Royal Air Force Charitable Trust Enterprises

The Royal International Air Tattoo would like to thank and acknowledge the important contributions of all our sponsors.

	BAE Systems - Title sponsor of the Royal International Air Tattoo BAE Systems are a global company engaged in the development, delivery and support of advanced defence and aerospace systems in the air, on land and at sea.
	Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin Corporation are an advanced technology company, principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture and integration of advanced technology systems, products and services.
	Northrop Grumman Northrop Grumman Corporation are a global defence and technology company who provide innovative systems, products and solutions in information and services, electronics, aerospace and ship-building to government and commercial customers worldwide.
	Finmeccanica Finmeccanica is the main Italian industrial group operating globally in the aerospace, defence and security sectors. It is also one of the world's leading groups in the field of helicopters and defence electronics, as well as being the European leader for satellite and space services.
	Boeing Boeing are a leading aerospace company and the largest manufacturer of commercial jetliners and military aircraft combined. Additionally, Boeing designs and manufactures rotorcraft, electronic and defence systems, missiles, satellites, launch vehicles and advanced information and communication systems.
	The Marshall Group The Marshall Group are a privately owned and privately funded company. The Marshall Group had interests in the retail motor industry, transport refrigeration, aviation and specialist vehicle engineering.
	EADS EADS are a global leader in aerospace, defence and related services. The group includes the aircraft manufacturer Airbus, the world's largest helicopter supplier Eurocopter and EADS Astrium.
	VT Support Services VT Support Services provides asset management of ships, aircraft and vehicles in the military and commercial sectors, military training and facilities management in the UK and overseas.
	Rolls Royce Rolls Royce make engines that power aircraft in all of the major military aviation market sectors, from military transport, aircraft and helicopters, to trainers and combat aircraft.
	Serco Serco is an international service company which combines commercial know-how with a deep public service ethos. We think innovatively to help governments improve services across many area of public life - from justice to healthcare, education to defence.
	Goodrich Goodrich Corporation are a global supplier of systems and services to the aerospace, defence and homeland security markets.
	Page Aerospace Page Aerospace is one of the largest manufacturers of electronic cabin power and lighting products in the world and one of three largest in Europe.
	CAE CAE are a leader provider of simulation and modelling technologies and integrated training services for civil aviation and defence customers worldwide.
	Pratt & Whitney Pratt and Whitney are a pioneer in flight and in technology, a company steeped in history yet focused on the future.
	Jeppesen Jeppesen deliver solutions that integrate people, processes and technology to deliver safety, efficiency and economy to air, sea and rail operators around the world.
	L-3 Communications L-3 Communications is a prime contractor in Command, Control and Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Government Services, Aircraft Modernization and Maintenance and has the broadest base of Specialized Products in the industry. L-3 is also a major provider of homeland defense products and services for a variety of emerging markets.

Links to Participants

	The Red Arrows The Red Arrows, officially known as the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, is the aerobatics display team of the Royal Air Force, based at RAF Scampton
	Thunderbirds The Thunderbirds are the Air Demonstration Squadron of the United States Air Force.
	Eurofighter Typhoon The Eurofighter Typhoon is a twin-engine multi-role canard-delta strike fighter aircraft
	British Forces Broadcasting Services The British Forces Broadcasting Service was established in 1943. Today it provides radio and television programmes for HM Forces, and their dependents, in Afghanistan, Belize, Bosnia, Brunei, Canada, Cyprus, the Falkland Islands, Germany, Gibraltar, Kosovo, the Middle East, and Northern Ireland as well as a live satellite service to Royal Navy ships at sea.

Links to 2008 Exhibitors

Wonderland Models
Wonderland Models are an Online Toy and Model Shop who specialise in Revell and Airfix plastic kits, radio control toys, rc cars, helicopters, aeroplanes and diecast models.

Links to RAF Related Organisations

	Royal Air Force The Royal Air Force’s role, in conjunction with the Defence organisations, is to deliver the UK Defence Vision, defend the UK and its interests, strengthen international peace and stability, be a force for good in the world.
	Royal Auxiliary Air Force The Royal Auxiliary Air Force (RAuxAF) is the volunteer reserve part of the Royal Air Force.
	Air Cadets The Air Training Corps offers opportunities to young men and women to experience service life, to take part in all kinds of sporting and adventure training
	RAF Benevolent Fund The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund exists to provide assistance to those of the extended Royal Air Force Family who need support
	Royal Air Forces Assosiation (RAFA) The RAF Association (RAFA) is a membership organisation of serving and former members of the Royal Air Force, their families and dependants and all those supporting the aims of the Association.
	RAF Club The Royal Air Force Club, London offers Members and their guests comfortable and stylish accommodation
	RAF Comrade Contact RAF-Comrade-Contact is a free service to members of the RAF Association (RAFA) and is a user-friendly website set up by RAFA specifically for the Royal Air Force community.

Links to Charity Organisations

	Flying Scholarship for the Disabled This charity awards Flying Scholarships for the Disabled annually, which give disabled people the opportunity to learn to fly.
	BBC Children in Need Each year since 1980, the BBC has set aside one evening of programming on its flagship television channel, BBC One, to show events aimed at raising money for charities working with children in the UK.
	Ulysses Trust The Ulysses Trust was formed in 1992 and provides funds for units and individuals to take part in challenging expeditions mounted by volunteers of the Reserve Forces and Cadets of the United Kingdom.
	The Royal British Legion The Royal British Legion is a UK charity providing support to the serving and ex-Service community and their families.
	St Dunstan's St Dunstan’s is a national UK charity established in 1915 by Sir Arthur Pearson to provide an independent future for blind ex-Service men and women.

Links to Supporting Organisations

	Vulcan to the Sky Trust Restoring Avro Vulcan XH558 to flight.
	The Shackleton Association The Main Aims and Objectives of the Association:. To provide a forum of mutual appreciation of the Shackleton Aircraft.
	United States Air Force The mission of the United States Air Force is to deliver sovereign options for the defense of the United States of America and its global interests
	European Airshow Council Airshows bring excitement and fun for the spectators. The EAC aims to encourage the spectacle whilst ensuring the safety of all who take part and who go to see an event

Local Links

	Fairford Town Council The Fairford Town Council website
	Cotswold Town of Fairford The Fairford Website. A base for organisations, news items and businesses in and around the Cotswold Town of Fairford, England
	The Historic Town of Kempsford The official website of the Gloucestershire Village of Kempsford.
	Cotswold District Council The official website of Cotswold District Council, UK
	Swindon Town Everything you need to know about Swindon - What's On, Jobs, Property, Shopping and Accommodation.
	Cirencester Town Cirencester Web Site. Cirencester accommodation, news, business, Cirencester leisure and Cirencester tourism for the historic Roman town of Cirencester
	Kempsford Camping Kempsford Campsite is ideally located for the overnight stops at the airshow.

Links to Friends who have helped

	Ian Allan Pubishing Britain's leading specialist transport publisher and world wide mail order service.
	Aeroflight The Aviation Enthusiasts Web Site.
	Arkells Brewery Arkell's Brewery is one of the finest examples of a Victorian steam brewery anywhere in the world.
	HSL Mobile Messaging Provides mobile messaging and gateway services. Services, technical information and prices.