Bournemouth Air Festival 2016

[Reds Rolling]

Wondering if the new CAA regulations will have an effect on the ships and boats that congregate on the far side of the display area.

I have to say that having up to a thousand vessels of various shapes and sizes really enhances the show visually, and it would be a shame if they were all stopped from being there or pushed further out to sea.

there's normally a notice to mariners put out and they have a massive semi circle area that's kept clear. they have people on jet-skis moving any swimmers who venture into the area as well.

Yes I know, but that's got very little to do with the question I was asking about whether they'd still be allowed to be there or pushed even further back.

I can't see how the organisers can keep boats completely out of that area, but wouldn't be surprised if the no-go area is made bigger so that it stops aircraft flying directly over the boats as they often do currently.

[Adie1980]

I'm more worried about the weak line up this year rather than the boats...

[kwebb1]

i have to agree, a 4 day airshow attracting the biggest crowds, but the line up is poor,even the smaller shows like weston super mare has a cracking line up!

[cherries]

Air fest line up will be revealed in full at the end of the month. I hope it's worth the wait!

[cherries]

Wish list time ??? Norwegian historic flight Vamps and Mig, JP team, Sea Vixen is a must!!!! P51, KittyHawk, Meteor, RN Merlin, RN Hawks, Gnat display team, Dakota, Corsair, RR Spitfire, Yakolevs, Aerostars, Bronco display team, Strike Master, Red Bull Matadors,

Just a few ideas! Might be a bit late to get any additional foreign military participation but we live in hope. Still plenty of scope to fill a good show!! Come on team get it together!

[Adie1980]

B25 Mitchell confirmed
No idea who the operator is though?

Great news whoever it belongs to!

[The Baron]

B25 Mitchell confirmed
No idea who the operator is though?

Great news whoever it belongs to!

Dutch?

[Reds Rolling]

B25 Mitchell confirmed
No idea who the operator is though?

Great news whoever it belongs to!

Dutch?

I would have thought so. They're at Dunsfold the following weekend so it would make sense.

[Reds Rolling]

Boats to be pushed further out to sea this year, and flying displays also further out.

Better have a big lens if you stand on the cliffs!

[Harvo266]

Also:
- BAC Strikemaster
- Xtreme Air XA41
- Fireflies display team (2x Vans RV-4)

[Micky S]

No Chinook at Bournemouth this year. That's a blow, always a good display

[blackgiant]

Is it true that the Red Arrows will be based at Bournemouth again this year?
Was very disappointing last year when they went to Exeter

[Harvo266]

Yep, Red Arrows are at Bournemouth Airport for all 4 days

[gralee]

Can anyone help with the best spots to go for photography of the flying aircrafts? Never been to Bournemouth so know absolutely nothing.

Any help much appreciated (should I be posting this question somewhere else on here?)

[The Baron]

Can anyone help with the best spots to go for photography of the flying aircrafts? Never been to Bournemouth so know absolutely nothing.

Any help much appreciated (should I be posting this question somewhere else on here?)

The beach is quite a good place to stand closer to the aircraft but I couldn't stand the amount of people!
The East Overcliff tends to be my best spot with good views around and down on the aircraft. In between the the piers is the center line so anywhere there you will get a good view. You do however shoot into the sun at Bournemouth but that can't be helped!
Hope this is of some help!

Except the cliffs are further back than the beaches (obviously)!
It depends on whether you want to take photos or simply kick back and watch the flying. If it's pictures you want you better have a decent lense. Other than that the cliff is definitely a good place.

[gralee]

Many thanks for the replies gents. I have a 500mm lens and a cropped sensor and ideally want to avoid as many people as possible Never been so any image of a plane at Bournemouth will be a bonus, plus I've never shot into the sun skilfully so will be a test and possibly only few keepers!

Can anyone point me in the direction (politely ) of how to get there? Is there car parking nearby?

