A spectacular firework finale brought the curtain down on the awesome Airbourne 2003 show last night.
The night sky was illuminated by thousands of fireworks launched from the end of Eastbourne pier after a Nimrod MR2 flew into the setting sun.
The show marked the end of Airbourne's four days, which saw more than 700,000 people flock to the resort.
Organisers today said this year's event had been a huge success.
Attractions over the four days included displays by the Red Arrows, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and the Xtra 300 aerobatic team.
Thousands of people visited the scores of ground displays organised by the RAF, including a life-size Tornado and Eurofighter cockpits, plus rows of classic cars.
Borough council Cabinet spokesman for culture Mike Thompson said today: "Airbourne 2003 was a phenomenal success attracting an estimated 700,000 people.
"Hotels were full with many businesses maximising income."
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