Wales Airshow

Taking to the skies over Swansea Bay on 5 and 6 July 2025

Tigers ready to pounce

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Tigers

IT will be like the opening scene from a James Bond movie this summer when skydivers fly towards Swansea Bay from thousands of feet above.

Swansea Council has now confirmed that the expert Tigers parachute display team have been added to the line-up for the Wales National Airshow on Saturday July 2 and Sunday July 3.

The team, formed in 1986, has performed across the world in locations including Berlin, Kosovo, Cyprus and Denmark.

Union Jack parachutes have featured in some of their past displays, much like the iconic opening scene from The Spy Who Loved Me, starring Roger Moore as 007.

Cllr Robert Francis-Davies, Swansea Council’s Cabinet Member for Enterprise, Development and Regeneration, said: “We’ve already confirmed a number of aircraft taking part in the Wales National Airshow this summer, but there’s much more to look forward to at the event as well.

“The Airshow will also include plenty of ground-based entertainment and the confirmation of the Tigers means we’ve now got one of the world’s best parachute display teams on board, too.

“The line-up is now really starting to take shape for an event that’s sure to live long in the memory for the many thousands of spectators who attend.

“Last year’s attendance of more than 170,000 people speaks volumes for the Airshow’s enduring popularity, which is why it’s now being developed into an annual event.

“This is the best free event of its kind in Wales, helping generate millions of pounds for the local economy and giving Swansea’s residents and visitors people world class entertainment in the skies above Swansea Bay.”

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app-widget-imageA new app has also been launched to help keep Wales National Airshow fans up to speed with this summer’s free event.

Because of the popularity of the event, car park spaces in the city centre fill up quickly. However, to take the headache out of parking on the day, it is now possible to book premium parking at the Recreation Ground. All day parking is available at £16.50 per car, per day. The car park is located right next to the main ground display area and will be open from 9:00am – 7:00pm each day.

The official WNAS16 App, now available on iPhones as well as Android and Windows phones, includes news updates, information on aircraft and ground displays, links to hotels and details on Swansea restaurants and other events.

Displays already confirmed include the Red Arrows, the Eurofighter Typhoon, the Bronco Demo Team, Team Yakovlevs and Team Raven.

A comprehensive list of display times will be fed into the app at 10am on June 30.

The app, which is the only way to find out about the official timetable, can be downloaded from iTunes, Google Play and the Windows Phone App Store.

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Download the Official WNAS16 APP!

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Buy the Wales National Airshow 2016 APP
A NEW app has been launched to help keep Wales National Airshow fans up to speed with this summer’s free event.  

The official WNAS16 App, now available on iPhones as well as Android and Windows phones, includes news updates, information on aircraft and ground displays, links to hotels and details on Swansea restaurants and other events.

Swansea Council is behind the app and has teamed up with a number of local businesses who are providing  a selection of offers that can be redeemed in  in and around Swansea Bay over the course of the weekend.

Download the Airshow APPCllr Robert Francis-Davies, Swansea Council’s Cabinet Member for Enterprise, Development and Regeneration, said: “The free Wales National Airshow has been an outstanding success story for Swansea since being first introduced in 2009, but we’re always looking for ways to improve both the event and the visitor experience.

“The dedicated Wales National Airshow app is a fantastic idea  allowing people to keep up with the latest airshow news when they’re on the move enjoying both the ground and air displays over the course of the weekend. As well as helping people plan their visits to Swansea Bay, the app will also include the event timetable when details are finalised or if there are any last minute changes. ,

“We hope the app will further add to a visitor experience that’s worth over £7.6m for the local economy after 170,000 people visited in 2015. Its this kind of popularity, which was behind many requests from the public to make this an annual event. ”

The Wales National Airshow is being held on Saturday July 2 and Sunday July 3. Displays already confirmed include the Red Arrows, the Eurofighter Typhoon, the Bronco Demo Team, Team Yakovlevs and Team Raven.

Other displays, as well as details of ground-based entertainment, will be announced over coming weeks, along with special offers being added regularly in the build-up to the event .

