Wales

Are the Red Arrows Flying in Swansea Today?

Swansea hosts the Wales Airshow — one of the biggest free airshows in the UK, with the Red Arrows displaying over Swansea Bay.

Red Arrows near Swansea — today
No upcoming Red Arrows activity is currently scheduled within range of Swansea. The most recent nearby activity was on Thursday 5 June 2025 (Formation transit — ).

Seeing the Red Arrows around Swansea

The Wales Airshow draws enormous crowds to Swansea’s sweeping bay, with the Red Arrows performing against the backdrop of the Gower Peninsula.

Common viewing spots

The full length of Swansea seafront from the Marina to Mumbles gives panoramic views over the bay. The Mumbles headland and Oystermouth provide elevated alternatives.

📍 Coastal display flown over Swansea Bay.

Recent activity near Swansea

  • 5 Jun 2025 — Formation transit — (16:20–16:45 BST)
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a transit route or display area fell within approximately 12 nautical miles of Swansea. This does not mean the Red Arrows were visible from Swansea — 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 Swansea) 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.