North West England

Is the BBMF Flying Near Liverpool Today?

Liverpool's maritime and wartime heritage — the Battle of the Atlantic was directed from here — gives BBMF appearances over the city a deep resonance.

BBMF near Liverpool — status
Not today. The next scheduled BBMF appearance within range of Liverpool is Saturday 29 August 2026 — Southport Air Show (timing TBC).

Later in the season

  • 29 Aug 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Southport Air Show (timing TBC)
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing
  • 30 Aug 2026 — Scheduled appearance — Southport Air Show (timing TBC)
    Schedule entry — check BBMF social media for confirmed timing

BBMF appearances near Liverpool

The Western Approaches HQ in Liverpool oversaw the Battle of the Atlantic, a campaign intrinsically linked to Coastal Command aircraft the BBMF honours. Commemorative events have brought the aircraft to Merseyside.

Where to watch

The Pier Head and Albert Dock give wide western views. The Wirral offers panoramic sightlines across Liverpool Bay.

Around 110 miles from RAF Coningsby.

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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.