The Red Arrows are scheduled to perform a flypast over Windsor Castle during President Donald Trump’s state visit to the United Kingdom on Wednesday, 17 September 2025. Set against the backdrop of the castle’s historic towers, the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team will demonstrate their trademark precision and formation flying in a display that reflects both tradition and ceremony.
The Red Arrows are due to be in the vicinity of Windsor Castle around 1645 (4.45pm) BST.
Impeccable timing as always, go Reds!
1618: Tracking links now available: Red Arrows live-tracking
1544 Update: Looks like the F-35 will no longer take part due to weather conditions, but as it stands, the Red Arrows flypast will go ahead.
A Flypast to Watch
Residents and visitors in Windsor, as well as viewers across the country, will be able to see the Red Arrows perform a flypast. The display will likely feature the distinctive red, white, and blue smoke trails, creating a visual highlight of the day’s state visit programme. F-35 Lightning II Fast Jets are also said to be taking part in the flypast.
Visitors heading to Windsor Castle for the flypast will be pleased to know the weather looks fairly settled for the afternoon, with mostly overcast skies between 16:00 and 17:00 and only a 20% chance of rain. This should allow the jets’ smoke trails to remain clearly visible against the softer grey backdrop.
Symbolism and Context
The Windsor Castle flypast will not only be a display of skill but also a gesture underscoring the UK’s diplomatic ties with the United States. With this being President Trump’s second state visit, the event carries added weight in terms of ceremony and international relations.
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Image: FlightRadar24 – Red Arrows Depart RAF Waddington for Windsor Castle Flypast
1544 Update: Looks like the F-35 element of the flypast has now been scrubbed due to weather conditions. Red Arrows Windsor Castle Flypast will go ahead as it currently stands.
High profile flypast of Windsor Castle by the Red Arrows later today!
Thursday 11 September 2025 Busy day on the BBMF tracker!
Saturday 23 August 2025
Looks like the Reds are delayed at Exeter. As is the case NOTAMs can and do change due to various reasons and at the time of checking, the existing NOTAM is still active, so no more updates unfortunately.
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Best solution when this happens -Keep an eye on Flight Radar folks.
Facebook reports indicate Runway issues at Mildenhall with some saying departure from Exeter now around 1200-1245… no way of validating this at present.
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someone on Facebook said they are now taxiing to the runway. Fingers crossed folks! Routes and timings etc unknown.
1208
3 now up apparently, more to follow
https://fr24.com/REDARRO9/3bde96e4 / looks like they are heading north then east. These things happen due to operational reasons and aren’t always clear, especially when just a transit route without display.
So a disappointing situation with the NOTAM’d route not being viable due to operational reasons – timely reminder that this is always best efforts and something better than nothing.
The reds will be departing Mildenhall later today to take part in Roskilde Airshow, Denmark, Radom, Poland and a flypast in Bucharest, Romania – they return to the UK airshow circuit on 5th September for Ayr Show Festival of Flight.
Friday 22 August 2025
On Friday 22nd August 2025, the Red Arrows will perform a Formation Transit with Display. They will depart RAF MILDENHALL (EGUN) at approximately 12:47 BST, perform the CLACTON DISPLAY at 13:00 BST, pass through 11 locations along the route, and arrive back at RAF MILDENHALL (EGUN) around 13:43 BST. https://www.flightradar24.com/REDARROW/3bda9651
Next up today: The Red Arrows will perform a Formation Transit, departing RAF MILDENHALL (EGUN) at approximately 15:25 BST, pass through 10 locations along the route, and arrive back at EXETER (EGTE) around 16:02 BST.
The Red Arrows will perform a Formation Transit with Display, departing EXETER (EGTE) at approximately 18:17 BST, perform the SIDMOUTH DISPLAY at 18:30 BST, pass through 11 locations along the route, and arrive back at EXETER (EGTE) around 19:10 BST.
Saturday and Sunday 09/10 August, 2025 A busy weekend ahead for the Reds! The Red Arrows are set for a busy weekend, with Blackpool and Edinburgh both getting a slice of the action.
Today, the team lifts off from Blackpool Airport at 13:38 BST, looping past Southport, Llandudno, and Rhyl before returning for their 14:01 Blackpool Airshow display. Later, they’re airborne again at 17:44 BST, heading north for a spectacular 18:17 flypast over the Edinburgh Royal Military Tattoo — a highlight for thousands gathered at the famous esplanade.
Tomorrow, the spotlight returns to the Fylde Coast, with take-off from Blackpool at 16:38 BST and another crowd-pleasing seafront display at 17:01 BST.
Two days, two shows over Blackpool, and one unforgettable salute to Edinburgh in between.
Sunday 20 July, 2025
Red Arrows departure delayed due to weather conditions in the north.
Online reports suggest they will be flying over East Midlands Airport around 1800-1805, but best bet is to keep an eye on live tracker as they will be departing Fairford. Existing route NOTAM now unknown.
Friday 18 July, 2025
Just a reminder on the expected Red Arrows Display times for RIAT 2025!
Red Arrows Weekend: Swansea Airshow Displays & Silverstone Flypast Saturday 6th July 2025
It’s a busy weekend for the Red Arrows, with the team making appearances at two of the UK’s biggest summer events — the Wales National Airshow in Swansea and the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
🌊 Wales National Airshow – Two Displays Over Swansea Bay
The Red Arrows will perform two full displays this weekend at the hugely popular Wales National Airshow:
Saturday 6th July – Display at 17:00 BST
Sunday 7th July – Display at 12:00 BST
Swansea Bay offers one of the most picturesque backdrops on the Red Arrows’ calendar, with thousands expected to line the seafront for the aerobatic team’s high-speed manoeuvres and iconic coloured trails.
