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Low-flying plane over Tunstall near Sittingbourne was for Remembrance Day display

A low-flying plane spotted performing stunts over a village was part of a school's Remembrance Day event.

The aircraft, which was seen twisting and turning above Tunstall, near Sittingbourne, had residents scratching their heads on Friday.

But it's been confirmed the incredible sight was part of Tunstall Church of England School's Remembrance Day events, with a pupil's father putting on a display.

A school spokesman said: "We had people from the community, as well as children and parents from Bredgar school and the local church, come along.

"It was about a five-minute display before the minute's silence on Remembrance Day.

"Parents who worked in the army, navy, police or other forces turned up in uniform for the event. The pilot is a parent and put on a flypast, including a loop the loop and victory roll.

The plane was being flown by the parent of a pupil from Tunstall School for a Remembrance Day display. Picture: Amanda Paines
The plane was being flown by the parent of a pupil from Tunstall School for a Remembrance Day display. Picture: Amanda Paines

"The children were cheering and in awe. But when it was out of sight they went back to being silent and we sang the national anthem."

Annie Sparham captured the footage and described it as "an incredible and moving sight".

Suzanne Hughes, who was watching the display, said: "I was there children loved it well done those who organised it for Tunstall school. It was quiet scary at some points."

While Christine Palmer added: "One of the dads from the school arranged it for the remembrance service the school had.

"We were there and it was an amazing service."

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