Volunteers are positioned across the site: Crowdline marshals keep viewing areas safe and organised, Car park teams guide thousands of vehicles in and out of rural roads without major disruption, Information point staff help visitors find their way to specific displays or amenities. Shuttle bus crews keep people moving between entrances, displays, and car parks. STEM zone helpers assist young visitors with hands on activities. They’ re often the first point of contact for visitors and can set the tone for the day – answering questions, offering guidance, or just making people feel welcome. of the busiest airports in the country. Air traffic controllers manage continuous movements: display aircraft returning to parking, static aircraft repositioning, and visiting aircraft arriving from across the globe. Before show weekend, controllers take part in an ATC Training Day, rehearsing scenarios to prepare for the complex mix of fast jets, large transports, and helicopters operating in close proximity. Ground safety teams ensure aircraft are moved safely around the site and that visitors stay clear of danger zones. Fire and rescue crews are stationed and ready for any aviation emergency, while first aid staff handle public medical needs – from simple advice to more serious cases.
The Crews and Technicians Every aircraft at RIAT is accompanied by a crew
Safety and Air Traffic Control RIAT temporarily transforms RAF Fairford into one
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