RIAT 2016 saw the debut of the F-35B demo in the UK, and the US Marine Corp jet did his practice first on the Wednesday before the show. We had both A and B models into Fairford for the 2016 show, and types from the USAF, RAF and Marine Corps – quite a selection.

This demo was very tame compared to where we’re at with recent F-35 flying demos, but it was still awesome to see (and hear) these jets in action for the first time. Check out the haunting engine sounds when the jet is in the hover and the dust and debris this jet kicks up at 5:59.

For more information on the 2016 show – https://www.airtattoo.com/airshow/visiting/lookingback/looking-back-at-2016/airshow-aircraft-confirmed-aircraft