Meet the Red Arrows' new pilots
Flt Lt Rob Thomas and Flt Lt Andrew McEwen will be part of the 2025 team.
www.bbc.co.ukI don’t have live access to the latest news feeds right now. Based on recent public coverage, here’s what’s been notable about The Red Arrows recently:
- Performance schedule and PDA context: The Red Arrows traditionally conclude a training cycle with a Public Display Authority (PDA) before the season, then begin a UK/European program with dozens of displays. This pattern has been reported in prior years and elements of it have continued through 2024–2025 in various public summaries. If you’re seeking the very latest PDA status or upcoming shows, I can check current sources for you if you’d like me to search the web again. [Example source context: News coverage and RAF/Red Arrows association pages discussing PDA and campaign starts.][1]
- Recent show disruptions or changes: There have been occasional reports of cancellations or schedule adjustments due to operational factors or external security considerations, including high-profile air show appearances being altered or cancelled. Please note that individual articles may reflect temporary events rather than ongoing status. If you want the newest itemized list of cancellations or adjustments, I can fetch current updates. [Example sources discuss a cancelled Duxford appearance and related security context.][2]
- Fleet and future-of-flight considerations: The Red Arrows’ aircraft have been a topic of public discussion, including questions about fleet size, maintenance, and long-term plans as the Hawk remains in service. Some 2024–2026 coverage notes ongoing debates about maintenance and replacement timelines, with official MoD or RAF statements clarifying availability. If you need the exact current status, I can pull the latest statements from official channels. [Example discussions appear in general coverage and BBC/Reuters-type reporting,.][7][8]
Would you like me to pull the freshest news articles now and summarize the latest developments with citations? If you prefer, I can also focus on a specific area (shows schedule, fleet status, or organizational leadership) and provide a concise, cited update.