Two iconic aircraft took to the skies to mark an airport’s 80th birthday.
A historic Lancaster bomber and RAF Typhoon flew over Leeds- Bradford International Airport (LBIA) to mark the site’s landmark birthday yesterday.
Four men representing the famous 609 Squadron, which was based at the airfield during World War Two, were on hand to see the planes tear through the sky.
John Parkin, chief executive of LBIA, said: “It is a privilege to be able to involve the members and relatives of Squadron 609 in our 80th anniversary celebrations.
“The Lancaster bomber is part of our rich history. The fly-over at such low level was a magnificent spectacle for our guests, our staff, passengers and local residents.”
The flypasts were part of a week-long celebration of the airport’s anniversary, from humble beginnings as the Yeadon Aerodrome in 1931 to a terminal employing more than 2,000 people with millions of passengers flying to 24 different countries every year.
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