RIAT 2022 Discussion Thread

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Meep wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 5:22 pm
JMC wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 4:04 pm
I think there's a hint of knicker wetting going on. I remember July 25th 2019 it hit 35. And I remember heatwaves when I was kid that lasted for weeks, getting into the un-air conditioned cars with the wind down windows feeling like a turkey in an oven! First RIAT that's been this hot and it's erupted into 'ahh it's too hot, will it get cancelled'. Anyone remember 2006 that was a scorcher too! We'll all look rather silly, if we get the rear end of this hot weather and have a thunderstorms.

Is it a concern? yes. But if you take the appropriate precautions you should be okay!
Insulting people is unnecessary and childish. Maybe bear in mind people on here may have circumstances other than yours where IT IS a valid concern

It's a valid issue, and given the weather warnings already put out by the authorities, if you are reacting like that to a bit of concern on a forum, you're going to be raging by the weekend as they'll be announcements at the show every 5 minutes about it.
'if you are reacting like that to a bit of concern on a forum' aren't you precisely doing just that?

I haven't insulted anybody and yet here you calling me childish? If you're referring to 'knicker wetting' 'it's hot' to 'will the show get cancelled' is a big jump do you not reckon? I'm merely making an observation. As mentioned there's no denying it's not a concern, just some clarity is needed.

Why would I be bothered about the commentary making announcements about the looking after of peoples wellbeing?

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Tone it down everyone. JMC your language probably was needlessly inflammatory
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Today they announced more train strikes but thankfully they have to give 14 days notice so it won't affect riat. My only concern now is the heat causing disruption.

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Wasn’t my intention, for that I apologise!

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RIAT sent an email update today about the heat, seems it's still 100% go to me...

Those water bowsers will be a big draw this year! Will the water stay cool though...

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UKTopgun wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 7:11 pm
RIAT sent an email update today about the heat, seems it's still 100% go to me...

Those water bowsers will be a big draw this year! Will the water stay cool though...
What did the email say? I am subscibed but have had very little Emails since December outside of the ticket confirmation

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UKTopgun wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 7:11 pm
RIAT sent an email update today about the heat, seems it's still 100% go to me...

Those water bowsers will be a big draw this year! Will the water stay cool though...
The one in the FRIAT stand did ok in 2018 and IIRC it was around 27/28 degrees on the Saturday and 30+ degrees on the Sunday
Same old sh*t.............just happening on a different day!!!

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Body of the email says:

"It's going to be a hot one, so don't forget to bring drinks, hats, and sun cream!

Fairford is set for a heatwave this weekend with temperatures expected to exceed 30 degrees celsius. With large areas of concrete covering much of the airfield, our showground will be even hotter than the weather forecast.

Preparation is key. Please ensure that you bring enough drinks and sun cream to last the day. Make sure that you also wear a hat and appropriate footwear.


Staying connected
While we’ve made every effort to shore up mobile networks for the duration of the event, unfortunately all networks with the exception of EE have declined to provide additional phone masts. Fairford is also a rural place so you may not be able to access the internet on your phone at all times. Therefore, we advise you screenshot or print your ticket so you are ready to present it when you arrive at the showground. You may also like to arrange a meeting place for your family at the start of the day in case you become separated and are unable to contact each other via phone. While we endeavour to provide WiFi access to as many people as possible, this is not guaranteed."
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Thanks


That sucks about the mobile networks, might pick up an EE Sim Card and pop £10 in to get some mobile data for when at Fairford at the weekend.

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ThatDutchDude wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 5:37 pm
happy that I'll still see the bronco at Sanicole tho [...]
News to me.

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News to the Bronco team too I am sure as they are scheduled to be in Northern Ireland for the NI International Airshow that weekend.

http://www.broncodemoteam.com/index.php?page=events

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Has it been mentioned for the Arrivals if we can buy drinks with card?

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Tom105 wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 4:27 pm
RIAT 2018 was a scorcher, that whole may june and july were so hot with no rain.
Apart from on the Friday morning just as the large RAF100 flypast was due to assemble!

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Just had the email about not having any additional network coverage unless you are on ee. So make plans early everyone for meet-up points

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IP1960 wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 8:32 pm
Tom105 wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 4:27 pm
RIAT 2018 was a scorcher, that whole may june and july were so hot with no rain.
Apart from on the Friday morning just as the large RAF100 flypast was due to assemble!
I was trying to forget that! Having missed the flypast on the tuesday due to arrivals was really hoping the see that!
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jasonT1981 wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 7:38 pm
Thanks


That sucks about the mobile networks, might pick up an EE Sim Card and pop £10 in to get some mobile data for when at Fairford at the weekend.
For anybody interested, a cheap way of getting EE service is by using Plusnet Mobile. They piggyback off EE, and their prices are very reasonable.

