The Royal International Air Tattoo 2026

Held at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, the Royal International Air Tattoo is Europe’s headline military aviation event, bringing together a huge international mix of fast jets, transports, helicopters and heritage aircraft. It’s a show built around both flying and static displays, with plenty of time to explore the showground between flying slots, and a strong focus on air power, aerospace tech and the people behind it. Below is our regularly updated preview list of aircraft currently expected for RIAT 2026, based on official announcements and trusted sources.