RIAT May Provide Best View of F-35 International Debut
The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) will again be held immediately before the Farnborough Air Show. RAF Fairford is expected to host more than 200 aircraft, including the F-35s that will display at both shows. (Photo: RIAT)
The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) will again be held immediately before the Farnborough Air Show. RAF Fairford is expected to host more than 200 aircraft, including the F-35s that will display at both shows. (Photo: RIAT)

Those planning to visit the Farnborough International airshow next month who are keen to get a good look at the headline F-35 stealth fighter should consider attending the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) at RAF Fairford, which takes place the weekend prior (July 12 and 13). The three F-35B Lightning IIs that are flying to the UK for next month’s events will be based at Fairford throughout, and none will be on static display at Farnborough. Instead, the jet will be flown daily from Fairford to display at Farnborough—except for the Wednesday and Thursday trade days—when Royal Air Force display pilot Sqn Ldr Hugh Nichols will be taking rest leave.

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