Today was the start of the the 4-day "Airbourne" free air display at Eastbourne seafront. The display aircraft often use Shoreham as a convenient base. Some of the regulars might remember that I posted some shots of a Yak 52 doing a belly landing this time last year. I popped over there today to see what was going on. Unfortunately the weather was not so good. Here's a selection of some of the visiting aircraft.
The Blue Eagles Lynx & Gazelle (I think). The visibility wasn't too good when these guys left for their display.
Conditions got worse before the Chinook took off.
The Merlin. First time I've seen one.
Aha, the weather's brightening & here's the reserve Harrier we were expecting. The RAF always has a spare aircraft at these events in case the display aircraft goes U/S. The traditional bow to the tower on arrival.
The Royal Netherlands Air Force Pilatus PC-7. I thought the colours matched nicely.
One of a pair of Short Tucanos. I had a nice chat with the pilot. That's what I like about it here, rather than driving all the way to crowded Eastbourne.
The display Harrier arriving back from Eastbourne - 5 minutes as the Harrier flies. No apologies for what's almost a duplicate shot. I've always loved this aircraft.
There should be lots more happening tomorrow. Hope it's bright & sunny so I can get some better shots.
Here's the "Airbourne" site. http://www.eastbourneairshow.com/
Unfortunately the Reds won't be visiting Shoreham.
Seems like only yesterday 
Thanks Tempest. I was told it was a Merlin & didn't bother to check. What I don't know about helicopters would fill several large volumes. 
