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Royal International Air Tattoo Cancelled Over Middle East Military Operations
The Royal International Air Tattoo has been cancelled due to uncertainty over access to RAF Fairford. Organizers cited ongoing military operations linked to the Iran war. The event was scheduled for July 17-19 at the active Royal Air Force base.
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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. The event 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. It follows extensive discussions with the Royal Air Force and the United States Air Force regarding uncertainty over access to RAF Fairford, given the ongoing situation in the Middle East," RIAT said on its website.
RIAT organizers stated the cancellation followed talks with both the Royal Air Force and the United States Air Force. The organization said it intends to hold the show in 2027. The decision affects an annual event that has drawn large crowds and featured military aircraft displays at the Gloucestershire base.
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