RNAS Yeovilton's Air Day Official Launch

RNAS Yeovilton's air day has officially launched, with the show taking place on the 8th of July.

Every year tens of thousands of people attend and this year is a landmark anniversary for the event.

Aircraft like the swordfish and sea fury which were the stars of the first air day here back in 1947 will be taking to the skies again 70 years on.

The Royal Navy are receiving the first of the Queen Elizabeth Class Carriers later this year so the crowds will be able to get a close-up look at the F35s on the ground which will be used on the carriers.

Also this year the iconic Lynx helicopter has been replaced by the Wildcat, so it’s a chance for the public to see them in action.

There will be a total of around 5 hours of air displays on the day, including one from the Red Arrows!