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RAF Waddington International Air Show Competition
There are 2 Family Passes to be won (one for Saturday 5th July & one for Sunday 6th July) for the RAF Waddington International Air Show which
takes place on the 5th & 6th July 2008 at RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire.
Simply select the Vulcan bomber from the three aircraft photos (A, B, and C) on the right. Please enter your Name, Email,
Address, and your prefered day (Saturday or Sunday) in the form below. The competition will run until midnight on Sunday 8th June 2008 and the two lucky winners will be notified shortly after this date and each receive a Family Pass to this thrilling event.
Details of this Airshow can be found at www.waddingtonairshow.co.uk
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RAF Waddington International Air Show 2008
Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th July 2008
Royal Air Force Station Waddington in Lincolnshire, the county that is considered by many to be the traditional heartland and spiritual home of the Royal Air Force, has been host since 1995 to the RAF's biggest air show. It has a well-earned reputation for appealing to enthusiasts and families alike, and is considered to be one of the UK's top military air shows.
Background
RAF Waddington is a fully operational unit of No 2 Group within RAF Air Command and is home to No 34 Expeditionary Air Wing comprising the RAF's airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) aircraft. Four resident squadrons, Nos 8, 23, 51 and 54(R) Squadrons operate the Boeing E-3D Sentry and Nimrod R1 aircraft in these roles. The Sentry aircraft of Nos 8, 23 and 54(R) Squadrons also constitute the UK Component of the NATO Airborne Early Warning Force. The newly re-formed 5(AC) Sqn, which recently received its first Sentinel R1 aircraft, will pick up its historic "army co-operation" mantle and operate in the ASTOR (Airborne Stand-Off Radar) role.
The Airshow
Sponsored by the Air Force Board of the Defence Council, the Waddington International Air Show is the largest of the RAF's official air shows. The venue has acquired a hard-earned reputation amongst visiting pilots and aircrew for its excellent hospitality, and is consequently always very well supported by aircraft from around the western world - many not often seen in the UK.
The 6-hour flying display has a truly international flavour and is expected to include at least 1 top national display team. The static aircraft display will feature up to 100 military and civilian aircraft in 3 separate parks.
Tickets
Tickets for adults are £16 in advance or £20 on the day - children are £7 in advance or £10 on the day. Under 5s are free.
Details of ticket booking and prices are available at www.waddingtonairshow.co.uk
Opening Times:
0800
Gates Open
All ground attractions open
Helicopter Pleasure Flying Begins
0900
Bands begin playing in No3 Hangar
0915 (Sunday)
Ecumenical Church Service in No3 Hangar
1030
Flying Display Begins
1630
Flying Display Ends
Ground attractions remain open
Pleasure Flying continues until 1800
1830
Gates Close
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Which of the three photographs above
shows the mighty Vulcan bomber
(A, B, or C)?
Competition Now Closed.
Answer = C. Vulcan Bomber
Waddington Competition Winners:
Family Pass (Saturday) -
Christopher Mitchell, Bedfordshire.
Family Pass (Sunday) -
Richard Walter, Wiltshire.
Details of this Airshow including ticket prices and booking can be found on the official RAF Waddington International Air Show website at www.waddingtonairshow.co.uk
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