Air show in Portrush wows spectators
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The Red Arrows were among the aerobatic attractions on the first day of Air Waves Portrush
Organised by the Causeway Coast and Glen Borough Council, it is the biggest free air show in Ireland
The show is a two-day affair and it is expected to attract up to 200,000 people
Spectators were thrilled by the jaw-dropping manoeuvres of the Red Arrows
The Red Arrows will be making an appearance on both days of the show
In addition to the aerial displays, there are plenty of attractions on the ground to keep visitors entertained
Members of the British Legion took part in a poppy drop ceremony on East Strand beach during the show
The noise was a bit much for some spectators. RAF Typhoons and the Battle of Britain Memorial trio of Spitfire, Lancaster and Hurricane are among the planes taking part.
The Battle of Britain memorial flight also performed at the annual event
This spectator brought a pair of binoculars to ensure he got a close-up view
Wildcat Aerobatics put on a performance for the crowds
Fireworks over Portstewart - aerial attractions of a different kind were introduced this year
The fireworks were delivered in various ways