Plans for a Flying Fortress fly-by during Southampton's VE Day sixtieth anniversary festivities were scrapped due to insurance costs.
According to reports, changes to the insurance classifications for aircraft mean the American-made B-17, named Sally B, is now classed in the same category as a Boeing 737 jet.
Sally B's owners say the legislation has increased their insurance premiums by almost 300%, the equivalent of an extra £1,000 per flying hour. The aircraft only flies for approximately 20 hours a year.
Sally B is the last flying B-17 bomber in Europe.
The new EU rules on third-party liability insurance came into force on 1 May, based on maximum take-off weight.
The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.
