This Airshow is usually held at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire which is a large base used infrequently by USAF deployments which makes it an ideal venue for such a large Airshow.

RIAT usually takes place over a weekend in July, and you can also view the aircraft on arrival days and departure day.

Click here to visit the official website of the Royal International Air Tattoo.

Today, more and more air forces are able to perform air-to-air refuelling, providing critical support for their own aircraft and also for their allies. Indeed, so important is it to operational success that NATO members have standardised air-to-air refuelling procedures to boost the effectiveness of their joint capabilities as well as to enhance the safety of the refuelling process. And with industry currently working closely with international air arms to provide a new generation of state-of-the-art aircraft ready to take ‘global reach’ into the 21st century, it seems appropriate that the Royal International Air Tattoo should turn the spotlight on this vital, yet often unseen, aspect of military air mobility.

Global Engagement
In support of the Royal Air Force, RIAT 2008 will theme much of its acitivy on ‘Global Engagement’; a concept that seeks to build the trust and understanding that is crucial to developing relationships and co-operation in order to promote peace and stability in difficult times

Tri@RIAT

The Tri@RIAT attraction brings together a feast of entertaining and interactive activities that are specifically designed to inspire and excite youngsters. From engineering and robotics to sport and music, there’s a wealth of opportunities for young people to expand their horizons through play.