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BBC News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Red Arrows booked in for Guernsey Air Display
The RAF has confirmed the Red Arrows will return later this year for Guernsey's annual air said the aerobatic display team would feature at the Guernsey Air Display in the evening on Wednesday 10 will appear alongside the Dakota from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) and the Typhoon display Neal, flying display director, said: "The Reds and BBMF are stalwarts of the display, and a highlight for many." He added: "We always apply for the Typhoon but we're rarely successful so that will be a fantastic addition. "Everyone loves a fast and noisy jet."The show was held in June last year, but the Guernsey Air Display Foundation said it had changed the date to September to accommodate the Red Arrows' overseas event is being held between 18:30 and 20:00 BST to make it more accessible, particularly for students and families.
ITV News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- ITV News
Guernsey Air Display to showcase Red Arrows and RAF Typhoon in new evening slot
Guernsey will welcome back the Red Arrows as part of the island's popular annual air show. Also set to take to the skies are the RAF Typhoon Display Team and the Dakota from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF). This year, the event has moved back to its usual September slot but will start later in the day, which organisers hope will help make it more accessible. Barry Neal, Flying Display Director, adds: "The Reds and BBMF are stalwarts of the display, and a highlight for many. "We always apply for the Typhoon but we're rarely successful so that will be a fantastic addition. Everyone loves a fast and noisy jet." Other performers include Rich Goodwin and his Pitts Biplane, and Airborne Pyrotechnics which will round off the show. Natalie Davidson, Event Organiser, says: "We're expecting much bigger crowds to be able to enjoy this wonderful event. For the first evening display to have such a great lineup of aircraft is very exciting." The Guernsey Air Display is a free event which relies on sponsorship and donations, it will take place from 6:30pm to 8pm on Wednesday 10 September.
Qatar Tribune
23-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
UK, Qatar extend Typhoonoperations pact until 2027
Tribune News Network Doha On Tuesday, May 20, the United Kingdom and the State of Qatar signed an agreement to extend the Joint Memorandum of Understanding supporting UK-Qatar Typhoon operations for a further two years, until 2027. The agreement was signed by HE Major General (Pilot) Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Dosari, Commander of the Qatar Amiri Air Force, and Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton, Chief of the Air Staff of the Royal Air Force. The signing took place during an official visit to the UK by HE Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs. During his visit, HE Sheikh Saoud held talks with his UK counterpart, Secretary of State for Defence the Rt Hon John Healey MP, at the Ministry of Defence in London. He also met with the Heads of both the UK's Army and Air Force. No. 12 Squadron, the joint UK-Qatar Typhoon squadron, is the Royal Air Force's only joint squadron with another nation since the Second World War. Established in 2018, it began joint operations in 2020. The extension of this collaboration until 2027 further deepens the close partnership between the RAF and the QEAF, reinforcing the strong bilateral defence and security relationship between the UK and Qatar. British Ambassador to Qatar HE Neerav Patel said: 'The joint UK-Qatar Typhoon squadron, which was established in 2018, is a testament to the enduring friendship and partnership between Qatar and the UK. This extension boosts our mutual abilities to tackle shared security challenges and benefits both our Air Forces and nations. We are genuinely proud to see our pilots flying side by side.' As part of the visit, a separate Memorandum of Understanding was signed with the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst concerning a £25 million donation to support the establishment of the Sandhurst Command and Technology Centre. This pioneering centre will advance military leadership, education, and technology. The donation was initially announced during the State Visit to the UK by the Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, in December 2024. HE Sheikh Saoud also visited RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire, the home of No. 12 Squadron and the primary training station for Typhoon pilots.
Press and Journal
20-05-2025
- General
- Press and Journal
RAF Typhoon forced into emergency landing after distress signal sounds near Findhorn
An RAF Typhoon fighter jet was forced into an emergency landing today. The Air Force have confirmed that the aircraft coded JEDI0012 was forced to land at their Lossiemouth base after declaring a 'minor emergency' this afternoon. The alarm was first sounded after a distress signal from the aircraft was issued around Findhorn, Moray at around 1.45pm. However, the RAF have confirmed that the aircraft has landed safely as of 1.56pm today. It is understood that no-one was harmed as a result. A Royal Air Force spokesperson said: 'The jet had a very minor airborne fault during its flight. 'The 7700-squawk code was used as a precautionary alert to Air Traffic Control that there may be an issue. 'However, the aircraft arrived back to RAF Lossiemouth safely without incident.'
Free Malaysia Today
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Britain intercepts Russian aircraft over Baltic Sea
Two Typhoons intercepted an unknown aircraft leaving Kaliningrad airspace on Thursday. (EPA Images pic) LONDON : Britain said today two of its fighter jets had intercepted Russian aircraft over the Baltic Sea close to Nato alliance airspace in separate incidents on Tuesday and Thursday. The Typhoon fighters were scrambled to intercept a Russian Ilyushin Il-20M 'Coot-A' intelligence aircraft on Tuesday, Britain's ministry of defence said in a statement. Two days later, two Typhoons intercepted an unknown aircraft leaving Kaliningrad airspace, it said. Minister for the armed forces Luke Pollard said with Russian aggression growing and security threats on the rise, Britain was stepping up to reassure its allies, deter adversaries and protect its national security. 'This mission shows our ability to operate side by side with Nato's newest member Sweden and to defend the alliance's airspace wherever and whenever needed, keeping us safe at home and strong abroad,' he said in a statement. There was no immediate reaction from Russia.
