Your chance to step inside an RAF Chinook this weekend & explore a high-tech career
The Royal Air Force will touch down in Lancaster this weekend, as an interactive roadshow takes over Dalton Square.
An RAF Chinook aircraft replica will be displayed in the heart of Lancaster city centre this weekend, as the Royal Air Force brings its flagship interactive roadshow to Dalton Square.
Running from Friday until Sunday, the free three-day event will give visitors a rare opportunity to step inside military aircraft, meet serving personnel, and explore careers in one of the UK's most technologically advanced organisations.
Lancaster and the wider Lancashire region have a proud aviation heritage. Nearby BAE Systems at Warton has played a significant role in British military aviation for decades, contributing to the development and testing of advanced aircraft, including the Typhoon.
Modern air power, however, relies on far more than fast jets. Behind every mission is a team of highly skilled engineers, intelligence analysts, cyber specialists, logisticians and air operations personnel. As the RAF arrives in Lancaster, young people from across Lancashire are being invited to meet RAF Regulars and Reservists and explore how they could become part of this next generation.
Sgt Ben Bainbridge – event organiser said: "A lot of people don’t realise just how varied a career in the RAF can be until they see it up close. Bringing the Town Show to Lancaster gives us a chance to step out of the base or Air Show environment and have those conversations in a much more relaxed setting. Whether someone is already thinking about joining or just wants to find out a bit more, we’re looking forward to welcoming people in, showing them what we do, and answering questions face-to-face.”
Part of a nationwide tour visiting 15 towns and cities across the UK, the RAF Town Show is expected to attract thousands of visitors of all ages.
The event will feature STEM challenges showcasing the innovation behind RAF operations, a mixed-reality experience, opportunities to discover the different sports available to RAF Regulars and Reservists, and live performances from an RAF band. Families are actively encouraged to attend, with activities designed for all ages.
No prior registration is required to attend.