EasyJet has been touted as a potential sponsor of the Southend Airshow.

The budget airline has reportedly signed a deal to be the headline patron for this year's event.

The airshow has struggled to attract sponsorship in recent years, raising doubts over its future.

EasyJet is due to start flights to nine overseas destinations from Southend Airport in April.

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