Tag: Royal International Air Tattoo

It wouldn’t be RIAT without the Royal Jordanian Falcons and we’re thrilled to announce they’re soaring back to RAF Fairford with their four vibrant Extra 330LX aircraft. They’re officially our first international display team confirmed for this year’s flying display, it’s set to be spectacular! 

Behind the scenes, talks continue worldwide, with interest building from Kuwait and South Africa for static displays. 

Stay tuned for more announcements, more aircraft, and more reasons to get excited. 

You can find full details on our website.

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Sunday early bird ending this weekend!

Interest is sky high and with Sunday General Admission early bird prices ending this Sunday, tickets won’t stay on the ground for long. 

Choose general admission for full access to the action or go VIP with a hospitality package for prime views and extra comfort.

The skies are calling – secure your ticket today and join tens of thousands of fans for an unforgettable weekend.  

It’s less than six months until RAF Fairford is transformed into a world-famous aviation showcase, and event organisers have announced the first participating aircraft.

A Finnish Air Force F-18 is the first aircraft to be confirmed for this year’s flying display, where the show will be highlighting the aircraft used throughout the last century for air-to-air combat and modern fighter aircraft used across the globe under its ‘Fighter Meet’ theme.

In addition, 2026 also marks 30 years since Royal status was granted to the event, and in recognition of this, the aviation showcase will have a sub-theme of Royal Flight, which will be marked with a gathering of aircraft for VIP transportation.

Head of Air Operations, Peter Reoch said: “We are delighted to unveil the Finnish Hornet as our first participant for RIAT26 – this display is always well flown and is the perfect introduction to our Fighter Meet theme.

We are very busy working with Air Arms from around the world to attract an exciting assortment of aircraft to the show and we’re excited to start announcing these weekly as these are confirmed.”

In recent years the event has seen huge demand for tickets, with tickets being sold at record speed for three consecutive years.

This year, the event has already sold over 70,000 tickets and all proceeds are donated to its parent charity, the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust, which aims to inspire young people and RAF personnel to reach their full potential in STEM, air and space.

Head of Charity Development, Hannah Langford said: “Every ticket purchased for the Royal International Air Tattoo plays a direct and powerful role in shaping young futures.

“Thanks to this support, we’re able to fund inspiring STEM experiences and skills development that open doors for young people aged 5 to 25 — especially those who might never otherwise see themselves in air, space or technology.

 “When people come to RIAT, they’re not only enjoying an extraordinary aviation event; they’re helping us spark curiosity, build essential skills, and create opportunities for the next generation.” To buy tickets for this year’s show, visit www.airtattoo.com.

With our first aircraft announcement taking off on Thursday 19th February, we caught up with the Air Operations team to bring you the latest update on preparations for RIAT26 so far. 

Planning for this year’s show started long before RIAT25 even opened. Once our themes were confirmed, the team began building aircraft “wish lists” for both the flying and static displays – spanning military, commercial and privately operated aircraft from across the globe. 

In September, the formal invitation process got underway, with letters sent to more than 100 Air Arms worldwide. Since then, the team has been meeting with International Air Attachés in London to share our vision for the show and champion the aircraft we’d love to see arriving at RAF Fairford this July. 

There are already some exciting plans in motion, particularly around our Fighter Meet and Royal Flight themes. As always, our goal is to deliver an entertaining, varied and unforgettable line-up that offers something for every aviation fan at RIAT. 

Peter Reoch, Head of Air Operations, explained that: “The majority of militaries aren’t able to tell us what aircraft they plan to send to RIAT until the spring. Thankfully, some national planning cycles come sooner so we’re pleased to be able to start our weekly aircraft updates next week. As per usual, whilst we’ll start slowly, history tells us as the months pass, we’ll have more aircraft to announce as we get closer to the show. Generally, the more rare/exotic participants can’t be announced until much closer to the event, as we always wait until we have formal written confirmation of their attendance and all the arrangements in place before we add any aircraft to our participation list. I’m confident we’ll have an exciting mix of aircraft at RIAT26 for everyone to enjoy, thanks to the efforts of everyone at Douglas Bader House.” 

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Discounts ending soon – don’t miss out

Tickets are flying, and some enclosure discounts are ending soon, so grab the best price while you can.  

• Flight Deck Friday tickets drop from 15% off to 10% off at midnight on Tuesday 17th February
• Aviation Club Friday and Sunday tickets go to full price at midnight on Sunday 15th February

Note: Only 5 places left for Aviation Club Saturday! 

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Relive the thrill of RIAT25 with our spectacular aftermovie, and experience the moments that made last year unforgettable. From breathtaking flying displays to incredible static aircraft and inspiring Techno Zone® exhibits, it’s all captured in one action-packed film.

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Make sure RIAT26 is in your calendar – last chance for 10% off!

Secure your RIAT26 tickets today – Friday and Sunday general admission tickets are currently at Early Bird prices, and many of our enclosures have special discounts on offer – available for a limited time only. Now is the time to ensure you get the best price available.

• Cotswold Club Sunday – 10% off ends midnight, Tuesday 10th Feb 
• Flight Deck Sunday – 10% off ends midnight, Wednesday 11th Feb

Don’t miss out – grab your tickets now before the discount drops to 5%! 

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The FRIAT ticket package delivers the ultimate airshow experience. Enjoy private facilities, grandstand views with allocated seating, and unbeatable access to the world’s most exciting aircraft. 

Missed out on Park & View? Good news – a FRIAT ticket gives you full six-day access, from the first aircraft arrival to the final departure on Monday, so you won’t miss a moment of the action.

Highlights:

• Discount on RIAT merchandise within the FRIAT enclosure 
• Friday 18th, Saturday 19th, Sunday 20th July general admission to the showground and access to the FRIAT enclosure 
• Allocated Grandstand seat in the FRIAT enclosure 
• Free RIAT Official Souvenir Programme 
• Free Left Luggage Facility 
• Wi-Fi access available within the FRIAT enclosure  

Please note: 

Children are classed as under 18 years of age and will be charged 50% of the adult price. All children must be accompanied by an adult ticket holder. Children under the age of 5 are not permitted in the FRIAT enclosure.

FRIAT tickets on sale now