07-05-2025
US warplane seen tearing through sky over Wales
US warplane seen tearing through sky over Wales
Photographer David Robertshaw captured the US F-15 Eagle as it flew over Snowdonia in North Wales, alongside a British Typhoon jet as it roared through the valleys
A fighter jet over a part of north Wales last week
Breathtaking images capture a U.S. warplane soaring over Wales. Photographer David Robertshaw also snapped a British Typhoon as it thundered through Snowdonia last week.
He shares: "While camping near Dolgellau last week, I witnessed and photographed a breathtaking display of fast jet activity in one of the UK's most iconic flight training areas. Against the rugged backdrop of Snowdonia, I captured rare close-range images of both the Eurofighter Typhoon and F-15 Eagle, two of the world's most powerful aircraft."
The area, popularly known as the Mach Loop, is renowned among aviation enthusiasts for providing opportunities to see aircraft flying low and fast through the Welsh valleys. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here .
Images captured by a photographer near Dolgellau
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David says: "In perfect weather conditions, I was in the right place at the right time, and with camera in hand, managed to shoot some of the best images I've ever taken.
"One particular highlight is a dramatic close-up of the F-15's engine, showcasing incredible detail and power, the lighting, angle, and proximity all came together in a way I couldn't have planned. It's a rare view of an aircraft that's normally just a blur overhead.
"Alongside this image, other photos capture the Typhoon and F-15 carving through the valleys with speed and precision, offering a vivid glimpse into the skill of their pilots and intensity of low-level flight."
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