Typhoon jetting in for Air Display

Friday 16 July 2021

The Royal Airforce Typhoon Display Team has been added to this year's Air Display.

The Typhoon can undertake a 'full spectrum' of air operations and requires a team of 29 specialists to operate and prepare each display.

"We are excited to welcome the Typhoon Display Team to Guernsey for the first time," said Guernsey's Flying Display Director, Barry Neal.

"Due to the pandemic, as for many military display teams, the Typhoon did not display in 2020, so it is a real honour to have them join the line-up this September. They will put on a great show for us!"

The Typhoon will join an iconic line up of the Red Arrows, the Lancaster Bomber, two Spitfires, and many more on 9 September. 

Pictured: The Typhoon was first developed in 1983 with its maiden flight in 1994.

The air display is supported by sponsors and fund-raising is continuing for this year's event.

“We have had a great deal of generosity from the local community, and we are very grateful for all the support we have received to date," said Organiser Natalie Davidson.

"This is a real community focused event, and there will be something for everyone to enjoy. For us to put on the full display, we are hoping for a couple of additional large injections of money," she said.

This year's air display will take place on 9 September and you can offer your support ONLINE.