South Coast

Are the Red Arrows Flying in Isle of Wight Today?

The Isle of Wight has hosted Red Arrows displays and flypasts for Armed Forces Day and other island events, with the team flying over the Solent and the island’s coastline.

Red Arrows near Isle of Wight — today
No upcoming Red Arrows activity is currently scheduled within range of Isle of Wight. The most recent nearby activity was on Saturday 23 August 2025 (Formation transit — ).
Last nearby: Saturday 23 August 2025 — Formation transit — · 0.3 mi from centre

Seeing the Red Arrows around Isle of Wight

Armed Forces Day on the island has attracted Red Arrows appearances, and transits toward the western south coast route directly over or near the Solent.

Common viewing spots

The Needles headland, the Cowes waterfront and the downs above Ventnor all give wide sea and sky views. Ferries crossing the Solent can give a dramatic mid-channel perspective.

📍 Island venue; team transits from the mainland.

Recent activity near Isle of Wight

⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a transit route or display area fell within approximately 12 nautical miles of Isle of Wight. This does not mean the Red Arrows were visible from Isle of Wight — 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 (~12 NM of Isle of Wight) 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.