Air Waves Portrush has added a pair of Vampires to its airshow lineup for this weekend.The all silver FB.6 and T.55 Vampires of the Royal Norwegian Air Force Historical Squadron will make their maiden appearance at Air Waves Portrush this weekend. These unique aircraft will perform a series of synchronised manoeuvres for an awe-inspiring display, especially for enthusiasts.
The de Havilland Vampire pair were manufactured in Switzerland in the 1950s and flown with the Swiss Air Force until 1990. Now operated by the Flyvåpnets Historiske Skvadron and based at Rygge Air Base near Oslo in southern Norway, the aircraft are in the Royal Norwegian Air Force markings to represent Vampire PX-K and Vampire PX-M, serving at the 336 squadron in the early 50s, Norway’s first pure jet fighter squadron.
Air Waves Portrush is the biggest free airshow on the island of Ireland. This year Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has expanded the show to deliver a packed programme of aerial entertainment, as well as a host of land and water based activities and events.
Visit www.airwavesportrush.co.uk for info.
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