Royal International Air Tattoo 7-8 July 2012

[aviodromefriend]

At the end of the runway, a lot of aircraft might be too high already. So my advice would be to go for the begining of the runway (Although some aircraft might also enter the runway at an intersection, so never reach the begining. IMO numbers at the end is a no-go)

[Sud-Ouest]

Sorry to say this, but I really don't understand why numbers would be an issue on the Monday after RIAT?
Everything is known, put on at least ten different message boards and written down on the checklist that you can buy...
No way that you are going to miss anything number-wise.

For photos, you don't get everything at the other end of the runway, but the aircraft that do stay low can make some spectacular passes.

Just an example of a shot from 2009 to show you that it's not only big planes that stay low:


Regards,

Jan

PS I don't know if it's OK to put a photo here to illustrate the kind of pictures that you can take at the other end. If not, just send me a pm and I'll delete it.

[marcel32us]

Numbers are all known, but I still need to see them, now don't I?

No time to go during the show itself, so for me it's monday only, that's why.

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[Sud-Ouest]

The only thing that you could miss if you're on the other side is some choppers that might take off in the other direction. At the same time, that goes for both sides. Last year a Navy Merlin took off from the far side and did not pass the other end of the runway.

What I mean by everything is known, is that it is not necessary to read everything yourself. If you have a list and the only two German Tornado's that are present, take off, you don't need to actually read them, the serials are known. And on Monday, there's like a thousand spotters so every year the departures (serials and departure times) show up on message boards.

[aviodromefriend]

The EIIR 27* Hawk segment of the Queens Jubilee Flypast will be repeated at RIAT, was confirmed today. http://www.airtattoo.com/airshow/Newsro ... AIR-TATTOO

[r.e.hendriks]

The EIIR 27* Hawk segment of the Queens Jubilee Flypast will be repeated at RIAT, was confirmed today. http://www.airtattoo.com/airshow/Newsro ... AIR-TATTOO

Nice addition! Always nice to see large formations, good for the serials!

[freekiev]

is there any chance that those 2 rusian knigts that wil visit farenborough will als com over to fairford?

[michel N]

Those Russian Knights are only expected for the public weekend of Farnborough, which is 5 days after the RIAT. I guess they will only come to the RIAT if the RIAT will pay them enough money. It would be very nice, and I think the RIAT could use both Knights to attract more public, but it all depends on dollars, I think.

[lambo1784]

First Korean T-50 has arrived as freight at Manchester,being roaded to Leeming to assemble,more to follow,picture on "Fighter Control current military photo page"
http://www.fightercontrol.co.uk/forum/v ... 16&t=58812

John

[marcel32us]

Latest additions:
Civil:
Pembroke, Hunter, Anson, Dove, Dragon Rapide, Meteor

Hungary:
JAS.39C/D

UK:
Wildcat
Lynx
VC.10 (2x)
L.1011
HS.125
C-17
Hawk (27x)
A.330
C-130

Latest news:
News: On Tuesday, May 29, the Air Tattoo will stage its media launch at RAF Fairford. Joining us for the event will be the RAF's solo Hawk display pilot Flt Lt Phil Bird and two RAF Hawks from RAF Valley;. Flt Lt Bird will be flying in the Blue Peter presenter Barney Harwood to help launch the event (it was Blue Peter that ran the competition to choose the Diamond Jubilee logo). Also flying in will be RAF Tucano display pilot Flt Lt Jon Bond; an MC-130 Hercules from RAF Mildenhall; Classic Flight's T55 Vampire and an historic Chipmunk with 'Royal' connections. Dropping in (weather-permitting) with a special Diamond Jubilee flag, will be the RAF Falcons parachute display team.
NEWS: For a variety of operational reasons, beyond our control, a number of US Air Force, US Marine and US Navy assets will be arriving prior to the Air Tattoo taking over the airfield on Wednesday, July 4. The Colombian Air Force aircraft will also be arriving early.
News: Please note that all the Brize Norton based RAF aircraft taking part in the proposed flypast by the RAF's current and future heavyweight airlift fleet, will not land at RAF Fairford. However, Airbus Military's A400M will be on the ground along with a second VC-10 in the static park.

