In The Air
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Jet Provost T5
Flying Both Days
Welcoming to the display lineup the Jet Provost T5, the final development of the world’s first basic trainer to enter service. During the mid 1960s the RAF focused on high altitude training, the Mk5 met the brief powered by a more capable Rolls Royce Viper engine, which can produce 3000lbs of thrust, a pressurised cockpit and enhanced avionics. A staple of RAF fast jet training for over three decades, the Jet Provost will grace the skies with a smooth, elegant routine that celebrates the golden age of British jet aviation
Spitfire Mk.IX Spirit of Kent
Flying Both Days
On this day, the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe, we are pleased to announce the first of the civil registered piston engine warbirds that will be in attendance and displaying at the Manston International Airshow. 1944 Mk.IX Spitfire TA805 'Spirit of Kent'.
Melanie Astles - Extra 330SC
Flying Both Days
We’re proud to welcome our second female display pilot to Manston International Airshow: Melanie Astles from France flying her stunning Extra 330! Melanie is the current British Unlimited Aerobatics Champion and made history as the first female pilot in the Red Bull Air Race Challenger Class. Her high energy routine is packed with precision and passion, aiming to inspire the world one flight at a time
de Havilland Vampire FB.52
Flying Both Days
Joining us all the way from Norway, the Norwegian Historical Squadron will be displaying their beautiful example of the de Havilland Vampire FB.52. Manston is intertwined with the development of the Vampire. Used both for RAF training and operations from the airfield to the Middle East and Mediterranean, the Vampire was finally retired from operational use at Manston in 1959.
Turbulent Team
Flying Both Days
The ever popular Turbulent Display Team will be in action both days at Manston International Airshow! Flying their four classic D31 Turbulent aircraft with incredible precision and plenty of humour, the team's display features limbo flying, balloon popping, flour bombing and more!
Otto The Helicopter
Flying Both Days
We're excited to confirm that Brendan O'Brien and his world famous helicopter Otto will be displaying on both days at Manston International Airshow! Pilots of the Purple Twilight New for the 2025 season, Brendan brings a brand new twist to his legendary display: daytime pyrotechnics launched directly from the helicopter! It's a sight not to be missed
Jet Pitts S-2S
Flying Both Days
Rich Goodwin will be tearing up the skies on both days at the Manston International Airshow! With the world's only Jet Pitts, Rich delivers a high energy, gravity defying aerobatic routine which has to be seen and heard to be believed
RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team
Flying Both Days
We're delighted to be able to confirm that the RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team will be joining us for the duration of the weekend. With meet and greet opportunities, it's the perfect chance to take inspiration from this incredible team.
Pitts S-1S
Flying Both Days
Welcoming our first female in aviation. Lauren Wilson is a hugely accomplished commercial and aerobatic pilot and we look forward to welcoming her not only because of her impressive display routine but also as part of our 80th anniversary celebration of the Pitts Special design flying her Pitts S1S
RAF Typhoon
Flying Both Days
FLYPAST ONLY - Bringing the noise, the incredibly dynamic Eurofighter Typhoon from the Royal Air Force will be making a flypast on both days of the show
Battle of Britain Memorial Flight
Flying Both Days
FLYPAST ONLY - The mission of the RAF BBMF is to maintain the priceless artefacts of our national heritage in airworthy condition in order to commemorate those who have fallen in the service of this country.
The Great War Display Team
Flying Both Days
A dynamic display of replica first world war aircraft in a safe, carefully choreographed low level dog fight routine that replicates how aircraft were flown during The Great War over the trenches of Northern France & Belgium. The realism will be heightened by the use of pyrotechnics to create a thrilling display.
OV-10 Bronco
Flying Both Days
Our first display announcement and a pilot and aircraft who are no strangers to Manston. The OV-10 Bronco from the Bronco Demo Team. The combination of Tony and this stunning aircraft is simply awesome and we are truly delighted to include them in our lineup
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