East Midlands

Is the BBMF Flying Near Northampton Today?

Northampton sits within range of several BBMF event venues including Silverstone and Shuttleworth.

BBMF near Northampton — status
Yes — the BBMF has a scheduled appearance near Northampton today: Podington (11:35–12:05 BST). Check official BBMF social media for last-minute confirmation.

Today near Northampton

  • 13 Sep 2026 — Flypast — Podington (11:35–12:05 BST)
    ~11.3 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 13 Sep 2026 — Flypast — Silverstone (11:30–12:00 BST)
    ~11.9 NM from area centre · Flypast

⚠ Always confirm on the day via BBMF Facebook or BBMF on X — appearances can be cancelled at short notice.

BBMF appearances near Northampton

The county's central position puts it within range of multiple BBMF fixtures.

Previous appearances near Northampton

  • 12 Sep 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Santapod Raceway – European Finals (timing TBC)
    ~10.3 NM from area centre · Scheduled appearance
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing
  • 12 Sep 2026 — Flypast — Podington (14:15–14:45 BST)
    ~11.3 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 12 Sep 2026 — Flypast — Desborough (14:20–14:50 BST)
    ~12.6 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 11 Sep 2026 — Flypast — Silverstone (14:15–14:45 BST)
    ~11.9 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 5 Sep 2026 — Flypast — Wellingsborough (13:10–13:40 BST)
    ~9.7 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 31 Aug 2026 — Flypast — Earls Barton (13:45–14:15 BST)
    ~5.2 NM from area centre · Flypast
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a BBMF flypast or display fell within approximately 18 NM of Northampton. 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.