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Live Tracking: Red Arrows Flight Updates for

July 20, 2025

* This page is manually updated as and when I get a chance, so not all activity will appear here. However, it will provide you with a demonstrated way of tracking the Red Arrows real-time (when they are transmitting).

Just a reminder on the expected Red Arrows Display times for RIAT 2025!

A Glorious Day for a Display at Goodwood!

https://www.flightradar24.com/REDARROW

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.

Remember!

Red Arrows Route Map and Timings from NOTAMs are available below, separated by Time ,Location and Day:
https://rafredarrows.co.uk/red-arrows-formation-route-map/

Live Tracking on FlightRadar24 (when in the air): https://www.flightradar24.com/REDARROW/


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.

Update! Slightly later than planned, but here we go! www.flightradar24.com/REDARROW/3b03fffa

Planned route and timings to Bouremouth for 28 June



Under wonderful display completed! https://www.flightradar24.com/REDARROW/3b0367d0


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!

You can click here view more Red Arrows Routes for today.


Saturday 20 June, 2025

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.

View the full interactive route map here:
👉 https://rafredarrows.co.uk/red-arrows-formation-route-map/

Friday 20 June, 2025

As we know from our Red Arrows Formation Route Map, the Red Arrows are up and on their way to RAF Mildenhall.
You can live track them here: https://www.flied-arrows-formation-route-map/ghtradar24.com/REDARROW/


Saturday 14 June, 2025

And they are off to Spain!

Flight RFR7281 from Bournemouth to Biarritz

https://fr24.com/RFR7281/3acc56b2


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



!!You can track the Red Arrows LIVE Now for the King’s birthday flypast on any of these links:
https://globe.adsbexchange.com/?callsign=reddarrow01

Red Arrows now live tracking on ADSB Exchange

https://www.flightradar24.com/redarrow

Red Arrows now live tracking on FlightRadar24





Planned route and timings below



FORMATION TRANSIT BY RED ARROWS ACFT ROUTING (:

CoordinatesLocationTime (BST)
530958N 0003126WRAF WADDINGTON (EGXW)1226
530745N 0002105WW of Martin1228
525758N 0001702WS of Great Hale1229
530601N 0005357EOversea1237
525653N 0012309EOversea1241
524455N 0014502EOversea1244
521242N 0014600EOversea1250
520512N 0012312EVcy Woodbridge Airfield1253
515524N 0005336EVcy Colchester1257
513558N 0000555EVcy Woodford1303
513307N 0000058WQueen Elizabeth Olympic Park1304
513005N 0000830WBuckingham Palace1306
512947N 0000918WVcy Belgravia1307
512848N 0001912WVcy Norbury Park1308
511609N 0002020WVcy Norbury Park1309
510753N 0010146WSE of Beech1315
510732N 0012935WS of Longstock1318
504649N 0015029WBournemouth (EGHH)1323

Sunday 08 June, 2025
Red Arrows Departure from Liverpool.

Currently live tracking here:

Image: adsbexchange.com

https://globe.adsbexchange.com/?icao=43c434

Image: flightradar24.com

https://www.flightradar24.com/REDARROW/3ab41f77

Image: planefinder.net

https://planefinder.net/flight/callsign/REDARROW


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RAF Red Arrows to Star in King’s Birthday Flypast – Saturday 14 June 2025

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.

Follow live here:
👉 Live Tracking – Red Arrows King’s Birthday Flypast 2025

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.

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