AboutPaul Ruderham Expertise I have been studying aviation for over twenty years. I know about the function of airlines, how aeroplanes fly, aviation accidents and why they happen. I am also an accomplished model aeroplane pilot, and a flight simulator expert. I have flown chipmunks and light aircraft.
Experience Hands on experience working at the airport, plus many hours of studying airlines and different types of aeroplanes.
Question can you tell why air shows are called air tattoos?
Answer Hi geoff,
I believe it originates from the 17th century as a last call to the soldiers to return to barracks etc. The inns and taverns were ordered by drum signals to doe den tap toe close all the taps so soldiers had to return. this was shortened to tap toe then tattoo. Hence military and civilian events are called tattoos.
