Red Arrows in stunning flypast over Bolton

(Picture: Fran Taylor)

The Hawk-fast jets performed an incredible fly past above Bury and Bolton as they made their way to their Lincolnshire base after wowing people with their incredible airshows at the Isle of Man and Blackpool on yesterday.

(Lee Spencer captured this shot at display in Blackpool)

The Royal Air Force's Red Arrows team is one of the world most outstanding aerobatic display teams and is the public face of the RAF - showcasing its speed, agility and precision.

With its stunning diamond nine formation, the Red Arrows have been displaying since 1965.

Th pictures captured the amazing team flying over Bolton yesterday at 5.36pm.

Red Arrows over Bromley Cross at 17.36 on their way back to their Lincolnshire base after the airshows at the Isle of Man and Blackpool on Saturday. Picture by Geof Leigh

People spotted the squadron flying over Winter Hill, Tottington and Belmont - with many rushing to capture the moment on their cameras.

Red Arrows over Bromley Cross at 17.36 on their way back to their Lincolnshire base after the airshows at the Isle of Man and Blackpool on Saturday. Picture by Geof Leigh

(Picture:Fran Taylor)
Squadron Leader Tom Bould is the team leader.

He said: “It is an honour to be leading the Red Arrows for the 2021 display season, which will be my first as Team Leader.

“My team and I will be showcasing, across the UK and overseas, a world-leading aerobatic display – representing the best of British.

“Months of hard work and preparation, by pilots and support personnel, go into a Red Arrows performance that will both uphold, and build upon, the distinguished history and legacy of our predecessors.

“However, the pride and privilege of creating such a show – aimed at inspiring people of all ages and backgrounds – is a perfect motivator.”

For more information on the shows visit https://www.raf.mod.uk/display-teams/red-arrows/