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Is the BBMF Flying Near Newport Today?

Wondering whether the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight is due over Newport? This page tracks the next scheduled BBMF appearance within range of Newport, drawn from published UK NOTAM data and the official 2026 display schedule.

BBMF near Newport — status
No upcoming BBMF appearances are currently scheduled near Newport. The most recent nearby appearance was on Saturday 18 July 2026 — Filton (16.1 NM from Newport).
Most recent nearby appearance: Saturday 18 July 2026 — Filton

BBMF appearances near Newport

The BBMF appears across the UK throughout the display season, transiting to airshows, flypasts and commemorative events. Because the aircraft cover long distances between engagements, Newport and the surrounding area can fall under a transit route or display box even when the event itself is nearby. Any BBMF appearances matched within roughly 20 nautical miles of Newport are listed above as they are published.

Previous appearances near Newport

  • 18 Jul 2026 — Flypast — Filton (14:05–14:35 BST)
    ~16.1 NM from area centre · Flypast
  • 9 Aug 2025 — Flypast — Long Ashton (13:03–13:33 BST)
    ~15.8 NM from area centre · Flypast
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a BBMF flypast or display fell within approximately 20 NM of Newport. 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.