London & South East

Is the BBMF Flying Near Folkestone Today?

Keep track of upcoming BBMF appearances near Folkestone. Data is drawn from published UK NOTAMs and the official 2026 display calendar, updated as new events are confirmed.

BBMF near Folkestone — status
No upcoming BBMF appearances are currently scheduled near Folkestone. The most recent nearby appearance was on Sunday 12 July 2026 — Capel-le-ferne (1.8 NM from Folkestone).
Most recent nearby appearance: Sunday 12 July 2026 — Capel-le-ferne

BBMF appearances near Folkestone

The BBMF flies from RAF Coningsby throughout the season, visiting communities the length of Britain. When a flypast or display is scheduled within range of Folkestone it will appear above — check back regularly as new appearances are added throughout the year.

Previous appearances near Folkestone

  • 12 Jul 2026 — Flypast — Capel-le-ferne (13:45–14:15 BST)
    ~1.8 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 12 Jul 2026 — Flypast — Chilham (16:45–17:15 BST)
    ~12.3 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 28 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Walmer (12:35–13:05 BST)
    ~11.9 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 27 Jun 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Folkestone Armed Forces Day (timing TBC)
    ~0 NM from area centre · Scheduled appearance
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing
  • 21 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Rye (14:25–14:55 BST)
    ~17.7 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 6 Jul 2025 — Flypast — Capel Le Ferne (13:45–14:15 BST)
    ~1.8 NM from area centre · Flypast
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a BBMF flypast or display fell within approximately 20 NM of Folkestone. This does not mean the aircraft were directly overhead — always check the specific location of the event.

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Unofficial fan site — not affiliated with the RAF, MoD or the BBMF. Flypast and display data is derived from UK NOTAM publications and the official BBMF schedule. All appearances are subject to weather, aircraft serviceability and RAF operational requirements and may be cancelled at any time. Do not contact numbers listed in NOTAMs. Not for flight planning. Always verify with official BBMF channels before making travel plans.