Source: http://www.airtattoo.com/airshow/aircra ... -confirmed

[Stefan]

News: Please note that all the Brize Norton based RAF aircraft taking part in the proposed flypast by the RAF's current and future heavyweight airlift fleet, will not land at RAF Fairford. However, Airbus Military's A400M will be on the ground along with a second VC-10 in the static park.

A unique flypast of the RAF’s present and future giant airlift fleet is planned for this summer’s Air Tattoo. The A330 will fly with the C-130 Hercules, TriStar, C-17A, VC-10 and A400M in dramatic display of the RAF’s tactical airlift capability.

[Sjoerd]

First update 31/5

Italy
C-27J flying

UK:
Merlin static
Chinook flying

Ongoing talks with 55th Wing (O/RC-135) and 514th Wing. also strong rumours about an KC-767 of the JASMDF!!

[Stratofreighter]

http://www.airtattoo.com/airshow/aircra ... -confirmed got updated as of 7 June.

Aero L-39 Albatros (x7) The Breitling Jet Team Aerobatic Team F

BAE Systems 146 BAE Systems Airliner V

Boeing Stearman (x2) Breitling Wingwalkers Aerobatic Team S (?)

de Havilland Chipmunk G-AOSK Lindsay Irvine Basic Trainer S
de Havilland Chipmunk WP903 Henlow Chipmunk Club Basic Trainer S

Douglas DC-3 Breitling Transport S

Lockheed Super Constellation Breitling Airliner F (flypast only most likely)

Pilatus PC-21 Pilatus Advanced Trainer S

Scottish Aviation Bulldog Bournemouth Flying Club Basic Trainer S

Robinson R44 Sir David Jason Helicopter (yes, the actor of "A Touch of Frost")

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Norway:
Lockheed Martin F-16AM/BM (x2) 338 skv Fighter Aircraft S

Saudi Arabia
Lockheed L-100-30 Hercules (x2) TBA Transport (support)

US Air Force Special Operations Command
Lockheed MC-130H Combat Talon II Hercules 7 SOS Transport S

US Air National Guard
Lockheed C-130H Hercules 158th Airlift Squadron Transport S

NEWS: The Air Tattoo is very grateful to Breitling for supporting the Air Tattoo's Diamond Jubilee celebrations with so many of its iconic aircraft – both in the air and on the ground.
Please note, however, that the Super Constellation and Jet Team taking part in the special Diamond Jubilee flypast will not be taking off or landing at RAF Fairford.

NEWS: This summer, four MV-22 Osprey will be operating in the UK, supporting activities at both Farnborough and the Air Tattoo.
Whilst the Air Tattoo is scheduled to have two of the aircraft on display – one flying and one static – it is hoped that FRIAT members will have the opportunity to see all four models – though not all at the same time – as they transit in and out of RAF Fairford during the build up to RIAT.

[Stratofreighter]

Yes, a cancellation in the flying programme...

http://www.airtattoo.com/airshow/aircra ... -confirmed

Update : 14/06

Civilian
BAC Jet Provost T3 (s)
BAC Jet Provost T5 (s)
BAC Strikemaster (s)
Fuji FA-200-180 (s)
Gulfstream V (v)
Hawker Hunter T7 (s)

French Navy
Dassault-Brequet Super Etendard Modernise x2 (F) (CANCELLED)
Dassault-Brequet Super Etendard Modernise (s)

US Air Force Reserve Command
Boeing C-17A Globemaster III (s)

US Air Force Special Operations Commad
Lockheed MC-130P Combat Shadow Hercules (s)

US Air Forces Europe
Boeing F-15E Strike Eagle (x2) (s)

US Air Mobility Command
Gulfstream C-37A (s)

[Viper810]

So the Etendard is only on static?