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RAF Typhoons Scrambled to Shadow Russian Aircraft

November 15, 2024
Lawrence Ankutseby Lawrence Ankutse
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RAF Typhoons Scrambled to Shadow Russian Aircraft

RAF Typhoon

The Royal Air Force (RAF) scrambled two Typhoon jets from RAF Lossiemouth in Moray to track a Russian military aircraft detected near UK airspace. 

The Ministry of Defence confirmed that the Russian Bear-F reconnaissance plane was monitored over the North Sea but did not breach UK airspace.

Luke Pollard, Minister for the Armed Forces, emphasized the UK’s resolve to protect its territory. 

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“Our adversaries should be in no doubt of our steadfast determination and formidable ability to protect the UK. The Royal Navy and RAF have once again shown they stand ready to defend our country at a moment’s notice and I pay tribute to the professionalism and bravery of those involved in these latest operations.”

Luke Pollard
Russian TU 142 Bear Bomber
Russian-TU-142-“Bear”-Bomber

Increased Presence in English Channel

This incident followed a week of heightened military vigilance, with the Royal Navy observing Russian naval activity in the English Channel. HMS Iron Duke and support tanker RFA Tideforce were tasked with shadowing a trio of Russian ships led by the Admiral Golovko, a new Russian frigate. The flotilla also included the oceanographic research vessel Yantar and the tanker Vyazma.

British forces took over surveillance from their Norwegian counterparts and continued until the group left UK waters, where responsibility was passed to the French Navy. 

The RAF P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft provided air support during the operation, showcasing the coordination between air and naval forces.

The Iron Duke continued its monitoring mission as the Admiral Golovko proceeded on its route, eventually passing duties to a Dutch warship. Meanwhile, HMS Iron Duke trailed a second group — comprising the frigate Neustrashimy and its support tanker, Akademik Pashin — as they headed toward the Baltic Sea. 

The Iron Duke maintained contact through the Channel and North Sea before handing off to Dutch naval forces.

High Tensions in Air and Sea

The sighting of Russian military ships and aircraft in close succession has raised concerns among NATO allies. This event marks the second time in three months that both the Royal Navy and RAF have encountered Russian military movements in such proximity. 

These incidents underscore the ongoing tension between Russia and Western nations amid strained international relations.

Last month, a separate close encounter occurred between the U.S. and Russia, highlighting the frequency of such confrontations. The U.S. military released footage showing a Russian jet flying perilously close to a U.S. Air Force F-16 near Alaska. 

US Airforce F 16
Image taken from video, a U.S. Air Force F-16 operating under the direction of North American Aerospace Defense Command

The video captured the moment the Russian fighter approached from behind and passed just feet away from the U.S. jet — a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of modern airspace operations.

The UK’s swift response to the Russian reconnaissance aircraft and naval vessels serves as a reaffirmation of its commitment to maintaining national and regional security. Military experts note that such showings are part of routine patrols meant to test the readiness of NATO countries. 

As such, the quick deployment of both air and sea assets highlights the serious approach the UK and its allies take toward monitoring and responding to military maneuvers close to their territories.

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