It was some way to say goodbye.
Just weeks after it was thought to be flying over East Anglian skies for the final time, the Vulcan soared over our region once more.
Flanked by two F-15s, the iconic plane flew over RAF Lakenheath yesterday on what will be its last official flight over Norfolk or Suffolk.
Camera shutters flickered in a packed viewing area, as the legendary Cold War bomber made three passes just before 4pm.
Among those watching from the control room gallery was base commander Colonel Robert Novotny, who had negotiated the Vulcan's pass with the Vulcan to the Sky charity.
A self-confessed aviation fan, Col Novotny said seeing the flyover was a 'thrill'.
'What an iconic airplane - it topped my expectations. To see such a beautiful aircraft side by side with our Lakenheath fighters was fantastic.
'This is not an opportunity my colleagues in the States get to have so I feel privileged,' he said.
The Vulcan's flyover took place as it travelled from its home in Doncaster to Clacton-on-sea, where it will taking part in the town's airshow.
Richard Clarke, trustee for Vulcan to the Sky, said the flyover was a chance to thank aviation fans who support the charity to the tune of £2m a year.
'The Vulcan has a very strong emotional connection with the British public and it really means a lot to them.
'Without their support it wouldn't be flying at all so to bring it to events like this is a pleasure,' he said.
The Vulcan will cease flying in October.
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