South Coast

Is the BBMF Flying Near Isle of Wight Today?

The Isle of Wight has hosted BBMF appearances for Armed Forces Day and community events.

BBMF near Isle of Wight — status
No upcoming BBMF appearances are currently scheduled near Isle of Wight. The most recent nearby appearance was on Sunday 20 September 2026 — Southampton (12.5 NM from Isle of Wight).
Most recent nearby appearance: Sunday 20 September 2026 — Southampton

BBMF appearances near Isle of Wight

The island's position at the western end of the Solent put it at the heart of the Battle of Britain.

Previous appearances near Isle of Wight

  • 20 Sep 2026 — Flypast — Southampton (10:45–11:15 BST)
    ~12.5 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 19 Sep 2026 — Flypast — Southampton (15:20–15:50 BST)
    ~12.5 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 18 Sep 2026 — Flypast — Southampton (11:55–12:25 BST)
    ~12.5 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 22 Aug 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Summer-in-lee (timing TBC)
    ~7.2 NM from area centre · Scheduled appearance
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing
  • 25 Jul 2026 — Flypast — Fawley (11:15–11:45 BST)
    ~8.1 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 4 Jul 2026 — Flypast — Fareham (15:40–16:10 BST)
    ~8.9 NM from area centre · Flypast
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a BBMF flypast or display fell within approximately 14 NM of Isle of Wight. 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.