In 2019 and 2021 the Shuttleworth July show has focused on the lighter side of aviation, specifically the Light Aircraft Association. This offers a chance for sport and light aviation types to take centre stage and enjoy that typical garden party atmosphere that Old Warden evening shows are famous for. This years event was extra … Continue reading Shuttleworth Collection Flying For Fun Evening Show 17th July 2021
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Shuttleworth Military Airshow 2021
Traditionally held on the first Sunday of July, the Shuttleworth Military airshow (pageant in the past) has played host to all manner of wonderful visiting types in the past, together with the collections Military types. In recent years this show has brought sights such as the Avro Vulcan, B-17, Seven Hurricanes, Multiple Spitfires and the … Continue reading Shuttleworth Military Airshow 2021
Shuttleworth Collection Celebrates 100 Years of the RAF – Season Premiere 6th May 2018
The first Shuttleworth Collection airshow of 2018 took place on the 6th May and marked the 100th Anniversary of the Royal Air Force. Weather conditions were absolutely perfect, with strong sunshine and hardly any wind throughout the afternoon. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/27283395147/in/dateposted-public/ The static display featured some gems to enjoy before the show, including the Bristol Scout replica, … Continue reading Shuttleworth Collection Celebrates 100 Years of the RAF – Season Premiere 6th May 2018
Brooklands Museum Aircraft Factory & Flight Shed
The name Brooklands is synonymous with British automotive history, being home to the first purpose built motor-racing circuit in the world. Another important part of the sites story is a rich history of aviation development design and testing. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/38781374084/in/dateposted-public/ Brooklands was one of the first cradles of aviation in the United Kingdom and would ultimately … Continue reading Brooklands Museum Aircraft Factory & Flight Shed
Airshow Moment 2017 – Sopwith Snipe’s UK Swansong
Having been heavily effected by high winds in 2016, the 2017 Shuttleworth Collection Edwardian Pageant was blessed with a bit more luck. A large number of the WW1 aeroplanes were able to fly alongside a number of family favourite acts. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/36180080174/in/dateposted-public/ One of the WW1 displays will be fondly remembered by many in attendance. The … Continue reading Airshow Moment 2017 – Sopwith Snipe’s UK Swansong
Stow Maries Evening Photo Shoot 22nd April 2017
An early season treat that I haven't yet got round to posting was my first trip out to a Timeline Events photoshoot. I've always wanted to attend a nightshoot but none had quite taken my fancy until the events at Stow Maries appeared early last year. I was unable to attend either of the events … Continue reading Stow Maries Evening Photo Shoot 22nd April 2017
A New Age of Fighters – Part 1 – Royal Aircraft Factory SE5a
Another new series of posts I am trying to put together take a look at the begining and end of key stages of fighting aircraft. These "handover" points can be seen in a number of key designs in history. The end of the great war saw favour change from the rotary unstable scout, which to … Continue reading A New Age of Fighters – Part 1 – Royal Aircraft Factory SE5a
Museum Profile – Yorkshire Air Museum
This November saw my first visit to the Yorkshire Air Museum for a number of years. The collection of aircraft and artefacts gathered on this old Bomber Command airfield is extraordinary. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/30603175053/in/album-72157677304006626/ The standout exhibits have to be the wonderful Halifax and the de Havilland Mosquito, the latter of which was one of the main … Continue reading Museum Profile – Yorkshire Air Museum
Shuttleworth Collection Wings & Wheels show 2016
Taking over the traditional early September slot from the Shuttleworth Pageant (I hope this tradition of getting all the collection's airworthy aircraft in the sky returns in 2017) was the Wings and Wheels show. This theme saw extended vehicle displays taking place ahead of the flying allowing collection and visiting vehicles to perform. https://www.flickr.com/photos/127965535@N04/30252857031/in/dateposted-public/ Flying-wise … Continue reading Shuttleworth Collection Wings & Wheels show 2016
Shuttleworth Collection Dawn Photoshoot – 19th March 2016
The past few years have seen a rise in the popularity of evening and night shoots across the aviation community, especially during the off-season. Following on from Shuttleworth's first venture into night-shoots back in October they offered the unique chance to catch the collection's aircraft in the early morning light and sunrise. Having never attended … Continue reading Shuttleworth Collection Dawn Photoshoot – 19th March 2016
Warbird Tails 