RIAT 2022 Discussion Thread

[Canberra TT.18]

Kuwait blinks green

[capercaillie]

So what do we reckon today - QinetiQ stuff, some USAFE flypasts, E-4B and B-1B on static, a couple of retro T-1s for the training theme, a couple more European air arm statics, cancellations, Japanese C-2/KC-767 on static or absolutely nothing to make verreli chuckle sadistically?

[cg_341]

Well my camera bag turned up today so I guess that confirms my attendance?

[capercaillie]

Kuwait blinks green

C-17 would be tops, although their newer Hercs are very smart.

[Jonnym]

So what do we reckon today - QinetiQ stuff, some USAFE flypasts, E-4B and B-1B on static, a couple of retro T-1s for the training theme, a couple more European air arm statics, cancellations, Japanese C-2/KC-767 on static or absolutely nothing to make verreli chuckle sadistically?

Seeing Kuwait flashing is nice but will be surprised at any more than that as we are certainly in that territory of just hoping any updates carry as few cancellations as possible.

[Canberra TT.18]

Kuwait blinks green

C-17 would be tops, although their newer Hercs are very smart.

Agree on both.

[a3w13photography]

Waiting to see if there is an update today and read through last weeks announcement. Completely glossed over that they said they are going to park the B-17 next to the B-52. That’s going to make for quite a cool photo and comparison!

[Canberra TT.18]

Merlin HC4 cancelled (bottom of list now)

[bobby 1211]

Kuwait blinks green

Well that changed from not participating to attending quite quickly. Merlin cancellation not that much of a big deal for me, especially thst there's a second one from the Navy attending anyway.

[Ledhead27]

Thanks for the positive response.
Really looking forward to meeting you over the three days.
Big trip for us, leaving Inverness on Wednesday, heading all the way to Lee on Solent, nightstop… then RIAT.
Slot time is 1424(local) on the Thursday.

Ps: I have been seeking small scale corporate sponsors to offset the high cost of the trip.
Two onboard (thank you AirTask and ROAVR group) and room for two more…
If anyone has any suitable suggestions that would be much appreciated. £500 gets a large cowling sticker and plenty of exposure! Times are tough, and most companies don’t even reply, sadly. But we are coming anyway!

I never realised that SAHI was based up in Inverness, I'll have to try and say hello when I'm next at the airport!

[bobby 1211]

E-4B

[Luke28]

That bloke on FC is a god. E-4 confirmed.

[JMC]

Bloody hell!

Kuwaiti Typhoon too!

[Luke28]

Kuwaiti Typhoons aswell, lovely!

[MiG_Eater]

Wow that's quite something. A RIAT debut I believe!

[AndEmanuel]

E-4B....wow

[JMC]

Because of that bloke on Fighter Control, i'm wedging my bets on a B-1 being confirmed next week

[AARDVARK]

Isn’t that simply an RAF Typhoon thou?

[Tom105]

What an update, E4B is a truly brilliant addition!

[Light Chop]

Isn’t that simply an RAF Typhoon thou?

Perhaps read the update?

[edhunter]

Latest update - 30th June 2022


Starting this week's penultimate aircraft update for RIAT 2022 with a *big* addition to the static aircraft displays, in the shape of a USAF E-4B "Nightwatch" for static display! This extremely rare aircraft, based on the Boeing 747-200, is making a special appearance at RIAT 2022 to mark the 60th Anniversary of the National Airborne Operations Center, and of course the USAF 75th Anniversary.

We're pleased to welcome the Kuwait Air Force back to RIAT for the first time since 1993, with one of their new Eurofighter Typhoons attending for static display, fresh from the Leonardo Aircraft factory in Italy.

Another fast jet addition to the static display, and very appropriate for our training theme, is a Spanish EF-18B Hornet, complementing their example in the flying display.

Long term Air Tattoo supporters QinetiQ will be sending two of their aircraft used by the Empire Test Pilot School to RIAT 2022, with their new AW139 helicopter attending for the first time, plus their Avro RJ100 Airborne Technology Demonstrator. Raytheon will send their newly acquired Strategic ISR Platform for static display. Friday visitors will get a glimpse of the new Leonardo AW149 making an appearance in the flying display, but the helicopter won't be landing at RAF Fairford. Finally, a handful of civilian operators have also been added to the participation list, including some more vintage types will be displayed in the "Village Green" area at the Eastern End of the showground.


Sadly, Joint Helicopter Command have withdrawn the Merlin HC4 from static display as it is required on another task in July.

[AARDVARK]

Jesus E4B wow!!

[AARDVARK]

Isn’t that simply an RAF Typhoon thou?

Perhaps read the update?

Arrrr yes ,my bad ,too impulsive lol

[edhunter]

WOW, WOW, outstanding update what a catch, can it get any better.

[AARDVARK]

Outstanding update