🏁 Silverstone Grand Prix – Flypast on Sunday
Once their Sunday display in Swansea is complete, the Red Arrows will fly east for a special flypast over Silverstone ahead of the Formula 1 British Grand Prix.
Sunday 7th July – Flypast at 14:46 BST, just before the race begins
Whether you’re on the Welsh coast or at the heart of British motorsport, it’s a great weekend to look to the skies and catch a glimpse of the Red Arrows in action.
1830 BST – and they are due to be off again, this time from RAF Waddington to Bournemouth, departing at 1830 and arriving around 1904. No live tracking currently available.
Thursday 26 June, 2025 The Red Arrows will take to the skies from RAF Waddington at 11:35 BST for a short local sortie today. They’ll pass several Lincolnshire locations including Martin, Kelstern, Holton le Moor, Hackthorn, and Lincoln before returning to base at 12:25 BST.
A brief but exciting chance to catch a glimpse of the Reds overhead!
The Red Arrows Display at the Northern Ireland Armed Forces Day event takes place today, with the display scheduled from 14:10 to 14:45 BST.
Later in the day, the Reds begin a cross-country journey, starting with a departure from RAF Aldergrove around 17:30 BST. From there, they’ll soar northeast of Randalstown by 17:32, and head east of Ballymena at 17:33.
The formation continues over the sea at 17:39, passing northwest of Stranraer by 17:40 as they sweep across the Irish Sea. Catch them again over the water near Cumbria at 17:52, before they appear west of Morecambe at 17:55. A few moments later, at 17:56, Morecambe itself will witness a flypast from the Reds.
Heading inland, the team is set to fly north of Haxby at 18:06, before reaching Burton by Lincoln at 18:15, then making consecutive appearances over RAF Waddington (18:16) and RAF Cranwell (18:17)—two iconic RAF locations.
As their journey nears its conclusion, they’ll be seen in the vicinity of Downham Market at 18:24, before finishing at RAF Mildenhall, wrapping up a dynamic day of display and transit. Remember, times are always liable to change or cancellation due to factors including operational reasons, weather, etc. This site just tries to help share possible Red Arrows movements.
According to social media, the Red Arrows are expected to depart Bournemouth Airport between 3 and 6 PM this evening, heading to San Javier, Mercia, Spain for the Festival Aéreo AIRE 25 (which takes place on Sunday 15th June.
— Red Arrows King’s Birthday Flypast Tracking
The Red Arrows route has now been announced for the King’s birthday flypast! Saturday 14 June > Route: RAF WADDINGTON TO BOURNEMOUTH Airport – 12:26 BST to 13:23 BST
RAF Red Arrows to Star in King’s Birthday Flypast – Saturday 14 June 2025
The iconic RAF Red Arrows will once again take to the skies on Saturday 14 June 2025 as part of the official celebrations for King Charles III’s Birthday. The world-famous aerobatic team will perform a spectacular flypast over Buckingham Palace at 1.06pm BST, demonstrating precision flying and national pride.
Red Arrows Flypast Route and Timings
The Red Arrows will depart from their base at RAF Waddington at 12.26pm, embarking on a carefully planned flight path to London:
12.26pm – Departure from RAF Waddington
12.28pm – Passing west of Martin
12.29pm – South of Great Hale
12.37pm – Oversea route progress
12.50pm – Near Woodbridge Airfield
12.57pm – Over Colchester
1.03pm – Over Woodford
1.04pm – Over Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
1.06pm – Flypast over Buckingham Palace
1.07pm – 1.09pm – Passing over Belgravia and Norbury Park areas
1.15pm – Southeast of Beech
1.18pm – South of Longstock
1.23pm – Arrival at Bournemouth Airport
This route showcases the Red Arrows’ skill and timing, flying over key landmarks en route to the capital.
The Red Arrows’ Role in the King’s Birthday Celebrations
While King Charles III’s official birthday is celebrated in June, the Red Arrows’ flypast is a stunning highlight of the day’s festivities. Their diamond-nine formation and trademark red, white, and blue smoke trails symbolize unity, excellence, and British heritage.
The flypast is a tribute from the Royal Air Force to the monarch, combining tradition with breathtaking aerobatic displays that thrill spectators nationwide.
Track the Red Arrows Live and Plan Ahead
For those wanting to follow the flypast in real time, a live tracking service is available that updates the Red Arrows’ exact location and timing throughout their journey from RAF Waddington to Buckingham Palace and onward to Bournemouth.
Also, to plan ahead and discover future planned Red Arrows flypasts, visit the official formation route map: 👉 Red Arrows Formation Route Map
King’s Birthday Flypast Weather
Weather Outlook for London on Saturday, 14 June 2025
London is expected to experience warm and sunny conditions on Saturday, 14 June 2025. The day will begin with temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and will rise to a high of approximately 23°C (73°F) by early afternoon. Skies are forecasted to be mostly sunny throughout the day, providing excellent visibility for outdoor events. Winds are anticipated to be light, with no significant disruptions expected.
Implications for the Red Arrows Flypast
Favorable weather conditions, such as clear skies and light winds, are ideal for the Red Arrows’ precision flying. However, it’s important to note that weather can influence the flypast’s occurrence. In the event of unexpected weather changes, such as sudden storms or low visibility, the flypast may be delayed or canceled for safety reasons. Therefore, it’s advisable to stay informed about any updates or changes to the schedule on the day of the event.
Don’t miss the chance to witness the Red Arrows soaring over Buckingham Palace at 1.06pm BST on Saturday 14 June 2025 – a truly unforgettable tribute to the King and a spectacular display of RAF skill and precision.
