Black Cats Helicopter Display Team

Black Cats Helicopter Display Team

Pictured are The Black Cats Helicopter Display Team and their Wildcat Helicopters, performing at the Armed Forces Day National Event Held in Cleethorpes in June 2106.
The Black Cats are an exciting four-man helicopter display team who thrill audiences at air shows with their dynamic flying displays in Wildcat helicopters.
The Team started in 2001 as the Lynx Pair and have been the first official Royal Navy flying display team since the Sharks disbanded in the mid-1990s.
Winning several awards over the years, the Black Cats are requested to display all over the UK and at many European air shows.
The aircrew and engineers are all volunteers from 825 Naval Air Squadron and the Lynx Wildcat Maritime Force based at the Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton in Somerset.
The name Black Cats is derived from the fierce cat depicted on the now disbanded 702 Naval Air Squadron emblem and the term blackcatting which is naval slang for one-upmanship doing or owning something better than someone else

The British Army protects the United Kingdom's interests at home and abroad, providing a safe and secure environment in which all British citizens can live and prosper

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Media ID 15229100

Aircraft Armed Forces Day Equipment Flying Helicopter Lynx Replacement Occasion Royal Navy Wildcat Black Cats

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> Armed Forces > Navy

> Services > Royal Navy

EDITORS COMMENTS
The Black Cats Helicopter Display Team, pictured here with their Wildcat Helicopters, captivated the audience at the Armed Forces Day National Event in Cleethorpes in June 2016. This thrilling four-man team showcases their dynamic flying displays that leave spectators in awe. Originally known as the Lynx Pair, they became the first official Royal Navy flying display team after the disbandment of the Sharks in the mid-1990s. With numerous accolades under their belt, including several awards, the Black Cats are highly sought-after for air shows across the UK and Europe. Comprised of dedicated volunteers from 825 Naval Air Squadron and Lynx Wildcat Maritime Force based at Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton in Somerset, both aircrew and engineers work tirelessly to ensure these captivating performances. The name "Black Cats" pays homage to the fierce cat depicted on what was once emblematic of 702 Naval Air Squadron. Additionally, it is derived from naval slang "blackcatting, " which signifies one-upmanship or possessing something superior to others. This print captures a moment where precision meets adrenaline as these skilled pilots maneuver their powerful helicopters through breathtaking aerial maneuvers. The Black Cats' display is not only a testament to their exceptional skills but also serves as a tribute to all those who serve in our armed forces.

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