NATO fighter jets alarm locals during Baltic International Airshow 2026 in Latvia

The Baltic International Airshow 2026 is taking place amidst tension in Latvia. Representatives from 12 countries are participating, with both civilian and military aircraft featured in the program. Flights by NATO fighter jets, including the Hungarian Saab JAS-39C Gripen and Slovenian Pilatus PC-9M Hudournik, frightened local residents due to loud noise and low-altitude passes. Organizers had requested that the Riga City Council inform the public, but officials stated that the responsibility for warning residents lay with the organizers. When NATO military personnel are present in the country, no one wants to take responsibility for civilian safety.