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A last-minute battle has been won to make sure the world's only airworthy Vulcan bomber will fly again at an airshow in Gloucestershire.

Operators of the aircraft worked hard to have it airworthy in time for the Royal International Air Tattoo.

The Cold War bomber was restored to flying condition in 2008 after a £7m fundraising campaign. It is owned by the Vulcan To The Sky Trust.

The air tattoo is taking place at RAF Fairford on 17 and 18 July.

In order to display each year, the aircraft has to pass a series of rigorous tests.

Operators overcame both financial and technical challenges to ensure it could take to the skies.

"It's been touch-and-go as to whether the aircraft would be ready in time but I am absolutely thrilled it is now able to join us," said Air Tattoo chief executive Tim Prince.