Volunteering
Volunteering at the air tattoo
Applications to volunteer at RIAT are now open. Please read on to find out how to apply.
Why become a Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) Volunteer?
There are many reasons why someone might decide to become a volunteer at RIAT.
Not only is it fun and hugely rewarding, but it also offers opportunities to make new friends, learn new skills and apply existing ones, whilst supporting a great cause, the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust (RAFCT).
AT RIAT, there's no such thing as a stereotypical volunteer. As one of the leading, international aviation events, our 1250+ volunteers are as diverse as the many aircraft that join us from around the world each year. Whoever you are and whatever your background, we believe we have a rewarding volunteer role to suit you.
See what some of our volunteers have to say for yourself:
What you will get in return for volunteering at RIAT
- Not only will you help to deliver one of the greatest airshows, you will also support the work of the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust (RAFCT) to promote the RAF and inspire young people
- Learn new skills and be a part of a fantastic team of over 1250 volunteers
- Training and support
- Two complimentary tickets for RIAT to give to family or friends
- Discount on merchandise
- Camping or temporary accommodation
- 3 meals a day in the Airfield Diner
- Free entertainment in the volunteer village
How do I apply to be a RIAT Volunteer?
To be eligible to volunteer, you must be 18 years of age or over, travelling from within the UK and as a minimum, available on all public show days (18th, 19th and 20th July). We are unable to accept applications with less than 3 days availability.
Following submission, a member of Volunteer Engagement will review your application and where possible, match you with a suitable role. The relevant Team Manager will then contact you to arrange a Telephone or Teams interview, to discuss your application further. This will be an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have.
We receive a large number of applications and cannot guarantee a role will be available. Please also understand that certain volunteer roles may require a specialist skillset, qualification and/ or certification, therefore if you do not have any experience or qualifications with regards to aircraft, it is unlikely you will be put into one of our volunteer teams who have a hands-on requirement interfacing directly with aircraft.
If you wish to volunteer please click here: Volunteer Application and create a new account.
Next steps and FAQs
Should your application be successful, you will be notified and invited to complete a registration at a later date.
If you have any more questions at this stage, please refer to our list of frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Still have questions? Please contact volunteers@rafcte.com who will be happy to assist.
