A 55,000lb film star will make a guest appearance at a popular air show this weekend.

The star of 1990 blockbuster, Memphis Belle, will appear at the Yorkshire Air Show at Elvington, near York.

Memphis Belle, starring Harry Connick Junior in his film debut, tells the story of the first B-17 to complete 25 missions over enemy territory.

Sally B, the UK's last airworthy B-17 Flying Fortress, played the title role in the film and will be at Elvington on both days.

The Second World War bomber was used in daylight bombing campaigns against strategic German targets.

Although fictionalised, the film was credited with educating a younger generation about the role played by the B-17s and the bravery and skill of the crews.

Ken Cothliff, event director, said: "The makers of Memphis Belle dedicated the film to the memory of all young men who flew in the Second World War.

"Similarly, one of Sally B's major roles is to act as a living, breathing memorial to the 79,000 allied airmen who gave their lives flying out of the UK in the war, including my father."

Other highlights will include the Red Arrows and RAF Falcons parachute display team on Saturday, the Guinot wing walkers - previously the Utterly Butterly team - and one of the largest pyrotechnic displays involving fire and noise in Yorkshire.

A shuttle bus will go from York train station to the air show. Visitors arriving on the bus will be able to buy tickets at the pre-booked ticket rate.

Those travelling by car are advised to arrive early to avoid the generally heavy traffic.

Gates open at 8.30am on both days, with the main air display starting at 1pm.

For further information about the show visit www.elvington.org.

Ticket prices vary. They can be bought by calling 01759-305851. Overnight camping is available at the airfield, booking advisable.