Is this the area you are talking about? http://bournemouth.streetmapof.co.uk/east-overcliff-drive/

[clearstone]

If you are really early, and are willing to pay quite high parking fees, there is a pay and display car park in Upper Hinton Road which is just to the west of East Overcliff Drive. Many of the other seafront car parking areas are closed as they are used for traders parking etc.

[skidd40]

Many thanks for the replies gents. I have a 500mm lens and a cropped sensor and ideally want to avoid as many people as possible Never been so any image of a plane at Bournemouth will be a bonus, plus I've never shot into the sun skilfully so will be a test and possibly only few keepers!

Can anyone point me in the direction (politely ) of how to get there? Is there car parking nearby?

Is this the area you are talking about? http://bournemouth.streetmapof.co.uk/east-overcliff-drive/

Yep that's the place .....Display center is nearer the Cumberland hotel, the best thing to do is get there early and take a walk along the beach as there is a handy florescent datum banner placed on the cliff, i prefer up top as you get or did get some great Reds syncro shots but you miss a lot of the Beach Assault action and park on Derby road

[Minigill]

Can anyone point me in the direction (politely ) of how to get there? Is there car parking nearby?

Is this the area you are talking about? http://bournemouth.streetmapof.co.uk/east-overcliff-drive/

Bournemouth gets very, very busy and roads congested. I live nearish and took the train in. Train was standing room only (mid morning) and queue for shuttle bus. It is not a long walk however carrying a big lens might make it feel like that way

Area was grid locked with traffic so suggest you arrive early if driving into the centre. Getting out was 7 deep on the railway platform

Should the weather be nice (well you never know!), there will be a lot of holiday makers in the area.

Standing down on the beach area, we were like sardines !

[planenuttoo]

Hmm, I normally arrive Thursday morning, and leave on Monday - not normally a traffic problem and if one is able to walk a couple of miles, then no problems at all.

[Bronco]

According to Navy Wings, the Swordfish has been confirmed for Thursday and Friday only

[gralee]

Thanks a lot Tilney.G, clearstone, skidd40, minigill and planenuttoo. Superb info there. Much appreciated indeed!

[Harvo266]

Timings for the Airshow:
THURSDAY 18TH AUGUST 2016
14:00 - Battle Of Britain Memorial Flight
14:17 - Fireflies
14:29 - RN Black Cats
14:40 - Xtreme
14:49 - Tigers Parachute Team
15:06 - Swiss Super Puma Display Team
15:23 - Blades Aerobatic Team
15:45 - RAF Red Arrows
NIGHT AIR
20:25 - Otto & Fireflies
20:39 - Aerosparx
21:00 - Red Devils Parachute Team

[Harvo266]

FRIDAY 19TH AUGUST 2016
14:00 - Battle Of Britain Memorial Flight
14:17 - RN Flypast (Swordfish and 2x Wildcat's)
14:22 - RN Swordfish
14:32 - RN Black Cats
14:43 - Breitling Wingwalkers
15:00 - Tigers Parachute Team
15:17 - Blades Aerobatic Team
15:45 - RAF Red Arrows
16:17 - Xtreme
16:27 - Sally B
16:39 - Swiss Super Puma Display Team
16:56 - RAF Typhoon Display Team
NIGHT AIR
20:25 - Otto & Fireflies
20:39 - Aerosparx
21:00 - Red Devils Parachute Team

EDITED: TIMINGS HAVE BEEN UPDATED

[Harvo266]

SATURDAY 20TH AUGUST 2016
12:30 - RM & RM Beach Assault
13:10 - Great War Display Team
13:35 - B-25 Mitchell
13:45 - Sally B
14:00 - Battle Of Britain Memorial Flight
14:17 - BAC Strikemaster
14:27 - Xtreme
14:37 - RN Black Cats
14:48 - Breitling Wingwalkers
15:05 - Blades Aerobatic Team
15:22 - Tigers Parachute Team
15:45 - RAF Red Arrows
16:19 - Swiss Super Puma Display Team
16:36 - RAF Typhoon Display Team
NIGHT AIR
20:20 - Otto & Fireflies
20:34 - Aerosparx
21:00 - Red Devils Parachute Team