I went to Ayr today to view the Scottish Airshow.
This is the first time in many years that Prestwick has hosted such a show, so it was to be expected that not everything would be perfect.
The good news is that flying display was free and the participants put on some fantastic displays. We experienced a few cancellations but that is par for the course for flying events.
What wasn't so good was the lack of toilet facilities at the viewing location. At the break the queue for the public conveniences was extremely long and there were no portaloos to alleviate the congestion.
On departure there was no form of traffic management in evidence.
Pedestrians were left to fend for themselves in trying to cross busy roads.
It took me personally over 1.5 hours to get clear of Ayr in the car which is not an acceptable situation at all.
Overall though the event was successful and I'm confident that if the event is organised again for next year then lessons will be taken on board.
RV8tors Aerobatic Display
RV8tors Aerobatic Display
RV8tor
The Blades Aerobatic Team
The Blades
The Blades
The Blades
The Blades
Catalina Starts Her Display
Catalina
Catalina
Jet Provost
Crowds Enjoy the Displays
Mudry CAP 232
Merlin Helicopter
Vulcan Bomber
Vulcan Bomber
Vulcan XH558
More images are available at -
www.dougie-coull-photography.co.uk - better resolution and options to licence.
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