The famous Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team – celebrating its milestone 60th anniversary year – will be dazzling the crowds at Northern Ireland 's Armed Forces Day in Newtownabbey . The Red Arrows will headline the event and will perform a 20-25 minute acrobatic display at Loughshore Park in Jordanstown. Advertisement Advertisement Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to NorthernIrelandWorld, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you.
This will be the first nine-aircraft show since 2021 and will feature manoeuvres not seen for a generation in the Red Arrows display routine. Air displays by the RAF Tutor, will also form part of a sterling line-up. A vibrant parade made up of over 600 military personnel, live demonstrations, beating retreat, military and civilian villages, children’s entertainment and a gun salute are just some of the other highlights planned for Armed Forces Day 2024, which runs from 10am – 5pm and is free to attend.
Due to the number of anticipated visitors, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is urging people to carefully plan their journey in advance. Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Neil Kelly added: “Due to the high volume of expected visitors, I would encourage everyone to use public transport, car share, or use the park and ride services available. I’d also like to ask visitors to please be respectful of local residents and businesses when parking in the area.
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