We're all feeling the credit crunch, so what better way to alleviate the stress on your wallet than to lower some of our prices? Visit the shop on the site to see our offers on Shell oils, and smoke oils. We have some of the lowest prices in the industry.

We also have a wide selection on offer, so feel free to have a browse. Our Straight Oils, either the 80 or 100, are straight mineral oils from selected high viscosity index base oils. These products do not contain any additives, except for very small amount of pour point depressant and an anti-oxidant. The W Oil Series either the W80 or W100, are ashless dispersant oils created for aviation piston engines. The ...

Iain Jack, general manager of Shell lubricants, surprised team leader Jez Hopkinson with a new addition to his fleet of aircraft - a miniature Yak50 model, made especially for the team.
He presented Jez with the model during Aero Expo, an exhibition held near London, dedicated to aviation. 

"We are delighted to give this to Jez," Iain said. "The Yakovlevs and Shell have worked together for years, and we hope to continue to strengthen this relationship further."
The model was given in recognition of the many years Shell and the Yakovlevs have been working together as partners.

"I really appreciate this gesture from Shell, which cements our relationsh ...

Aero Expo was another great success this year, with hundreds of exhibitors and visitors attending the event. The Yakovlevs returned to one of their favourite shows in the year, to support their partners; Garmin, Shell and Emery Little Insurance.

The show, held at Wycombe Air Park (Booker), featured many attractions, including one of the team's Yak50s, right outside the Garmin stand. Jez, lead pilot and owner of the Yakovlevs was in attendance, as were Philip Moore and Sanne van Maurik, part of the ground ...

The team has just been expanded, to include a new ground support vehicle. After much deliberation, a silver Ford Focus was selected to go with the aircraft, and the transit van already in use by the Yakovlevs.

After a quick re-vamp, the Ford Focus support vehicle now fits in perfectly, complete with sponsors' logos and the Yakovlevs colour scheme.

The van has come in very useful over the years to transport all the kit and tools the four aircraft need during the display season, while the compact Ford Focus has already proven to be invaluable for getting around town, and transferring pilots.

More additions are planned for the future, so keep an eye on the website to find out more!

It's what we've all been waiting for: the new diary of events for the boys has just been published. Check out our Diary page to find out exactly what the team is up to this season to keep you entertained. And don't forget, chances are the boys are available for your private event, whether it's a party or a wedding, as well. What a way to celebrate your special day! More dates are sure to be added as the season  continues, to keep your eyes on this space.

It's that time of year; the Easter bunny is hopping up again, lambs are frolicking in the fields, and the Yaks' nine-cylinder radial engines are roaring to life again to prepare for yet another display season. And it's going to be a big one.

Already the calendar is looking packed, full of great events. The team is also preparing to be the first team to offset all their carbon emissions - a tall order! Together with our new partner, insurance broker Emery Little, the Yakovlevs will be the first display act on the circuit to be completely carbon neutral. After the launch of the new Ondina EL smoke oil, which is food safe and better for the environment to boot, this new scheme will continue the tradition the team has established to be as green and environmentally friendly as ...

For most of us it's a struggle to drive our empty bottles to the local recycling facilities every so often -- try running a four-aircraft display team through more than 60 displays a year, without doing any damage to the environment.The Yakovlevs Display Team, the UK's premier aerobatic team, is launching a new scheme that will make them the first, and only carbon neutral display team on the scene, with the help of their new sponsor, Salisbury-based insurance broker Emery Little.

The Yakovlevs will offset all their carbon emmisions, with the help of Emery Little's GreenFly carbon offsetting program. For the team, this is another step in the process of making flying not just better for the environment, but also safer for the pilots and their audience. Lead pilot Jez Hopkinson has already developed a new kind of eco/envi ...

The Team would like to wish everyone a very happy 2008, with lots of flying, great shows and more. The Yakovlevs have fantastic events coming up this display season, and plenty of new products in their shop! Keep checking back with us to see what the Yaks are up to this year.

Another display season is winding down, but the rustling of paperwork still continues as the team prepares for yet another spell of displays. Next year already looks like its filling up to the brim with incredible events, which means the boys will be facing a hectic season. There's no rest for the wicked!

For now though, the aircraft are put through their rigerous maintenance routines one by one, the online shop is re-stocked after being nearly completely depleted, and the team's headquarters is going through an early spring clean. Keep checking out our diary page, for a complete list of the events the Yakovlevs will be rocking with their display. We are also always on the hunt for feedback...let us know what you think about our displays, and if you would like us to to come for a visit for an unforgettable experience of your own.&l ...

The team would like to thank all the photographers who have submitted their shots of the Yakovlevs strutting their stuff at Shoreham.

The response to our request for shots has been overwhelming, so much so that we have designed a new gallery to accommodate all the shots! More are still to be added, so keep your eyes on the gallery for more gorgeous pictures of the Yaks.

If you would like to see your photo of the team on our website, please submit your entry by sending it to sanne@yakovlevs.com, in JPG format and with a short description of when and where the photo was taken.