Thanks for this; there is indeed no mention of POTD on the websitestealth1234 wrote:Im sorry. On the day is £45 ? They stopped selling on the day tickets in 2009 did they not ?
VC10 flyingEarlier this week, we received a very encouraging letter from Air Command detailing some of the aircraft the RAF hope to be able to send to the Air Tattoo next summer. They include a flying VC-10 transport aircraft and TriStar air-to-air tanker plus a C-17, A330 'Voyager' and C-130J/K Hercules for either the flying display or static park.
Other RAF aircraft earmarked for the airshow include a Tornado, Search & Rescue Sea King helicopter, the Red Arrows and the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.
The RAF is also enthusiastic about our endeavours to bring together all the Typhoon operators of the world in line with our operational theme SkyGuardian. To this end we've invited Austria, Germany, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Spain and of course, the UK.
A number of potential, exciting set pieces for the flying display were also suggested and we look forward to working with the RAF over the coming months in the hope of bringing these to fruition.
However, we have also been informed that due to fleet pressures on training assets, there will likely be no flying displays by the Hawk, Squirrel or Griffin at RIAT. Whilst the RAF participation will not be finalised until next spring, we hope visitors to our website will be as excited as we are about the high level of RAF support being considered for next summer's airshow.
We are currently exploring with EADS, a longstanding sponsor and supporter of the Air Tattoo, to see if Eurocopter might wish to send its experimental X3 hybrid helicopter to RAF Fairford next summer! The aircraft combines excellent vertical take-off and landing capabilities with a fast cruise speed. Were it to come, it would be a wonderful addition to the 2013 event. In the meantime, anyone wishing to experience the thrills and challenges of flying a helicopter on a rescue or VIP mission should try their hand at the Eurocopter Flight Simulator at http://www.eurocopter.com/flightsimulator" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
A meeting was held at Air Tattoo headquarters in Fairford this week with our friends at Breitling to discuss their involvement at RIAT 2013. The Air Tattoo remains grateful to the luxury watchmaker for its continued support of the airshow through its private enclosure, sponsorship packages and, of course, its wonderful stable of beautiful historic aircraft as well as its thrilling aerobatic jet team. We look forward to developing plans for their participation next summer.
It was largely thanks to the Air Tattoo's 'man in Moscow', that RIAT 2012 was able to feature the exciting Russian advanced military trainer and light attack aircraft – the Yakolev Yak-130 'Mitten' in RIAT 2012's flying display. Indeed, our well-placed volunteer has been instrumental in securing a number of highly-prized Russian aircraft for the Air Tattoo over the years. The word on the улица is that the Russian Air Force is very keen to reciprocate the RAF Red Arrows' participation in their 100th anniversary airshow at Zhukovsky in August. We'll keep you posted!
Again, it is highly likely that Alan Smith, our volunteer chairman will bring his R-44 helicopter to RIAT 2013 but as we went to press, rumours that a TBM-700 was also planning to attend next summer, remain wholly unsubstantiated.
On behalf of everyone involved in staging the Royal International Air Tattoo, we wish you all a very Happy Christmas
The USAF stopped the F-15E, F-16(West & East) and the A-10(West & East) demo teams after the 2011 season, they named budget constraints among other things. From memory they might have been reinstated in some form this year but now called Heritage Team's. Check out the Air Combat Command website or Facebook page they will be able to confirmstealth1234 wrote:Didn't there used to be a US F-16 (Viper Demo) ? I remember my first time at RIAT in 2003 i saw a great display by a plain F-16 and my mum and dad got me a TEAM VIPER F-16 demo sticker. Would be good to see !
I dont disagree with you but also you dont need to read the posts or go to the RIAT web site so you can still be surprised.rattler wrote:I'm with Dunk. The Greenham shows were very exciting, especially when Friday was the only arrivals day. It was non stop action all day and you would be blown away by what turned up in the circuit. You just don't get the same buzz these days.
Mick F
Very true but equally very difficult not to take a peak once in a while just because we can! In the good old days turning up and just being happy and surprised at what you found there instead of already knowing what would be there and being disappointed at the things that were supposed to be there but didn't make it. But I guess that's what they call progress, more information but just a little less enjoyment and satisfaction.swingy wrote:I dont disagree with you but also you dont need to read the posts or go to the RIAT web site so you can still be surprised.rattler wrote:I'm with Dunk. The Greenham shows were very exciting, especially when Friday was the only arrivals day. It was non stop action all day and you would be blown away by what turned up in the circuit. You just don't get the same buzz these days.
Mick F
you get:I think you might also get access to the P&V area to on the Friday/Monday - but not 100% sure - I know you do as a Mach 3 holder.This package is for Friday 19 July - Monday 22 July
MACH-2 is for aviologists who want to see the bigger picture. This four-day package gives FRIAT members the chance to enjoy the thrilling build-up to the Tattoo - all the weekend's events, plus exclusive photo opportunities when the aircraft depart on the Monday.
The package includes:
•4 day package
•Enclosure access Friday to Monday
•Middle band seat in elevated grandstand
•Free RIAT 2013 programme
•Left luggage facility
•Fast track entry to airfield on public days via one dedicated gate
They usually open the showground around 1 or 2 pm on Friday afternoon and I'm up and out my seat straight away Users browsing this forum: Tiger 1 and 56 guests
