ROYAL AERO CLUB

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

UNITED KINGDOM

Events are always subject to change, rescheduling and cancellation
also some events are subject to NOTAMs or Information Circulars (AICs)
ALWAYS CHECK BEFORE SETTING OUT

Tepephone numbers are for the UK. From other countries, replace first 0 with +44

The listing includes some major sports events which generate significant aviation activity, sometimes including temporary heli-ports.

The Safety Presentation Evenings and other events provided by GASCo have been included in the events list below.
For the full programme, click the link to:
GASCo Events.

For the requirements and guidance for organising all types of aviation events in the UK, see CAA publication CAP 403.
Also the new CAP1724 on Display Pilot Authorisation
Click here for a link to download PDF copies of these CAPs.
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For extensive lists of balloon events, see:
http://www.balloonevents.org/
http://www.ballooncalendar.com/
http://www.easyballoons.co.uk/balloon-meets-events/

For an extensive list of model flying contests and events, see:
the British Model Flying Association calendar.

The Royal Aeronautical Society and its local Branches organise an extensive series of public lectures and conferences on a variety of aviation topics.
These are held at several venues throughout the UK and abroad, see:
Royal Aeronautical Society Events List

The Red Arrows and other current and historic military aircraft
take part in airshows and solo performances throughout much of the year including some at non-airfield venues.
Their schedules will be listed on:
https://www.raf.mod.uk/display-teams/
https://navywings.org.uk/home/events/
Where announced, these will be included below. All are subject to amendment.
Also there are some other private performances at unpublicised military venues.

Government Coronavirus restrictions are likely to apply for several months.

Almost all major UK events until late August have cancelled, though some are still scheduled in September. As well as flying events, this includes ground events such as aerojumble sales. Some smaller events such a fly-ins are planning a late decision - always check.

From late March, many smaller airfields were closed and flying ceased. In England only, most were partially reopened from mid May for limited flying (including gliding), while dual training and parachuting were reinstated from early July. Many airfields still do not allow spectators and casual visitors by road.

Several museums and also some airfield cafes in England were reopened from July 4 and more (including Duxford) from August 1, but subject to restrictions, some requiring pre-booking. Check websites or phone them before visiting.