Displays added to Eastbourne Airshow after Red Arrows cancel

The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress 'Sally B' and the Conair Turbo Firecat have been added to the Airbourne: Eastbourne International Airshow lineup.

They serve as replacements after the RAF Red Arrows cancelled their performances because poor weather left them stranded in Canada following a US tour.

Newly Added Displays

• Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress 'Sally B': Europe's last remaining airworthy B-17 will fly from Friday to Sunday.
• Conair Turbo Firecat: Making its Airbourne debut on Saturday and Sunday, this firefighting aircraft will deliver a unique water-drop display over the seafront. 

Remaining Main Lineup

The updated programme for the four-day event running from 13–16 August 2026 still includes major crowd favourites: 

• RAF Typhoon Display Team
• Battle of Britain Memorial Flight
• Red Devils Army Parachute Display Team
• Black Cats Helicopter Display Team
• AeroSuperBatics Wingwalkers
• Rich Goodwin's Jet Pitts