The Royal Air Force’s iconic aerobatic team, the Red Arrows, thrilled audiences at the recent VE Day celebrations, but if you missed their breathtaking flypast, rest assured there are plenty more chances to see them perform throughout 2025. This summer, the Red Arrows will be making numerous appearances, including a standout show at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) in Gloucestershire this July.
Currently honing their skills in pre-season training over Greece, the Red Arrows are preparing for a busy display schedule that runs through to October. Early shows will bring their signature red, white, and blue displays to airshows such as the Midlands Air Festival in Alcester and the English Riviera Air Display in Torbay at the end of May.
Throughout the season, the legendary Hawk T1 jets will visit almost every region across the UK, showcasing precision flying at major events including the Isle of Man TT races, Goodwood Festival of Speed, British Grand Prix at Silverstone, and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
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The team’s dynamic performances adapt to weather conditions with three types of displays: full aerobatic routines on clear days, rolling displays when cloud cover is moderate, and flat displays—which include flypasts and steep turns—when the cloud base is below 2,500 feet.
The team comprises nine jets split into two sections: the front five aircraft, affectionately called “Enid” (a nod to Enid Blyton’s Famous Five), and the rear four jets, known as “Hanna” after Red Arrows co-founder Ray Hanna.
Aside from their busy UK schedule, the Red Arrows will proudly represent Britain on an international tour across Europe, featuring appearances in Spain, Denmark, Romania, Poland, Belgium, and the Czech Republic.
Here is a snapshot of key 2025 events with confirmed Red Arrows displays:
- 24–26 May: Battle of Crete Air Display, Chania & Thessaloniki Air Show, Greece
- 30 May – 1 June: Midlands Air Festival, Alcester & English Riviera Air Display, Torbay
- 5–8 June: Isle of Man TT Races & RAF Cosford Air Show
- 14 June: King’s Birthday Flypast, London
- 21–29 June: Northern Ireland Armed Forces Day, Duxford Summer Air Show, Shuttleworth Festival, Battle of Britain Airshow
- 5–6 July: Wales National Airshow, Swansea & British Grand Prix, Silverstone
- 10–13 July: Goodwood Festival of Speed
- 18–20 July: Royal International Air Tattoo, RAF Fairford
- 21–27 July: Tall Ships Races (Aberdeen), Swanage Carnival, Old Buckenham Airshow
- August: Blackpool Airshow, Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Falmouth Week, Airbourne Eastbourne International Airshow, Clacton Airshow, Sidmouth Regatta
- 24–31 August: Roskilde Airshow, Bucharest International Air Show, Radom Airshow (Poland)
- September: International Ayr Show, Great North Run Flypast, Guernsey and Jersey Air Displays, Sanicole Airshow (Belgium), NATO Days (Czech Republic), Malta International Airshow
Whether you’re in the UK or elsewhere in Europe, 2025 offers numerous opportunities to witness the Red Arrows’ breathtaking aerial artistry. Mark your calendars and prepare for a summer of thrilling aviation spectacles.