Red Funnel are delighted to present a spectacular four plane aerial display at North Sails Cowes Week this year, celebrating 200 years of the iconic sailing event in 2026.

Taking to the skies at 7:10pm on Thursday 6 August, the impressive aerial display line up will feature a ‘Yak-52’ and a ‘Pitts Special’ renowned for their aerobatics and formation flying. They will be joined by a ‘Fairey Swordfish’ adding a touch of naval heritage, alongside a more modern ‘Firebird,’ set to deliver an adrenaline-charged solo performance.

As part of their ongoing commitment to the Island community, Red Funnel is proud to deliver this bicentenary aerial display for everyone to enjoy. The best place to catch the action will be Cowes Parade and Cowes Green. The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Portsmouth will perform from 6pm – 7pm on the parade ahead of the display.

The Bicentenary Aerial Display, presented by Red Funnel, comes as a thrilling prelude to the much-anticipated Friday night North Sails fireworks display (7August).