Aircraft
Defense Industry Focus Shifts from Farnborough
Preceding the famous trade show, a major defense conference and corporate hospitality at RIAT provide alternative marketing opportunities.
The hospitality chalets at Royal International Air Tattoo all feature private gardens on the flight line. (Photo: Chris Pocock)
The hospitality chalets at Royal International Air Tattoo all feature private gardens on the flight line. (Photo: Chris Pocock)

Years ago, the Farnborough International Airshow enjoyed the undivided attention of aerospace and defense professionals from the UK and overseas. But not anymore. The Royal International Air Tattoo and the preceding Global Air & Space Chiefs’ Conference now attract significant numbers of senior defense officials and industry leaders.