advent of the jet age, aircraft that were once the mainstay of RAF fighter operations were withdrawn from service. By the mid-1950s Hurricane IIc LF363 was the only airworthy representative of its type in the

RAF and was based at Biggin Hill. When the Spitfire was phased out of RAF service in 1957, the only three airworthy examples were being flown by the Temperature and Humidity Monitoring Flight at RAF Woodvale.

This year we will have an appearance from the Dakota, Hurricane and Spifire.

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FRIDAY 19:41 SATURDAY 13:00 SUNDAY 13:00

TIGERS ARMY PARACHUTE DISPLAY TEAM The Tigers were formed over 20 years ago and are firmly established as one of the top parachute display teams within the United Kingdom. The team has been very successful in competitions throughout this period, performing at events such as the British National Parachute Championships and the World Parachute Championships.

The Tigers are the flagship team for the Princess of Wales’s Royal Regiment, whose seniority stems from the Tangier Regiment of 1661 and thus has the distinction of being the senior English Infantry Regiment of the line. Soldiers of the Regiment are recruited from Kent, Surrey, Sussex, London, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and the Channel Islands.

Members of The Tigers consist of volunteers from various battalions of the regiment.

The team will be jumping with LED lights on the Friday Night. We will also be able to enjoy great displays on Saturday and Sunday

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SATURDAY 14:13 SUNDAY 14:32

THE BLADES The Blades celebrated a milestone year in 2015 as the Team completed its 10th display season. The title partner for The Blades this year is Aerobytes, a company renowned for flight safety components and expertise within the aviation industry. The Team is also partnered with Belcom Cables, Leigh Cables, the RAF Benevolent Fund, and Aerobility. A leading display team of former Red Arrow pilots, The Blades are renowned for breathtaking formation aerobatics within their cutting-edge display. Since The Team began in 2006, The Blades have flown over 500 displays throughout the UK, Europe and the Middle-East.

Specifications: Wing span: 8.0m Length: 6.96m Never exceed speed: 220kts Manoeuvering speed: 158kts Empty weight: 685kg Engine type: 300 HP Lycoming AE10540 / Lycoming AE10-580 Propellor type: 3-bladed MTV-9 Range: 350nm Seats: 2

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SATURDAY 16:01 SUNDAY 14:59

Swedish Air Force Historical Flight

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SAAB TUNNAN The Saab 29, colloquially called Flygande tunnan - The flying barrel, is a Swedish fighter that was designed and manufactured by Saab in the 1940s. It was Sweden’s second turbojet-powered combat aircraft, the first having been the Saab 21R; additionally, it was the first Western European fighter to be produced with a swept wing after the Second World War, the Me 262 having been the first during the war. Despite its rotund appearance, from which its name derives, the J 29 was a fast and agile aircraft for its era. It served effectively in both fighter and fighter-bomber roles into the 1970s.

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SATURDAY 15:51 SUNDAY 16:07

T-33 SHOOTING STAR

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The Canadian T-33 Silver Star was the Canadian licensebuilt version of the Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star jet trainer aircraft (T-bird), in service from the 1950s to 2005. The Canadian version was powered by the Rolls-Royce Nene Turbojet.

The T-33 entered service in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) as its primary training aircraft for fighter / interceptors. The RCAF named it the “Silver Star” in Honour of Canada (and the British Empire’s) first flight of a heavier-than-air craft, the AEA Silver Dart.

The T-33 was reliable and had forgiving flight properties, which was extremely long. One of the more unusual roles was played as an aerobatic demonstration aircraft, the RCAF’s Red Knight.

The final Canadair Silver Star Mk. 3 was retired from the Aerospace Engineering Test Establishment after 46 years of service and had 11394.6 flight hours at the time of retirement.

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Norwegian Air Force Historical Squadron The T-33 Shooting Star was introduced to the Royal Norwegian Air Force as an advanced trainer to take over for the de Havilland Vampire, from 1953 to 1968.

