Three flying display additions to kick-off this week's update, courtesy of the Italian Air Force! At RIAT 2024 we're pleased to have their F-2000A Typhoon, C-27J Spartan and T-346A Master all performing in the flying display. These displays are very relevant for the 'Pushing the Boundaries' theme highlighting flight test and evaluation, as the 'Reparto Sperimentale di Volo' are the Italian Air Force's flight test unit. The Italian Air Force hope to also provide aircraft for static display, confirmation of which should follow in the coming weeks.
Another week, and more F-16s to join the special 'Viper Line' static display as we mark the aircraft's 50th anniversary! This week we're very pleased to confirm the attendance of Romanian Air Force who are sending their F-16AM Fighting Falcons to RIAT for the first time. These jets wear an attractive camouflage pattern to add a splash of colour to the growing line of F-16s from many operators which will be a unique sight at RIAT 2024. In addition, we'll also see a C-27J Spartan on static display from Romania.
This week we can also add a trio of Royal Air Force Typhoons to our static display. Firstly, as part of the 'Pushing the Boundaries' theme 41 Squadron will participate with their aircraft which is used for trials and development. Secondly, 12 Squadron will send one of their jets which will be parked alongside the previously confirmed Qatar Emiri Air Force assets. Finally, the static Typhoon to be parked near the RAF Experience (at the eastern end of the showground) will be coming from II(AC) Squadron at RAF Lossiemouth.
Royal Canadian Air Force - Bell CH-146 Griffon | STATIC
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We are very pleased to announce that a Griffon will be appearing on static display at RIAT 2024 and will arrive aboard a CC-177 Globemaster III which will also be on static display. The Griffon will be joining us from the RCAF Aerospace Engineering Test Establishment as part of the Pushing the Boundaries in Air and Space theme.
Private - North American P-51D Mustang | STATIC
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P-51D Mustang ‘Frances Dell’ made its UK debut at RIAT in 2022 and is returning on static display for RIAT 2024. Owned by Flying Legends GmbH, this ex-RCAF example carries the markings of 84th Fighter Squadron pilot Lt Clark Clemmons whilst they were based at RAF Duxford in Cambridgeshire.
Private - Vought F4U-5NL Corsair | STATIC
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Corsair D-FCOR will be appearing on static display at this year’s Air Tattoo.
Polish Air Force - Lockheed Martin F-16C Fighting Falcon | FLYING
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As part of our celebration of the 50th anniversary of the F-16s first flight, Poland will be providing their F-16C solo display to perform at this year’s Air Tattoo together with an F-16D for static display.
Polish Air Force - Lockheed Martin F-16D Fighting Falcon | STATIC
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As part of our celebration of the 50th anniversary of the F-16s first flight, Poland will be providing their F-16C solo display to perform at this year’s Air Tattoo together with an F-16D for static display.
Polish Air Force - Lockheed C-130H Hercules | STATIC
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As part of the 75th anniversary of NATO and in support of it’s F-16s which are also taking part in the show, the Polish Air Force will be sending a C-130H Hercules from the 14th Aviation Squadron based at Powidz to this year’s Air Tattoo. It is anticipated that the aircraft will be remaining for static display over the weekend.
Royal Air Force - Boeing Poseidon MRA.1 | STATIC
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The RAF will be providing one of their Poseidon MRA1s for static display at this year’s Air Tattoo.
2x Royal Navy - Leonardo Merlin HM.2 | STATIC
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Whilst the Royal Navy own and operate the entire UK Merlin fleet, whilst the Merlin HC4 fleet are all under the command of Joint Helicopter Command (JHC), the Merlin HM2 fleet remain under the command of the Fleet Air Arm. The Fleet Air Arm will be sending a pair of Merlin HM2 to appear in this year’s Air Tattoo, both will be supplied by 820 Naval Air Squadron and it is hoped one will be equipped with the Crowsnest radar.
2x Royal Navy - Leonardo Wildcat HMA.2 | FLYING
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The Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm own and operate the UK Wildcat HMA2 fleet and will be sending the Royal Navy Wildcat pairs display team known as the Black Cats to display at RIAT 2024.
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