Flight Deck Entrance RIAT24 (1)

Flight Deck

SIT BACK, RELax and enjoy the show

The Flight Deck offers a vibrant atmosphere and outstanding views of aircraft taking off.  There's no better place to soak in the world's greatest airshow as you enjoy delicious street food and a complimentary drink.

A general admission ticket will be included in your booking when selecting this option. If you already have a general admission ticket, book your upgrade here. 10% discount for Friday and 5% discount for Sunday has already been applied to the price.

Children aged 5 and over need a ticket for the Flight Deck.  Children under 5 are free as long as they do not occupy a seat or have an inclusive lunch.

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FLIGHT DECK tickets

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What's included

  • CASUAL STREET-FOOD LUNCH

  • ICE CREAM STALL

  • COMPLIMENTARY WELCOME DRINK

  • CROWD LINE LOCATION

  • STANDING PHOTOGRAPHY AREA LOCATED AT THE FRONT

  • UNRESERVED INFORMAL SEATING

  • PRIVATE TOILETS

  • SHADED STRETCH TENT

RIAT26 menu Friday, Saturday and Sunday

STREET FOOD

Barbecoa pulled pork * Chicken goujons * Mixed bean and pepper chilli (ve) * Sweetcorn fritters (ve) * Fried potatoes, herbs and Cornish sea salt (ve)

KITCHEN COUNTER SALADS

Corn nachos with salsa and guacamole (ve) * Barbecoa slaw (ve) * Spiced rice salad (ve), Baby mixed leaves (ve)

DESSERTS

Cotswold cream gelato pots with toppings & sauces

Please make sure you personalise your ticket when asked, if you have any of the following allergies: celery, cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, eggs, fish, lupin, milk, molluscs, mustard, peanuts, sesame, soybeans, sulphur dioxide, sulphites and tree nuts.  

RIAT25 Enclosures Map

Please note this map is for 2025 and is subject to change.

Flight Deck Frequently Asked Questions

On arrival at the Flight Deck on the day, you will be given a wristband, on production of your ticket.

No. All furniture in the garden is unreserved, but there are plenty of chairs for everyone.

Please note that our menus include a range of food options, including vegetarian and vegan. Relish, our catering partner, can also provide gluten free/coeliac dishes. In the tick box section of the booking process please let us know if you have any allergies or special requirements. The menu is set, so we sadly cannot cater for 'preferences'.

On base parking is not included with the Flight Deck package.  If you wish to drive to the show and park in one of our off base car parks you will need to purchase a parking ticket along with your admission and Flight Deck Enclosure tickets.

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No - dress for the weather. Due to the location of the car parks and the sometimes long grass on site, we would suggest that you wear suitable footwear.

Yes but access to the enclosure will be over grass. Those with restricted mobility should consider this when booking.

There is a disabled toilet on site.

Smoking (including vaping) within the enclosure is only allowed in the outdoor designated smoking area.