Specifications CT-133 Crew: 1–2 Length: 11.48 m (37 ft 8 in) Wingspan: 12.93 m (42 ft 5 in) Height: 3.55 m (11 ft 8 in) Empty weight: 3830 kg (8440 lb) Max. takeoff weight: 7630 kg (16800 lb) Powerplant: 1 × Rolls-Royce Nene

10 turbojet, 22 kN (5000 lb) Performance Maximum speed: Ceiling service:

920 km / h (500 kts, 570 mi / h) 14000 m (47000 ft)

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SATURDAY 13:38 SUNDAY 14:50

The Royal Navy BLACK CATS HELICOPTER DISPLAY TEAM The Black Cats are an exciting four-man helicopter display team who thrill audiences at air shows with their dynamic flying displays in Wildcat helicopters.

The Team started in 2001 as the ‘Lynx Pair’ and have been the first official Royal Navy flying display team since the ‘Sharks’ disbanded in the mid-1990s.

Winning several awards over the years, the Black Cats are requested to display all over the UK and at many European air shows.

The aircrew and engineers are all volunteers from 825 Naval Air Squadron and the Lynx Wildcat Maritime Force based at the Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton in Somerset.

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The name ‘Black Cats’ is derived from the fierce cat depicted on the now disbanded 702 Naval Air Squadron emblem and the term ‘blackcatting’ which is naval slang for one-upmanship – doing or owning something better than someone else.

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SATURDAY 13:25 SUNDAY 13:27

Richard Goodwin THE MUSCLE BIPLANE PITTS SPECIAL ‘The Muscle Biplane’, started life as a Pitts but the aircraft’s extensive modification program has given this biplane enhanced capabilities which allow Rich to perform a unique and extraordinary brand of aerobatics.

The standard Pitts’ landing gear has been removed and the engine mount modified to take Titanium sprung gear legs and there’s a new shape carbon cowling that reduces weight and profile drag.

Richard, an ex-RAF Tornado pilot now flies for a commercial airline but when he’s not at work, he’s either maintaining his current Pitts S2S Special, fondly known as G-EWIZ or building the new Jet Pitts.

All that, and more, means that Rich’s Muscle Biplane can perform double-hammerheads, high-alpha knife-edge flypasts and the amazing ‘Tower of Power’ to complete torque rolls whilst flying backwards through his own smoke.

The heart of the aircraft is a six cylinder 8.5 ltr Lycoming 0540 Engine, modified to produce 300hp and turning the latest MT Aerobatic Prop.

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SATURDAY 15:39 SUNDAY 15:55

THE GAZELLE SQUADRON The Aerospatiale Gazelle is a five-seat helicopter used for light transport, training, and light attack duties. It is powered by a single turbine engine and was the first helicopter to feature a fenestron tail instead of a conventional tail rotor.

A joint production agreement with Sud Aviation, later renamed Aerospatiale and now part of Airbus Helicopters allowed Westland Helicopters Ltd of Yeovil to license build the Gazelle, in part of sale to the British military but also for use by civilian operators.

With the exception of the DeHavilland Chipmunk, the Gazelle is the only aircraft to serve with all three arms of the British armed forces; the Royal Navy, Royal Air Force and Army Air Corps, with four different variants produced:

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With Royal Navy and Royal Air Force Gazelles confined to training, Army Air Corps Gazelles were the only aircraft deployed overseas in combat operations. Although designed as an observation and reconnaissance helicopter, Op CORPORATE saw the fitting of machine guns and rocket launchers, although neither were used in anger.

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AEROSUPERBATICS WING WALKERS The Aerosuperbatics Wingwalkers fly 1940s vintage Boeing Stearman biplanes in a striking Breitling livery. The aircraft have been modified with extra ailerons and a bigger engine. They are fitted with a massive 450hp Pratt & Witney radial engine with a 10-foot diameter propeller. The tips of the propeller reach supersonic speeds.

Wingwalking dates back to when young flying aces returned from the First World War totally addicted to the thrill of flying. After the war surplus aircraft was cheap to buy, so they were purchased by these pilots who would thrill crowds with their aerial antics and sell joy rides.

To entertain the crowds further and ensure they returned, the pilots began to persuade their girlfriends and engineers to walk out along their biplanes linen wings. This was the start of wingwalking and flying circus entertainment.

