Twilight flights to return to Clacton Airshow in August
Twilight flights will return to the Clacton Airshow in August by popular demand, a council has announced.This year's twilight theme will be Legends After Dark, with a debut from the P-51D Mustang "Moonbeam McSwine", which was pivotal in helping Britain achieve air superiority during World War Two.Meanwhile the pyrotechnics of the Firebirds Aerobatic Team and Otto the Helicopter - complete with fireworks and smoke - will return to the line-up.Ivan Henderson, deputy leader of Tendring District Council (TDC), said: "The twilight display is a real showstopper – a spectacular fusion of light, sound and aviation skill that brings a whole new energy to the seafront."
The annual airshow attracts tens of thousands of visitors with a mix of historical and modern aircraft. This year will also see appearances from the RAF Red Arrows and the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.The display will take place on the opening day of the two-day event, which runs from Thursday 21 August to Friday 22 August.Henderson continued: "It's the perfect way to extend the excitement into the evening and gives even more people the chance to experience the magic of the airshow."Whether you're a lifelong aviation enthusiast or just looking for a unique summer evening out, the twilight flights are not to be missed."
Operated by FlyaSpitfire.com, the restored Mustang is painted in tribute to Captain William T. Whisner's original World War Two fighter, which flew with the 487th Fighter Squadron in England.
Red Nova IT Solutions sponsor the twilight flights, and its director, Rob Norris, said: "We're thrilled to once again support the twilight display – it's a true highlight of the summer and a brilliant showcase for Clacton."The airshow brings the community together and draws visitors from far and wide, and we're proud to be part of something that puts our town on the map."
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