Blackpool Air Show is set to return next month with some of the finest military and civilian aircraft performing over the seafront.
The event is a free two-day show on August 9 and 10, with a magnificent line-up.
The much-loved Red Arrows will be performing at the show on both days.
The Red Arrows are one of the world’s premier aerobatic display teams, flying in distinctive jets demonstrating the excellence and capabilities of the Royal Air Force and the service’s people.
Also in the line-up is the RAF Typhoon. The Typhoon FGR4 is piloted by Sqn Ldr Nathan Shawyer with the display team celebrating its 20 year anniversary this year.
This multi-role aircraft is capable of being deployed in various air operations, with a top speed of 1400 mph and is powered by two Rolls Royce engines.
There is also set to be a Battle of Britain Memorial Flight commemorating all those who have lost their lives serving in the RAF or its predecessor, the Royal Flying Corps, in all conflicts from 1914 up to the present.
Flying in this memorial flight is a Supermarine Spitfire, which was critical in the Battle of Britain in 1940, The Hawker Hurricane, which played a vital role in the Battle of Britain also and the Avro Lancaster which is the most famous and successful RAF bomber of World War 2.
The Ravens are also set to perform their display that has wowed audiences across Europe since 2014.
Two professional wing walkers are to perform acrobatics whilst being strapped to the top wings of Boeing Stearman biplanes.
These planes all reach speeds of 150mph and can have G forces of up to 4Gs.
The Catalina, formally known as PBY Catalina, is a flying boat recognised for its pivotal role in aviation history will also fly over the seafront.
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Also joining the line-up are Calidus Autogyro, Yak Trio, Strikemaster, Muscle Pitts and Chipmunk.
The event also has plenty to see on the ground with the chance to get up close to a Red Arrow jet and have the opportunity to sit in the cockpit as a pilot.
There will also be an array of vendors set up down the promenade for people to visit.
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