Speaking on behalf of the Hampshire Air Festival Montserrat Events team, Jonathan Moore, Founder & CEO, said:

“Helen’s appointment marks a significant step for us. Her knowledge of the aviation sector and her record in growing audiences will help shape how we grow the Hampshire Air Festival for 2026 and beyond.

There is clear demand for a well-run, accessible airshow weekend in the South of the UK, and we are grateful to the owners of Thruxton for joining with us, as they provide the right location, capacity and infrastructure to build something special with real longevity. Our aim is straightforward; deliver an engaging event that families and aviation fans will want to return to year after year.”

Helen Webb Aviation will begin work this month, working closely with Jonathan and the wider delivery team, along with digital partners Polar Works, TicketFlex and DSPE.

Helen Webb commented:

“I’m delighted to join the Hampshire Air Festival as I’m passionate about airshows, not just as an amazing spectacle but also their power to excite the next generation in innovation and STEM in aviation. To be part of a brand-new event that will bring together all the best elements of other airshows and aviation events with an evening spectacular of music, drones, lights, fireworks and pyro-aerobatics is a dream come true! I hope people will support us and see what the excitement is all about.

Jonathan added:

“We’re building this with a long-term view. With Helen Webb Aviation involved, we strengthen the team’s approach to understanding our future customers and delivering a great event for them. It’s an important addition to our team as we prepare for 2026.”

Tickets for the Hampshire Air Festival will go live soon. Register your interest at: www.hampshireairfestival.co.uk