The Aerosuperbatics Wingwalkers recreate the fearless glamour of those pioneering years. Utilising the latest technology, they bring all the vitality and pizzazz from the 1920’s to today’s airshows.

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SATURDAY 16:21 SUNDAY 13:50

P-47 THUNDERBOLT The P-47 Thunderbolt, nicknamed the ‘Jug’ was a World War II heavyweight fighter aircraft produced by the United States from 1941 through 1945. When fully loaded, the P-47 weighed up to eight tons, making it one of the heaviest fighters of the war.

With four .50 calibre machine guns mounted in each wing, the Thunderbolt could shred with ferocity. Its internal stores were capable of holding 3,400 rounds which enabled the

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P-47 to unleash a torrent of lead for 30 seconds straight.

The Jug was at its best when bouncing enemy fighters with all guns blazing. It was even more effective as a ground attack aircraft.

The P-47 was popular amongst pilots as the cockpit was relatively spacious and comfortable and it was very good at absorbing punishment and the planes safety record was nothing short of outstanding.

FRIDAY 19:58 SATURDAY 14:01 SUNDAY 14:20

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FIREFLIES AEROBATIC DISPLAY TEAM The Fireflies perform in two Van’s RV4s. The Van’s series of sport aircraft are by a long way, the most successful line of build-it-yourself kit planes on the planet. Well over 9,000 RV’s have taken to the skies around the world and the RV4’s that the team fly are a development of the original, single seat RV3.

Weighing in at an empty weight of approximately 500kg the RV4 is about a third the weight of a VW Golf but it’s fitted with a 5.3 Litre 160HP engine giving it performance like a hot-rod. Normal cruising speed is about 160 mph but we don’t do normal, so during the display the Fireflies make the most of the entire flight envelope and will be travelling at everything from zero to over 200 mph.

On Friday Night they will be fully aerobatic for their dusk display, with the use of pyrotechnics. This creates a truly unique spectacle that only a handful of people in the world are able to provide.

Specification Stall Speed Cruise Speed Max Speed Seats: 2

48 mph 170-190 mph 210 mph

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SATURDAY 13:47 SUNDAY 16:17

STRIKEMASTER PAIR

The Strikemaster was built by the British Aircraft Corporation at Warton in Lancashire. It was a light ground attack export version of the Jet Provost. It was never operated by the RAF but was used extensively by airforces as diverse as Equador, Oman and New Zealand.

The aircraft are ex Oman Airforce. The Oman Airforce operated the aircraft successfully in the light ground attack role with notable historical events such as the Dhofar War and the famous Battle of Mirbat in 1972. The Strikemaster played a crucial role in the battle and proved to be an extremely capable aircraft.

The Strikemaster’s engine produces 3500lbs of thrust and is a pure turbo jet which creates a noticeable noise impact!

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The display is designed to show the jets manoeuvrability and its high performance for a straight wing aircraft.

Slow manoeuvres can easily be followed by large vertical manoeuvres. The display is carried at 4g, limiting the stress on the aircraft and pilot!

Type: BAC 167 Strikemaster Mk82A Reg: G-SOAF Military Reg: 425 Serial Number: 425 Year Built: 1986 Smoke system installation: two 100 litre tanks carried on the inboard wing pylons.

SATURDAY 15:20 SUNDAY 15:36

TUTOR The Grob 115E, known by the RAF as the Tutor, is used for Elementary Flying Training.

The Tutor is constructed mainly from carbon fibre reinforced plastic, which combines high strength with light weight. The Tutor has side-by-side seating but, unlike the Bulldog, the primary flight instruments are on the righthand side of the cockpit. This allows the student to fly the aircraft from the right-hand seat with a right-hand stick and a left-hand throttle so that future transition to fast-jet aircraft is made easier.

Unpressurised, and powered by a Textron-Lycoming 180hp piston engine driving a Hoffman three-bladed, constant-speed propeller, the Tutor can cruise at 130kts at sea level and climb to 5,000ft in seven minutes.

The Tutor is a cost-effective, modern elementary training aircraft. The combination of docile handling characteristics and good performance make it very suitable for its training role.