A comprehensive list of display times will be fed into the app at 10am on June 30.

The APP can be downloaded from iTunes, Google Play and Windows Phone App Store at an Early Bird price of £1.49**.

*The Comprehensive list of display times will be fed into the APP at 10am on June 30th 2016.  This will then be updated when any time changes are necessary making sure you know what’s going on when and enabling you to plan.

**The Price of the APP on Windows Phone Store is dependant on the exchange rate and may fluctuate. The Early bird offer ends at Midnight June 17, price will then rise to £2.29.

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Bronco Demo Team and Team Yakovlevs added to lineup!

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TWO more world class aerobatic display teams have been added to the line-up for this summer’s Wales National Airshow in Swansea.

Swansea Council has confirmed that the Bronco Demo Team and Team Yakovlevs will be taking part in the free event on Saturday July 2 and Sunday July 3.

The Wales National Airshow forms part of the council’s Enjoy Swansea Bay programme of events and activities.

The Bronco Demo Team has been displaying at events across Europe since 2010. Although there have been a number of varying models since, the original North American Rockwell OV-10 Bronco is an observation aircraft that was first deployed in the Vietnam War.

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With more than 1,000 displays across the world, Team Yakovlevs also has a wealth of experience. Designed by Moscow’s famous Yakovlev Design Bureau, the aircraft have also been used for training and aerobatic competitions.

Keep an eye on www.walesnationalairshow.com for updates.

The Official WNAS16 APP – Coming Soon!

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WNAS16 APP Coming Soon!

The Wales National Airshow 2016 app will enable spectators to view the official timetable of displays within a dynamic timetable. It will also provide details on each of the acts on display, links to help you plan your visit as well as access to a whole host of discount offers at our marketing partners.

Details on when the app will be available in the various app stores will announced shortly.

Team Raven join the bill for WNAS16!

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Team Raven - Air Display Team

ADVENTUROUS local pilots will take to the skies above Swansea Bay to entertain many thousands of people this summer.

Swansea Council has now confirmed that Team Raven will be participating at the free Wales National Airshow being held on the weekend of Saturday July 2 and Sunday July 3.

Team Raven is a formation aerobatic display team that formed in May 2014 after the disbandment of Team Osprey and Team Viper.

Their confirmation for this year’s free Airshow follows news that the Red Arrows and a Eurofighter Typhoon will also be taking part.

More aircraft and entertainment will be confirmed over coming weeks and months, as Swansea Council strives to make the Airshow an annual event.

Last summer’s Airshow attracted more than 170,000 spectators, generating over £7.6 million for the Swansea economy.

Frances Jenkins, Swansea Council’s Strategic Manager for Culture, Tou
rism, Marketing and Events, said: “It’s great news that Team Raven has now confirmed their participation in this summer’s Airshow. They were extremely popular when they took part in last year’s Airshow, and their participation means the event will once again showcase local talent, as well as pilots and aircraft from across the UK and overseas.

“The Wales National Airshow is an important event for a number of reasons. Not only does it give local people a world class spectacle on their doorstep, but it also attracts many thousands of visitors, helping to generate more spending in our hotels, shops, pubs, restaurants and other businesses. These are among the reasons why we’re looking to make it an annual event in Swansea to help continue meeting the expectations of residents and visitors.

“Airshow fans can rest assured that we’re continuing to work hard on the event’s final line-up, with details of other aircraft and entertainment to be confirmed once they’re finalised.”

The Red Arrows, formed in 1964, have performed more than 4,700 displays in 56 countries across the world. The Eurofighter Typhoon, a cutting-edge fighter jet, is capable of cruising at a speed of about 1,000mph without afterburners.

Returning to the skies above Swansea Bay 5 and 6 July 2025!

Featuring breathtaking aerobatic displays, state-of-the-art military aircraft and vintage planes from the past, tens of thousands of visitors enjoy the Wales Airshow in Swansea Bay every year. Expect to see exciting air displays, incredible ground displays, entertainment and much more. For updates, sign up to our mailing list and be sure to follow us on social media.

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