Back after a pandemic-enforced three-year gap, the Royal International Air Tattoo drew star attractions from around the globe – and 200,000 visitors – to RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire from 15-17 July. Highlights included marking the US Air Force’s 75th anniversary, international aerobatic display teams and iconic military aircraft – new and vintage.

15-17 July event opened with a flypast involving Royal Air Force P-8A Poseidon flanked by the Red Arrows

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US Air Force E-4B

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South Korea’s Black Eagles impressed

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2Excel’s striking 727 was accompanied by The Blades

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Bahrain became the 57th RIAT participant nation, with a C-130J

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Veteran Viggen of the Swedish Air Force Historic Flight

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Ahead by a nose: Qinetiq’s unique RJ100

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BAE Systems unveiled ‘loyal wingman’ concept

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Static star: U-2 Dragon Lady

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