Jersey International Air Display
Avro Vulcan B2 G-VLCN/XH558 at Jersey International Air Display 2010. Photo by Bob Franklin
Jersey is the largest of the Channel Islands, Jersey Air display takes place over St. Aubins bay. The Air show is organised by Jersey International Air display on behalf of The Royal Air Force Association and includes a variety of interesting Aircraft from around the World.
Jersey International Air Display official Website
Jersey International Air Display 2011 - Thursday 8th & Friday 9th September 2011
Building up for another great display and rare aircraft, but sadly for the first time in over 30 years, Jersey Air show was cancelled. Mother nature made sure of that, but it didn’t dampen the spirits of the many members of the public who turned up.
A number of aircraft did not arrive because of the weather conditions, which also caused many problems at Jersey and Guernsey airports. Let’s hope Mike Higgins and his team have better luck in 2012.
Images courtesy of Bob Franklin
Jersey International Air Display 2010 - Thursday 9th September 2010
Jersey the Channel Islands, not just for a good holiday, or its past history but in the month of September Jersey has its own international air display, ideal for any aircraft enthusiast. During the second week of the month you have the chance to see historic aircraft arrive at Jersey's airport.
A Nimrod MRA4 appeared for a flypast, a bonus in itself, as it is rare to see one of these new generation aircraft at an air show. Another rare type was the Andover XS606 from The Empire Test Pilots School. Classic jets from The Swedish Air Force Historic Flight also took part with the J 29, flying alongside the F-86A Sabre. Followed by the Paris MS-760A with the SK60.
Bringing things back to modern aircraft, the F-16 flown by CPT Mitch Beulen from the Belgian Air Force, who carried out his normal precision display including his flares. Display teams were well represented including The Hard Ship Red team from Belgian, The Red Arrows and the Patrouille de France, who could not do their full display because of low cloud.
Another firm favourite the Avro Vulcan, put in its usual noisy display and also carried out a flypast with The Red Arrows, to add to the enjoyment of the crowds. Another aircraft with the Avro name was the Lancaster, not seen at Jersey for a number of years, flying alongside the Spitfire and Hurricane from the BBMF.
Images courtesy of Bob Franklin
With the hard work from Mike Higgins, the air display organiser and his team who organised an outstanding event. Also we must thank those who sponsored the Jersey International Air Display. Make a date for the 8th September 2011.
Jersey International Air Display 2009 - 10th September 2009
Jersey in the Channel Islands recognised as a holiday location, but a holiday with a difference. To Aircraft enthusiasts Jersey is a worthwhile place for a visit to the International Air display, during the second weekend of September. Mike Higgins the Air display organizer has managed to attract rare Aircraft over the years, and this year 2009 was a bonus by bringing together historic Aircraft.
Highlights from the 2009 show were from the Swedish Air Force with their Historic Flight. A Saab J 29 Tunnan and a Saab 105/SK60 flying as a pair in neat formation moves, following this the J 29 went into a graceful solo display. Other rare Aircraft of the day were two Flamants MD 311, MD 312, a marvelous flight and display, and with such a strong wind it did not spoil the Aircraft's performance. The Avro Anson flown by Mike Collett, again affected by the wind held up well with a good display. With a possible beach landing was a no go. The Belgium F-16 solo display was at it's best, with a burst of flares half way into the display, which was flown by Captain Beulen.
On to the Aerobatic teams, the Cartouche Dore is one of two display teams, a three-ship of which are made up of training Aircraft and flown by instructors. An interesting act. Other displays are the Guinot wing walkers, a credit to the young Ladies on top of the Aircraft, it must have been hard work for them because of the gusting winds, not good for the skin.
Now to the Warbirds, the Supermarine Seafire, A-26B Invader and P-51 Mustang from the Scandinavian Historic flight, which has supported the Jersey display over the years. Also it was nice to see B-17 Pink Lady, her future was on a very thin ice until a Film Company came to her rescue. Fingers crossed for next season. The B-25 Mitchell is always nice to see, shame about the BBMF fighters who could not make it because of weather conditions. They were sadly missed but the BBMF Dakota braved the wind around St. Aubins bay and put in it's normal polished display.
The Navy Lynx did a flypast with a white Ensign with a Fly Navy 100. Also seen was MH.1521M Broussard, another rare sight. Finally the Red Arrows flying against a deep blue sky carried out their usual impeccable display bringing the Jersey Air show to an end.
Images courtesy of Bob Franklin
Full credit to Mike Higgins and his team for organising another fantastic Air show. To all holiday makers and Aircraft enthusiasts make a date for the Jersey International Air show September 2010.