Canberra to bow out at air show

One of the RAF's most famous aircraft is to bow out at this year's Royal International Air Tattoo in Fairford.

The Canberra photo reconnaissance aircraft will fly for the final time at the Gloucestershire show in July after 55 years of service.

The 39 (1 Pru) Squadron based at RAF Marham, Norfolk, which flies the craft, is also being disbanded that month.

The Canberra started life as a light bomber but moved to reconnaissance because of its high-altitude abilities.

Squadron Leader Terry Cairns, 61, will fly the last flight before retiring himself a fortnight later.