Biggin Hill in Kent is a very famous fighter station and on November 2nd, 1939, one of its resident Squadrons
claimed the first enemy aircraft of the war when it shot down a Dornier Do 17. Biggin Hill played a
major role in the Battle of Britain during World War Two.
The airshow usually has a good mix of historic aircraft and modern military jets.
'Based at Biggin Hill Airport in Kent, Air Displays International established the now world famous Biggin Hill International Air Fair in 1963. Over the years the Air Fair has built a reputation for providing an excitement packed day out for both aviation enthusiasts and the general public alike. In addition to featuring air show favourites such as the Red Arrows the organisers strive to bring something new to each year's show.'
Click here for more information about the Biggin Hill Airshow.
2010 AIRSHOWS
| 26-27 June | Biggin Hill International Air Fair 2010 |
The theme for the 2010 air show will be the commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
The Biggin Hill International Air Fair is not only one of the most famous worldwide aviation events in existence but it is also the largest privately organised air show in Europe. Visitors in their hundreds-of-thousands flock to Biggin Hill Airport and former World War Two fighter station for the great mix of flying display participants and ground attractions, offering fun and entertainment for all the family.
Provisional Participating aircraft at Biggin Hill:
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The Biggin Hill International Air Fair
Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th June 2010
Participation Details
(F) - Flying (S) - Static Display (P) Good Photo Opportunity In Static Park
Hispano HA-1112 MIL (Buchon) (F)
Hurricane MK I [R4118] (F)
Hurricane Mk IIb (Hanger 11) (F)
Spitfire Mk IXB [MH434] (F)
Spitfire Mk X (Hanger 11) (F)
Click here for participation list on official Biggin Hill International Air Fair website.
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2010 Ticket Prices
Adult: £18(in advance), £23(on the day)
Child(15 and under) - Free when accompanied by a paying adult
See official Biggin Hill website for ticket prices and booking.
Press Releases and News for Biggin Hill 2010
70th Anniversary Air Fair 2010
Biggin Hill 70th Anniversary Air Fair 2010
The Battle of Britain was the defining single event in the 20th century, the summer months of 1940 changed both the course of World War II and of world history. From the middle of August 1940 Biggin Hill suffered daily bombing attacks causing great damage and loss of life. Yet through this terrible period, the station’s men and women kept the airfield operational.
Biggin Hill remains synonymous with the Battle of Britain as the most famous of all of the RAF fighter stations. 70 years on we are commemorating those young men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice with an air fair dedicated to the few that fought in the sky’s over London and Kent and the many that supported them on the ground.
On the weekend of the 26th & 27th June 2010, the sound of Merlin engines will be heard en masse as Spitfires and Hurricanes stage a commemorative display to mark the anniversary. Centre stage will however be reserved for the surviving Battle of Britain veterans of the RAF who will be invited to attend.
Colin Hitchins, organiser said “The Battle of Britain is as important in our history as the Armada and the Battle of Trafalgar, fought in full view of the people; it still holds a special place in the memories of those that lived through the summer of 1940. It is fitting that a special commemoration be held at Biggin Hill during next year’s air fair”
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