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RIAT 2022 will see us celebrating the United States Air Force's 75th Anniversary in spectacular style.
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Billed as the "world's greatest airshow", the event, set to be held From July 14- 16 at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, promises an extravaganza of entertainment for all. $(".af3-caption-body").addClass(detailSize);
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The event, which showcased aircraft from across the globe, celebrated aviations past and present while inspiring the next generation.
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All bookings must be made in advance of arrival this year. was on display highlighting its longevity.
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Currently, Its great to be able to fly the F-35 alongside ou, The Royal Air Force also highlighted and celebrated the U.S. Air Forces, this year with a showcase of U.S. Air Force fighter aircraft including the F-35, two, from bases across Europe.
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Prince George of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge visit the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford on July 8, 2016 in Fairford, England. let $this = $('[data-fancybox]').fancybox($.extend(true, {}, $.fancybox.defaults, {
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The United Kingdoms Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, The Red Arrows, fly behind a CV-22 Osprey static display during the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, July 15, 2022.
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The Su-27, a heavy air superiority fighter, was designed during the Cold War as a Soviet counter to potential Western opponents such as the US Air . Hamish Hunter, RAF Benson,
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The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) finally returns this weekend, for the first time since 2019. showFBShare();
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There was also a display from the F-22 Raptor on the Sunday of the show.
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Due to redevelopment work at RAF Fairford the show was held at. Junior Rank's Pilot Scholarship Scheme beneficiary (2020).
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The event, which showcased aircraft from across the globe, celebrated aviations past and present while inspiring the next generation. The Royal International Air Tattoo and the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust extend our deepest condolences to the Royal Family at this time.
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