RIAT canceled: Middle East ‘situation’ forces collapse of major UK air show
Breaking Defense • 5/22/2026
Summary
The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) has been canceled due to the "situation" in the Middle East. Organizers made the decision after extensive discussions with the RAF and the US Air Force.
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