Former RAF Tornado pilot Richard Goodwin will be displaying his unique G-JPIT bi-plane that can perform aerobatic manoeuvres such as double-hammerheads and the Tower of Power, complete backwards flight and high-alpha knife-edge flypasts.

Goodwin, who built the plane from his garden shed, said: “Normally we go along a runway and once we’re in the air we accelerate to 130 and 140 knots, before we can start doing any manoeuvring.

“With this plane you get airborne at 60-70 knots and ease into the vertical and go straight up. You may well have seen the Typhoon do that manoeuvre.”

Goodwin custom built the plane, which is sponsored by Sabio Group, with his colleague and aircraft designer, Eddie Sauernman.

Young engineers wanting to follow in Goodwin’s footsteps can find out more about careers in science, technology, engineering and maths at the Ultra Energy STEM Village on the East Cliff.

Exclusive tickets for the best views of Goodwin’s stunning aerobatic skills in the Pitts as well as all the aircraft displaying in the VIP daytime and evening hospitality tent along the central flight line are now available.

Goodwin’s display appearance is supported by Oceana Group. 

Bournemouth Air Festival runs from 31 August to 3 September 2023. https://bournemouthair.co.uk