Air Waves Portrush in Pictures

Crowds of up to 200,000 flocked to the Causeway Coast for the largest airshow in Ireland, as Air Waves Portrush presented dazzling displays by some the world's most famous aviation attractions.

Although curtailed by weather, spectators were still treated to the Red Arrows' trademark formations, including close-passes and dynamic loops, as well as a special red heart shaped symbol for the mesmerised crowds.

The Typhoon jet made a dramatic - and noisy - impact on both days with a thrilling show of power and sound and its collection of jaw-dropping manoeuvres.

After being forced to postpone its appearance due to bad weather, the Battle of Britain Memorial trio of Spitfire, Lancaster and Hurricane treated spectators to a highly anticipated flypast on the Sunday.

The Wildcat Aerobatics and the Muscle Bi-plane each performed their unique daredevil routines and aerial manoeuvres to thrill the crowds on both days of the show.

As an added attraction this year, there was a stunning pyrotechnic aerial show by the AeroSPARX Display Team in Portstewart on the Saturday evening as night fell.

Sunday’s airshow drew to a poignant close by commemorating the Battle of Britain, with a Royal British Legion Poppy Drop by the Huey helicopter, which showered spectators with a cloud of fluttering poppies.

For more information on Air Waves Portrush visit www.airwavesportrush.co.uk.