Is the BBMF Flying Near Leeds Today?
Leeds and West Yorkshire see occasional BBMF appearances at armed forces commemorations and community events.
BBMF near Leeds — status
No upcoming BBMF appearances are currently scheduled within range of Leeds. The most recent nearby appearance was on Sunday 21 June 2026 (Lotherton).
Most recent nearby appearance: Sunday 21 June 2026 — Lotherton
BBMF appearances near Leeds
West Yorkshire's connections to wartime RAF service run deep. Community flypasts bring the BBMF to the area on occasion, though the nearest regular fixtures are along the Yorkshire coast.
Where to watch
Open spaces such as Roundhay Park give the widest skies within the city. Nearest scheduled BBMF events are typically the Yorkshire coast airshows.
Around 70 miles from RAF Coningsby.
Previous appearances near Leeds
- 21 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Lotherton (13:55–14:25 BST)
- 20 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Lotherton (12:05–12:35 BST)
- 13 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Burghwallis (13:25–13:55 BST)
- 7 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Skelton On Ure (13:02–13:32 BST)
- 7 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Skipton (13:15–13:45 BST)
- 6 Jun 2026 — Flypast — Skelton On Ure (13:18–13:48 BST)
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a BBMF flypast or display fell within approximately 20 NM of Leeds.
This does not mean the aircraft were directly overhead — always check the specific location of the event.