UK defence show RIAT cancelled because of Iran war
The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) has been cancelled due to military operations related to the Iran war. The event was scheduled to take place from July 17-19 at RAF Fairford in England. Organizers plan to hold the show in 2027 instead.
- ▪The Royal International Air Tattoo is one of the world's largest defence shows.
- ▪The cancellation was announced following discussions with the Royal Air Force and the United States Air Force.
- ▪RIAT was originally scheduled for July 17-19, 2026, at an active Royal Air Force base.
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UK defence show RIAT cancelled because of Iran warSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxAn Airbus concept aircraft with a wing design inspired by nature, dubbed Bird of Prey, is displayed at the Royal International Air Tattoo at Raf Fairford, near Fairford, Britain July 19, 2019. REUTERS/Tim HepherPublished May 22, 2026, 10:55 PMUpdated May 22, 2026, 10:55 PMMay 22 - The Royal International Air Tattoo, one of the world's largest defence shows, has been cancelled due to military operations linked to the Iran war, it said on Friday.RIAT had been scheduled for July 17-19 at RAF Fairford, an active Royal Air Force base in southwest England."This has not been an easy decision.
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