Scotland

Are the Red Arrows Flying in Inverness Today?

Inverness and the Moray Firth sit on routes toward the northernmost UK events. The area is within range of RAF Lossiemouth, and transits to Highland events sometimes pass through.

Red Arrows near Inverness — today
No upcoming Red Arrows activity is currently scheduled within range of Inverness. The most recent nearby activity was on Friday 6 June 2025 (Formation transit — ).
Last nearby: Friday 6 June 2025 — Formation transit — · 3.6 mi from centre

Seeing the Red Arrows around Inverness

Red Arrows appearances this far north are rare, making them particularly notable. RAF Lossiemouth on the Moray coast occasionally features in the team’s operational planning.

Common viewing spots

The Moray Firth coast at Chanonry Point and Fort George gives wide sea views. Craig Phadrig and the hills above the city provide elevated viewpoints over the Great Glen.

📍 Around 400 miles from RAF Waddington — the furthest regular UK transit.

Recent activity near Inverness

  • 6 Jun 2025 — Formation transit — (11:30–12:32 BST)
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a transit route or display area fell within approximately 18 nautical miles of Inverness. This does not mean the Red Arrows were visible from Inverness — transit routes may be at altitude and can follow a different track to the one published.

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Unofficial fan site — not affiliated with the RAF or MoD. Events are matched by geographic proximity (~18 NM of Inverness) to published NOTAM data and the official schedule. A transit route passing within range does not mean the aircraft were visible overhead. Always check the official Red Arrows channels before making plans. Not for flight planning.