Aerobatics Collection (#3)

Councillor Les Mann, deputy mayor of Sunderland and North-East Aircraft Museum manager Ian Bowes haul the Gloster Meteor F8 from its hanger

Twelve BAC Jet Provost training aircraft perform a fly past for thirteen RAF officers who received their wings at a passing out parade at RAF Acklington. 14th May, 1964

Wearside pilot Les Richardson flies his Currie Wot 1930s British single-seat aerobatic biplane aircraft over the River Wear in Sunderland. (Circa 14/06/80)

Aircraft from aerobatic display team perform at an airshow. (Circa June 1995)

An Avro 504 biplane carries a daring wing walker of the Cornwall Aviation Co. Ltd. St Austell at Sir Alan Cobhams Cramlington flying display in 1932. Cramlington airfield, aerodrome, airport

A de Havilland Tiger Moth biplane during its display at the Sunderland Airshow. 14/06/1981

The Red Arrows in Diamond Nine formation seen here performing at RAF Scampton, Lincoln 29th April 1968 watscan - - 08/06/2010

Aerial view of Hendon Air Pageant as a RAF Bristol F. 2 Fighter over flies the crowd
Aerial view of Hendon Air Pageant as a RAF Bristol F.2 Fighter over flies the crowd. July 1921

Aircraft Hawker Hunter Sept 1962 - Hawker Hunters of the RAF 92 Sqd Blue Diamonds aerobatic team displaying at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show 1962

Aircraft BAe Hawk T1 The Red Arrows August 1993 - Red Arrows RAF aerobatic team at the Wroughton Airshow in 1993

Aircraft English Electric Lightning F3s June 1965, fly in a formation and break off for landing at RAF Leconfield as they prepare for a flying display at the Paris Air Show 1965

SBAC Farnborough Air Show 1962 - Aircraft 7 English Electric Lightning F1s of 74 Sqd fly in formation with 18 Hawker Hunters of 92 Sqds Blue Diamonds formation team

Aircraft English Electric Lightning F3s and Hawker Siddeley Gnat T1s fly in a 12 ship formation as they prepare for a flying display at the Paris Air Show 1965

Aircraft Jet Provost trainers flying in formation at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show in September 1962

Scout Sports, Kingston. Display of Swedish Drill. 1st July 1934

An air display at Hendon being filmed for the weekly news reel. Circa 1935

A Red Arrows display Gnat trainers flying in formation over their base at Chivenor. April 1967 P003995

A Red Arrows display, Gnat trainers flying in formation over their base at Chivenor, Thursday 27th April 1967

England, Gloucestershire, Fairford, Vulcan Bomber and Red Arrows, Air Tattoo

Hawker Hunter F-6
A Formation of RAF 92 Squadron Hawker Hunter F.6S in Formation Vertical Climb with White Smoke Trails - the 1960 RAF Fighter Command Reserve Aerobatic Team Date: 1960

Aichi 99 D3A Val
An Aichi 99 D3A Val Dive Bomber Flying over Snow Covered Fields Date: 1940s

Roulettes, Australia Day, Melbourne
The Roulettes, The Royal Australian Airforces elite formation aerobatic display team performing over Melbourne during Australia Day celebrations. Melbourne, Australia

The Roulettes

The Roulettes, Australia Day, Melbourne
The Roulettes, The Royal Australian Airforces elite formation aerobatic display team performing over Melbourne during Australia Day celebrations. Melbourne, Australia

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In the exhilarating world of aerobatics, history is etched in the skies. Take a journey back to 1972 when The Red Arrows soared over the majestic Niagara Falls, leaving spectators breathless with their precision and skill. But they were not alone in capturing hearts; the Hawker Hunters of the Black Arrows commanded attention with their daring maneuvers that pushed boundaries and defied gravity. And who could forget the Gloster Gladiator I aircraft of 87 Squadron? A symbol of resilience and bravery, it painted an indelible mark on aviation history. Amongst those fearless pilots were Lorimer, Feeny, and Dewdney - names forever associated with courage and audacity as they took to the skies in their Gloster Gladiators. Meanwhile, at the Central Flying School, De Havilland Tiger Moth aircraft showcased elegance and grace amidst soaring heights. The Avro Tutor proved its mettle as a true performer while Bristol Bulldog IIA displayed its power through every twist and turn. But it was undoubtedly the Supermarine Spitfire 8/VIII that stole hearts with its iconic design and unmatched agility. As time went on, aerobatics evolved but never lost its charm. The Avro Tutor aircraft continued to captivate audiences at Central Flying School while Gloster Gladiator I reminded us all of our rich aviation heritage. Fast forward to present times; witness awe-inspiring displays by The Red Arrows display team at Bournemouth Air Festival in Dorset, England. Their synchronized formations leave spectators spellbound as they push boundaries like no other. Aerobatics - where passion meets precision; where dreams take flight against gravity's pull, and is a testament to human ingenuity and determination that continues to inspire generations worldwide.