East of England

Is the BBMF Flying Near Clacton-on-Sea Today?

The Clacton Air Show is one of the UK's longest-running free seaside airshows, with the BBMF a regular visitor.

BBMF near Clacton-on-Sea — status
Not today. The next scheduled BBMF appearance near Clacton-on-Sea is Thursday 27 August 2026 — Clacton Air Show (0 NM from Clacton-on-Sea) (timing TBC).
Most recent nearby appearance: Thursday 21 August 2025 — Walton On The Naze

Later in the season

  • 27 Aug 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Clacton Air Show (timing TBC)
    ~0 NM from area centre · Scheduled appearance
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing
  • 28 Aug 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Clacton Air Show (timing TBC)
    ~0 NM from area centre · Scheduled appearance
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing
  • 19 Sep 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Bradwell Waterside Air Show (timing TBC)
    ~9 NM from area centre · Scheduled appearance
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing

BBMF appearances near Clacton-on-Sea

Clacton's August airshow brings the BBMF to the Tendring seafront.

Previous appearances near Clacton-on-Sea

  • 21 Aug 2025 — Flypast — Walton On The Naze (14:06–14:36 BST)
    ~7 NM from area centre · Flypast
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a BBMF flypast or display fell within approximately 12 NM of Clacton-on-Sea. This does not mean the aircraft were directly overhead — always check the specific location of the event.

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Unofficial fan site — not affiliated with the RAF, MoD or the BBMF. Flypast and display data is derived from UK NOTAM publications and the official BBMF schedule. All appearances are subject to weather, aircraft serviceability and RAF operational requirements and may be cancelled at any time. Do not contact numbers listed in NOTAMs. Not for flight planning. Always verify with official BBMF channels before making travel plans.