The team behind Guernsey’s Battle of Britain Air Display has stated that nearly a third of the visitors to the island at the time, had travelled to the Bailiwick specifically to see the show this year.
The statistic is a result of a survey conducted at the display in September.
The same survey also found that two thirds of visitors said they’d return for future displays and other mainstays on Guernsey’s calendar.
2025 saw the first evening display which was intended to make it more accessible to more people.
The organising team said the resulting survey shows it continues to “deliver significant benefits to the island’s economy and community”.
“The Guernsey Air Display is about so much more than the aircraft in the sky,” said Natalie Davidson, the Event Director at Black Vanilla and organiser of the Guernsey Air Display.
“It boosts our economy, supports local businesses and showcases Guernsey as a place to visit.
“We’re also incredibly proud of how this event inspires the next generation while bringing our community together. None of it would be possible without the generosity of our sponsors, supporters and the public.”
The display is a stalwart of the island’s yearly festivities, with support coming from multiple directions.
It receives a grant and underwrite from the States of Guernsey and Tourism Management Board, and essential backing from Guernsey Ports.
It also relies heavily on commercial sponsorships and support from the public through the Friends of the Guernsey Air Display scheme.
Ms Davidson added: “An event of this scale isn’t pulled together in a couple of months, it’s the result of a year-long process of planning, preparation and coordination.
“To make it happen, we’re now fundraising for 2026 and we aim to raise £65,000–£70,000. Every contribution no matter the size makes a difference.”
It’s not yet known whether next year’s display is planned for the evening, or if it’ll be making the switch back to daytime viewing.