The Royal International Air Tattoo to leave RAF Fairford home

The air show at RAF Fairford attracted about 170,000 visitors.

Organisers said the decision to relocate was an “important step in securing the long-term future of RIAT” as well as “giving greater certainty for the thousands of visitors, volunteers, partners and supporters”.

Mr Gager, said the move was about “much more than a new location”.

“Boscombe Down gives us the opportunity to build on everything that makes RIAT special,” he said.

“We have ambitious plans for the future and are determined to create an experience that continues to inspire visitors, attract the world’s leading air arms and aircraft, and strengthen our charitable mission for decades to come.”

He also paid tribute to RAF Fairford and the local community, “whose support and partnership have helped make RIAT the success it is today”.

“We will always be proud of that shared history.

“Now, we have the opportunity to write the next chapter. I cannot wait to welcome the world to RIAT27 at Boscombe Down and to share that journey with everyone who makes this extraordinary event possible,” he added.

RIAT said bookings will remain valid for the event at Boscombe Down.