RIAT 2022 Discussion Thread

[JMC]

German A340 also!

[G-CVIX]

German A340 also!

It's on the ground and what a stunner it is!

The Italian MB-339 & A-11 looked really sharp with their special tails. Overall some very pretty aircraft today.

[nickosbad]

Is the U2 already there?

[ThatDutchDude]

Is the U2 already there?

One of the two stationed there, just had to be towed out and parked, so yes it is there.

[JMC]

Two you say? Oo what are the chances of a take off and landing by the other! (None)

[ThatDutchDude]

From FC:
Still not at RIAT - We can expect these tomorrow
F-16 Fighting Falcon (x 2) - RNAF - 10:00
Sk35C Draken - 15:05
Sk37E Viggen - 14:45
J-32B Lansen - 16:45
Hunter T.72 - 15:42
E-4B Nightwatch
A-4 Skyhawk
RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight [Avro Lancaster, Hawker Hurricane and Supermarine Spitfire]
Royal Air Force Ikarus C42
Textron Aviation Cessna 208B Caravan EX
Cessna O-2 Skymaster
Airborne Aviation Ikarus C42 (X2)
Royal Air Force Grob Viking T1 (X2)
Fly About Aviation Pipistrel Velis Electro (might arrive by road)
Bremont Watch MH1521 Broussard
Private Operator MH1521 Broussard
T67M-260 Firefly
Boeing 727 and The Blades
Polish Navy PZL M28B Bryza 1R (currently at Marham)
Team Phoenix Yakovlev Yak-52
2nd Typhoon FGR4 - RAF- 12 Squadron
2nd Puma HC2 - RAF
2nd F-15E Strike Eagle
C-27J Spartan [Lithuanian Air Force]

Has the GAF Typhoon already arrived?

[bobby 1211]

Yes both GAF Typhoons are at Fairford. 30+73 and 31+18

[ThatDutchDude]

Yes both GAF Typhoons are at Fairford. 30+73 and 31+18

Thought it was just one, but good to hear there's 2 of them. Will both be on static just like the tornados and does any of the pair have a special livery like in 2019?

[cg_341]

Hey that's my list

[cg_341]

Will both be on static just like the tornados and does any of the pair have a special livery like in 2019?

Yes, no.

[cg_341]

Did anyone see where the Danish T-17s parked please? Hoping it's south-side somewhere as they'll be really nice to photograph!

[rockfordstone]

Man it was warm today.

Those South Koreans tho. Make the reds look like amateurs

[ThatDutchDude]

Man it was warm today.

Those South Koreans tho. Make the reds look like amateurs

The Frecce for sure did as well!

[bobby 1211]

I am not a fan of turbo props but I really liked todays rehearsals by the PC-9M solo and the Mustang X-ray demo.

[bishbashbosh]

Did anyone see where the Danish T-17s parked please? Hoping it's south-side somewhere as they'll be really nice to photograph!

With the other display teams next to Red Zone on the south side.

[UKAirshowTour]

Did anyone see where the Danish T-17s parked please? Hoping it's south-side somewhere as they'll be really nice to photograph!

Over in red next to the other international teams

[Bodz156]

Will both be on static just like the tornados and does any of the pair have a special livery like in 2019?

Yes, no.

One of the German EF2000s has a historic pilot's image on the tail...

[rockfordstone]

Man it was warm today.

Those South Koreans tho. Make the reds look like amateurs

The Frecce for sure did as well!

Totally. But I think The Frecce are probably the best European team

[bobby 1211]

E-4B went airbourne in the states, is that the one coming over to RIAT?
Reg : 73-1676

[HeyfordDave111]

Any idea why they got asked to terminate???
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They didn't, according to Planes TV they were low on fuel due to a recce of the airfield!
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Over the scanner they were told to terminate
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When returning from the formation with the reds, at least 3 were very well over the East P+V, then during their display they encroached the stands they were so far off the orange markers.

Mind you the Swiss hornet had the same problem. being far from the madding orange markers as to be over crowdline.

[Mr Benn]

It really is only the initial take off you miss. As soon as they're airborne you can see just fine if you're back a bit.

I'm not a big photographer (about 5' 8" actually...) but I just plonk myself down somewhere back from the fence (when not in the grandstand) and the view is just dandy.

Did you mean in the Red zone, or is that true in the Green zone as well ? Looks like were going the Cotswold route this year , as usually go via the M5, so will be on the Red car park, so will probably try Red zone first.

Good news is my Anxiety level is starting to come down, and Im actually looking forward to Saturday right now !

[JMC]

Pinching myself. It’s happening and i’m on my way! Excited is an understatement!

Have a good one all!

[Meep]

Man it was warm today.

Those South Koreans tho. Make the reds look like amateurs

The Frecce for sure did as well!

The Frecce have been far more entertaining for years than the Reds who are just stale and clinical. Fortunately the Reds slot this year is convenient for grabbing a mid morning coffee and having short queues.

[jasonT1981]

Just leaving now, weather already 20 degrees at Fairford.

[Andyph]

Just leaving now, weather already 20 degrees at Fairford.

Might need a new thermometer!
It's barely 10 C!