Royal International Air Tattoo 2018 Discussion Thread

[James Cutting]

RIAT have broken tradition this morning, by releasing today's update earlier than usual. "We are pleased to announce that Spain's national aerobatic team, Patrulla Aguila will be performing at RIAT 2018!"

[Thunder]

Greek's are back

Flying a Block 52+ version of Lockheed Martin's outstanding F-16C Fighting Falcon, itself a variant making its UK flying display debut,

So what did they fly back in 2015 and 2016 then and what about the Poles when they've displayed over here?

[plmc135]

Indeed both the Greek and Polish F-16C's that appeared are shown as F-16C Block 52.

[bizfreeq]

But were they block 52+ (i.e 52 'plus') versions which is what RIAT are saying is a first of type?

[Thunder]

Team Zeus have only ever operated the 52+ version

[Scudpilot]

I wonder what today will bring......

[Gary]

Airshow.hu are saying Danish Air Force will be at RIAT with a C-130J and F-16

https://airshowinfo.hu/airshowfeed/2018 ... dule-2018/

[James Cutting]

Airshow.hu are saying Danish Air Force will be at RIAT with a C-130J and F-16

https://airshowinfo.hu/airshowfeed/2018 ... dule-2018/

Looks good Gary, would be nice to see a C-130 do a display

[Mark]

probably both on static...

[Gary]

Mark, long time now speak mate according to the website the F-16 should be flying and the C-130 static. Await official confirmation from DBH though

[Mark]

Its been a while buddy. Hopefully catch up with you on the Sunday or Monday if your about?

[Mark]

USAF F35A and P-51D Heritage Flight just announced.

[James Cutting]

Aircraft Update!
We are delighted to confirm that the U.S. Air Force F-35 Heritage Flight Team will take part in the #RIAT18 flying display. This special ‘then and now’ formation will be the American P-51D Mustang, teamed up with the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II - news here: bit.ly/2oZ4QA7

[MRTT]

Solo Turk self confirmed.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyQvSEy ... e=youtu.be

[herc15]

Solo Turk self confirmed.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyQvSEy ... e=youtu.be

YES
bring it on

[TREBAX_RAVEN]

So far we have a nice selection of aircraft. Good to see more F18's this year.
Just hoping that the weather is nice this time.
Last year it ruined lots of peoples photos!!

[Gary]

Todays update 15/03

Four RAF aircraft spanning the 1930s, 40s and 50s are confirmed for the static display at RIAT 2018. An Auster Mk.5 observation aircraft and three trainers; the Miles Magister and two Jet Provost T.3 jet trainers, will help tell the tale of the pre and post-War RAF.

Civilian
Auster Mk.5 Civilian Observation
Jet Provost T.3 Classic Jet Preservation Group Jet Trainer   
Jet Provost T.3A Newcastle Jet Provost Group Jet Trainer   
Miles Magister Civilian Trainer

[stevep22]

A couple of Breighton residents there I believe.

Steve

[MRTT]

No update today.

[Mark]

Bit early though, it usually gets released around lunch...