Teesside Airshow: Can you spot yourself in the crowds?

Despite the large queues outside, those who were in were enjoying the aircraft displays, food and drink, and the fairground attractions.

Although many have complained on social media regarding the traffic issues that unfortunately meant some gave up on getting to the airshow, those who were there said they enjoyed their day.

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There was a lot of excitement surrounding The Red Arrows. Picture: STEVEN CURTIS

Picture: STEVEN CURTIS

Drivers queued for miles only to give up before getting to Teesside International Airport as they decided even if they did get there, they would miss the action.

Some took to leaving their cars to take pictures and video The Red Arrows fly across the sky.

The weather didn't put a dampener on things. Picture: STEVEN CURTIS

One Darlington man, Richard Bradley, said he, along with some friends who had travelled from Grizebeck, gave up after an hour of queueing and instead took the children to Rof59 in Newton Aycliffe.

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Children were awestruck by the Red Arrows. Picture: STEVEN CURTIS

The Barry family who travelled from Harrogate, however, said they’d had a good day. Mrs Barry said: “I think it’s been really good. A nice day out.”

The Barry family from Harrogate enjoyed their day at the airshow. Picture: AJA DODD

Plenty of fairground rides to keep people amused between plane displays. Picture: STEVEN CURTIS

Elizabeth Johnson, who had travelled from Stockton, said: “It’s been really nice. The last one was a few years ago so it’s nice to be back.”

Old cars, buses and planes were on display. Picture: STEVEN CURTIS

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Picture: STEVEN CURTIS

Families enjoying a day out together. Picture: STEVEN CURTIS

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Darren Vardy said: “It’s been a good day out for the kids, definitely makes a change for them. My little boy loved seeing The Red Arrows and he’s actually enjoyed himself more than I thought he would.”

All eyes were on the sky for the various plane displays throughout the day, including the Red Arrows and Typhoon. Picture: STEVEN CURTIS

Sarah Barody said: “It’s been a good day, a shame about the traffic problems though, but overall we’ve enjoyed it.”

Picture: AJA DODD

Although it threatened to rain several times and there was thick cloud cover for most of the day, the rain held off apart from some light drizzle this morning.

Thousands of people relaxed on the grass with picnics and drinks and the overall vibe of the day was definitely positive, for those who got there.

Smiles all round. Picture: STEVEN CURTIS

Regarding the traffic problems throughout the day, Tees Valley Mayor, Ben Houchen, took to Twitter to apologise to those who were affected by the traffic issues and to say he will be liaising with SkyLive to see if refunds will be possible.

SkyLive, the company organising the event has been approached for comment on the traffic issues.

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