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FRIDAY 19:20 SATURDAY 15:29 SUNDAY 15:45

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TUCANO

ROLE The Tucano T.Mk 1 provides basic fast jet training (BFJT) to RAF and RN aircrew on their training pathway to frontline fast jet aircraft. It is flown by 72 Sqn with No. 1 Flying Training School (FTS), at Royal Air Force Linton-on-Ouse.

CAPABILITY The Tucano T1 combines the economy of turboprop power with jet-like handling and is capable of providing a full range of aircrew training. Formation flying, low-level navigation, poor weather flying and aerobatic handling are taught on 72 Sqn, taking advantage of the aircraft’s excellent endurance to maximise sortie utility. From its base in North Yorkshire, The Tucano is able to fly training sorties as far away as Wales and central Scotland, finding the most suitable weather and taking advantage of varied training environments.

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The Tucano will display for the last time in Southport as the aircraft is retired by the RAF in October.

SPECIFICATIONS Powerplant: one 1,150shp Honeywell TPE331-12B turboprop engine Length: 32ft 4¼in (9.86m) Height: 11ft 1¾in (3.40m) Wingspan: 37ft (11.28m) Wing area: 208sqft (19.33m2) Maximum take-off weight: 6,470lb (2,935kg) Maximum level speed at: 10,000ft 277kt (513km/h) Maximum rate of climb at sea level: 3,270ft/ min (997m/min) Range 954nm (1,767km) Maximum altitude: 25,000ft

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FRIDAY 21:10 SATURDAY 14:31 SUNDAY 13:40

OTTO THE HELICOPTER OTTO The Helicopter is a Schweizer 300C helicopter with fully articulated, three bladed rotor system.

In the capable hands of Roger Buis, OTTO has entertained airshow fans all over the US, the UAE, Mexico, Canada and Australia. Now based in the UK, OTTO will continue the legacy set in the USA displaying across Europe with unique and entertaining displays.

As well as traditional daytime displays, OTTO also performs amazing evening displays with spectacular pyrotechnic

effects and we will see OTTO for all three days. OTTO is displaying with Piper Cub on Friday only.

Performance Maximum speed: 95 kts (109 mph, 176 km/h) Cruise speed: 86 kts (99 mph, 159 km/h) Range: 195 nm (204 miles) Rate of climb: 750 ft/min (3.82 m/s)

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TRAVELLING HOME

Traffic leaving the Air Show can get congested; however delaying your journey by as little as an hour can have an impact on your travel time. If you have parked on the beach then don’t worry, you can leave your car with ease knowing that the tide will not come in – the Southport Air Show is organised around low tide so your car is perfectly safe.

• Head over to Ocean Plaza for a game of bowling at Ten Pin Bowl or catch the latest film at the Vue cinema.

A few ideas of things you can do to delay your journey include...

• Keep tuned into Air Show Radio 87.7.FM & DAB thanks to Sandgrounder Radio, for traffic and travel news. We hope you have enjoyed your time at the Southport Air Show and we look forward to seeing you again next year!

• Grab a bite to eat at one of Southport’s many restaurants, catering for all tastes and parties we are sure you will find something you fancy. See below for a full listing and contact details.

• Pleasureland Southport also opens until late and operates a ‘Pay as you Ride’ scheme so you can experience a few thrills before you head home.

THANKS

Programme Sales: 10% of proceeds of programme sales are donated to No. 281 Southport Squadron RAF Cadets.

Emergency Services – Southport Offshore Rescue Trust, RNLI, Merseyside Police, Fire, Coast Guard and Ambulance Services and St John Ambulance without whose co-operation and hard work the Air Show would not be possible.

Sefton Council would like to extend their thanks to:

TSA Consulting Ltd – Air Display Management

Military Partners:

The participation of all aircraft is subject to serviceability, weather and where applicable operational commitments.

Army Royal Air Force Royal Navy Air Training Corps

Special thanks to:

The information and photography of the aircraft has been supplied and guided by TSA Consulting Ltd. The information in this programme is correct at the time of going to print.

RAF Woodvale, Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Blackpool Airport, Liverpool University Air Squadron, Ocean Plaza, Southport Model Aero Club and Soundgrounder Radio.

Official Air Show Charities:

Extended thanks to this years sponsors

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