Farnborough Airshow 2014

[matthew mcdonald]

Hi,

I am heading over to the Farnborough Airshow next July and was just fishing for some opinions on how to do the show. I was wondering (for anyone that has attended before) if it is worth doing the trade day and one of the weekend days. (Which is what I am looking at doing).

Also, I am thinking of definitely bying the grandstand seats for the 2 days as I have heard these are the better seats.

Any help and/or opinions would be greatly appreciated.

[David C]

Matthew ,
Ive been fortunate to have been to 7 Farnborough Air Shows over the years . Just to answer your questions . It is most certainly worth a visit or two during the trade days , there is nearly always an exhibit that will visit on trade days only and not public days , so don't miss the trade days . The weekends can get very crowded , but these are the days when the main flying displays take place , so it is a must . Arrive early ( read very early ) and stay till late . Ive never taken advantage of grandstand seating , so I cant comment there , however , I would imagine for the extra cost it may be a worthwhile consideration .
Do you know the RIAT ( Royal International Air Tattoo ) is taking place at RAF Fairford on 11-13 July . RAF Fairford is in Gloucestershire , about 120Km W of Farnborough . It is a must see , and you should give it your utmost to get there . You will not be disappointed at this military only display . its possibly the Worlds best military air show .
All the best ,
Dave C

[Nathan Long]

I second David's RIAT recommendation.

Here are a few videos from others with the 2013 action:

Wednesday arrivals

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jERpwEvn0Mk

Thursday arrivals

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKDAqBx5d6s

Friday arrivals

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PabVXarhUjQ

Polish MiG-29 display

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xe5LJ-3cSoY

BA A380 & Red Arrows

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfVWMa6tvsg

Monday departures

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yg-FKMayX3A