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Stu666 wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 9:23 pm
jasonT1981 wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 7:38 pm
Thanks


That sucks about the mobile networks, might pick up an EE Sim Card and pop £10 in to get some mobile data for when at Fairford at the weekend.
For anybody interested, a cheap way of getting EE service is by using Plusnet Mobile. They piggyback off EE, and their prices are very reasonable.
As does the mighty 1p mobile, who I switched to last month - result 😀
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coanda wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 11:50 am
Berf wrote:
Sat 09 Jul 2022, 9:20 am
Anyone think there is any possibility of arranging a collection bucket in the FRIAT reception in memory of Colonel Oleksandr Oksanchenko for families of those killed in the 831st Guards Tactical Aviation Brigade or indeed the Ukrainian Air Force? Perhaps there is a FRIAT person with good connection with RIAT? Would need a bit of work with some sort of notice or banner printed out...
Did you manage to talk to Wendy about a collection? I imagine there might be some Ukr. related collections going on anyway, just wondered...
No been travelling so no time.was hoping another friat person may pick it up but the suggestion was too late. A pity really as It is what friends would do and would be a good gesture towards the unit

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Berf wrote:
Tue 05 Jul 2022, 7:02 pm
Another problem - this time for FRIAT e-ticket holders. To get your 'free' daily flying list, a FRIAT benefit, you need a voucher. You can't get a voucher for Wednesday as FRIAT is not open to collect you pass and vouchers. And, for me, who was planning to be in P&V all day, it's not worth a trip to the FRIAT enclosure just to get a voucher on Thursday. I have asked Wendy for a solution.... and will post any reply...
Wendy has now agreed with my original suggestion that the sellers accept the e-ticket - they will also take your name to tie it up to the records

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NOTAM up for a formation flight on Wednesday morning from Boscombe Down to Fairford
FORMATION TRANSIT BY MULTIPLE ACFT IN CLOSE FORMATION ROUTING:
BOSCOMBE DOWN AD (EGDM) 510912N 0014503W 0750
SALISBURY 510352N 0014749W 0753
SANDBANKS 504108N 0015645W 0759
ARUNDEL 505122N 0003314W 0807
BRIGHTON SEA FRONT 504916N 0000903W 0810
BEACHY HEAD 504406N 0001359E 0813
DOVER 510740N 0011925E 0821
CANTERBURY 511646N 0010458E 0823
LEEDS CASTLE 511454N 0003739E 0826
BODIAM 510005N 0003234E 0829
BEACHY HEAD 504406N 0001359E 0831
ARUNDEL 505122N 0003314W 0837
MIDHURST 505918N 0004415W 0839
FAIRFORD AD (EGVA) 514055N 0014724W 0900

ACFT EXPECTED TO TRANSIT BTN 250FT AGL-2000FT AGL. TIMINGS, HGT
AND ROUTE ARE APRX AND SUBJ TO CHANGE. 2022-07-0546/AS1.
LOWER: Surface, UPPER: 3,000 Feet AMSL
FROM: 13 Jul 2022 07:50 GMT (08:50 BST) TO: 13 Jul 2022 09:00 GMT (10:00 BST)
Black eagles having a nice south coast tour before arriving at RIAT at 1000?
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Any ideas as to those in the know what will be in the green zone on Friday which will probably not be easy to graph?

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I dare say the only person on this forum who knows that is Peter (RIAT Air Ops) and it isn't/won't be made public knowledge.

Stuff not being photographable in Green is a risk you take by going on Friday, there's nothing else to it.
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JMC wrote:
Mon 11 Jul 2022, 7:03 am
I usually pull up in the centre of red and even if the crowd-line is heaving there’s lots of room to drop back.

Corner of green is good, and aircraft will lift before then but you can’t see them at the end of the runway (not unless you’re on stilts) and it can get very busy there!
Cheers rmc. Sorry , to be clear if in the Red zone, but away from the crowd line, you cant see them on the runway only once they are in the air , thanks. Im just one of those who likes to try and plan a bit beforehand, to avoid the 'right, what we going to do now', and then family argument for 10 minutes !

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There is a slight incline as you move further back as I recall at Fairford, so yes, if you aren't on the fence you won't have a 'clear' view of the runway, but the further back you go you get slightly higher so you'll be able to see at least an idea of what is about to take-off....plus commentary will tell you anyway 😉

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