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Arrivals Day

Post by sneezy24 » Tue May 28, 2019 11:26 am

What is arrivals day like?

I'm interested in photographing in the air and on the ground, I have no clue as to whether it is any good at Yeovilton.

I've visited the museum - very good, but not been to a show here at all.

I've done arrivals at RIAT Fairford several times (and departure days) and enjoyed it, how does Yeovilton compare?

Where is the arrivals enclosure relative to runways, taxiways etc.

Sorry for the questions, complete newbie for Yeovilton! (not interested in the show, British GP weekend!)
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Re: Arrivals Day

Post by harvo266 » Tue May 28, 2019 11:52 am

Hi! Just as a disclaimer, the following views are my own opinions and you'll get a lot of people slating it, but this is my interpretation!

I've done arrivals twice (2017,18) and I've enjoyed both equally! The area dedicated for the arrivals area is the enclosure on the show day, so as an arrival attendee, you have to access to the grass area on the ground or you can go up to the grandstand - whatever suits you, there's usually always plenty of space. Aircraft wise, its like RIAT - Sometimes it's a constant stream for a good amount of time but the majority at Yeovilton is maybe 5-10 movements per hour.

Positive's - It's a very relaxed, enjoyable day with no stress about getting there early to secure a seat. You also get a good amount of practices usually to keep you entertained.
Negative's - It is a relatively short day as by law they have to kick everyone out in time for the validations, as public supposedly aren't allowed to be on base for validations but are allowed for practices.

Hope this helps!

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Re: Arrivals Day

Post by sneezy24 » Tue May 28, 2019 1:18 pm

Thanks!

Might give it a go, can you get tickets 'on the day', or advance only?
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Re: Arrivals Day

Post by harvo266 » Thu May 30, 2019 11:07 am

Advanced only I think!

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Re: Arrivals Day

Post by Alfie » Thu May 30, 2019 11:37 am

Arrival Day tickets £15 in advance only and according to their web site limited availability only.

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Re: Arrivals Day

Post by sneezy24 » Thu May 30, 2019 12:52 pm

Cheers,

I'll have a think....
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Re: Arrivals Day

Post by Bruin » Sat Jun 01, 2019 11:46 pm

A few other bits of info, You have to park up in a field near the threshold then when they are ready they will let you drive in. Once you park up (behind the enclosue) you enter the enclosure and are not allowed to leave it to walk around the base. At leaving time you have to return to your car and exit the way you came in. I think you get a half hour window in which to leave. There's no hanging around to see what else comes in, you have to leave when they say.
Arrivals is only a couple of hours but you do get to wander around the enclosure including the grass and stands. One marquee is open serving tea, coffee, cold drinks and pre-packed sandwiches at airshow prices.

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Re: Arrivals Day

Post by sneezy24 » Sun Jun 02, 2019 8:17 am

Thanks for the info. chaps, I'll decide a bit nearer the day (if there are any tickets left).

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Re: Arrivals Day

Post by darkman » Sun Jul 07, 2019 4:21 pm

First time for me this year to take in arrivals. Looking forward to it.

I see they have extended the times slightly 0930-15.30.
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Re: Arrivals Day

Post by darkman » Fri Jan 17, 2020 6:51 pm

Really enjoyed last year. So much so I'm going again this year. Great value for money. Slight delay getting out otherwise stress free. Great that they extended the day to see the Harriers arrive etc.
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