Top British models confirmed for Vintage Fly-In and Air Display

A number of top British models are now confirmed to attend the 2008 Goodwood Aero Club Vintage Fly-In and Air Display, being held over the May Bank Holiday weekend of Sunday 25 and Monday 26 May.

The remote control model aircraft will be shown and demonstrated by a number of the UK’s top model display pilots at Goodwood during the event, and will give the full-size aircraft on display a run for their money in terms of agility, manoeuvrability and desirability.

The sheer size of these models will be something to behold. Amongst the model aircraft confirmed to attend the beautiful West Sussex aerodrome are a seven-metre span ASK21 glider powered by a gas turbine engine, as well as a 17 foot wingspan B17 Flying Fortress, and a 1/3 scale Spitfire model of the well known Carolyn Grace aircraft, itself once based at Goodwood.

The models will add an exiting element to what is becoming a popular aviation event. As well as remote control flying demonstrations; there will also be a large static display of model aircraft. In addition, budding future model pilots will be able to try their hand at flying on one of two realistic simulators, and model trade stands will be on hand for those who are tempted to hone their flying skills for real. This additional attraction should certainly prove to be popular with family members of all ages.

The 2008 Goodwood Aero Club Vintage Fly-In and Air Display is now in its third year is set to be the best yet with four hours of air display’s planned for each day, and more than 70 vintage aircraft already confirming their attendance, which all event visitors will be given the opportunity to get up close to the pioneering and evocative aircraft from the golden age of flying. There is also a large array of ground attractions which will appeal to the whole family.

Advanced entry tickets are now on sale via the Goodwood Ticket Sales office, on 01243 755055. Admission is only £15 in advance, or £20 on the gate, with children 12 years old or under admitted for free. A weekend ticket in advance will cost £25. For an extra £3 will be charged for all visitors to ‘walk the line’ of the vintage aircraft display. The Goodwood Aerodrome will be open between 08:00 to 18:30 on both days, and all aircraft owners are invited to ‘fly-in’ in vintage clothing.

The Goodwood Aerodrome is located at the former RAF Westhampnett, a key Battle of Britain airfield in West Sussex. Today the site includes the world famous Goodwood Motor Circuit, the sympathetically-restored race track that hosts the nostalgic Goodwood Revival meeting every autumn (19-21 September 2008); an event that also includes a breathtaking aviation element, in addition to a spectacular array of cars and motorcycles, with star drivers and riders on hand to thrill the crowds.

The Goodwood Aero Club offers enthusiasts the opportunity to indulge their passion for aviation and flying and be part of Goodwood’s rich aviation history.

For Vintage Fly-In tickets, plus further information about the Goodwood Revival and Festival of Speed, please contact the Goodwood Ticket Hotline:

Telephone: +44 1243 755055
Fax: +44 1243 755058
E-mail: bookings@goodwood.co.uk
On-line via goodwood.co.uk/motor sport/