MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 7, 2020) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to the "Gunslingers" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 105, launches from the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Ike is conducting operations in the Mediterranean Sea as part of the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaleb J. Sarten/Released)

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jet takes-off from McEntire Joint National Guard Base, March 6, 2020. The South Carolina Air National Guard participated in a conventional operational readiness exercise to test the unit?s ability to operate in a conventional threat environment. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Megan Floyd, 169th Fighter Wing Public Affairs)

A Spanish air force Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft ascends in preparation for Red Flag 20-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 6, 2020. The Typhoon is a new generation multi-role/ swing-role combat aircraft and offers wide-range operational capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by William Lewis)

Royal Air Force Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) Typhoons at RAF Lossiemouth and RAF Coningsby scrambled today to intercept Russian Tupolev Bear long range aviation aircraft.

The Typhoons were supported by Voyager tankers from RAF Brize Norton, Weapons Controllers from RAF Boulmer, and Air Traffic Controllers from RAF Swanwick.

The Russian aircraft were shadowed by our Typhoons and at no point did the Bears enter UK sovereign airspace. NATO allies were also active today in a coordinated response.
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PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. ? North American Aerospace Defense Command F-22s, CF-18s, supported by KC-135 Stratotanker and E-3 Sentry AWACS aircraft, intercepted two Russian Tu-142 maritime reconnaissance aircraft entering the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone on Monday, March 9th.
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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. Feb. 5, 2020) A Sailor launches an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the "Gladiators" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 106. The Gladiators' train and prepare the finest strike fighter aircrew and maintenance professionals for the fleet in support of combat operations around the world. (U.S. Navy photo by Britteney Powers/Released)

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. ? On Tuesday, March 10th, NORAD successfully conducted an E-3 Sentry mission to the high arctic supported by KC-135 Stratotankers.

The mission lasted approximately 9 hours and traveled 1700 nautical miles north from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. NORAD's operations in the high arctic demonstrates our ability to detect threats through Arctic avenues of approach to North America.

This deployment of an airborne early-warning aircraft to such a remote Arctic location expands our abilities to operate in the highest reaches of the Arctic.
As our CDR, Gen. O'Shaughnessy recently said, "The Arctic affords our adversaries a direct avenue of approach to the homeland and is representative of the changing strategic environment in our area of responsibility.
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A C-17 Globemaster III taxis down the flightline at the Pittsburgh International Airport Air Reserve Station, Pennsylvania, March 10, 2020. The C-17 is capable of rapid strategic delivery of troops and all types of cargo to main operating bases or directly to forward bases in the deployment area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joshua J. Seybert)

ARABIAN SEA (March 9, 2020) An AH-1W Super Cobra helicopter, attached to the Blue Knights of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), flies near the amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21), March 9, 2020. New York, with the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group and with embarked 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the Western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Lyle Wilkie)

An F/A-18C Super Hornet multi-role combat jet assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 232 at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, flies at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 9, 2020. Red Flag increases interoperability between partner nations and across the joint force as Airmen train together against high-end, realistic scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miranda A. Loera)

A Tornado Interdictor Strike aircraft assigned to the Tactical Air Wing (TAW) 33 at Buchel Air Base, Germany, takes off from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 9, 2020. During Red Flag 20-2, the TAW 33 is responsible for providing air-to-ground support as part of the strike function. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bryan Guthrie)

A B-52 Stratofortress from Barksdale Air Force Base (AFB), Louisiana, takes off during Red Flag 20-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 9, 2020. Red Flag provides realistic combat training in a contested, degraded and operationally limited environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miranda A. Loera)

A NATO Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) E3 assigned to Geilenkirchen Air Base, Germany takes off during Red Flag 20-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 9, 2020. The E-3 is deployed to Nellis to deliver ready, responsive airborne early warning, battle management and command and control capabilities for Red Flag 20-2 mission commanders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Miranda A. Loera)

A German Tornado takes off at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, prior to the start of Red Flag 20-2, March 5, 2020. This exercise allows U.S. armed forces to train with coalition partners in advanced, relevant, and realistic combat situations in a controlled environment increasing their ability to enhance security and deter common adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Philip Bryant)

A Spanish Eurofighter pilot taxis prior to taking off at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, during Red Flag 20-2, March 10, 2020. Red Flag gives the U.S. and coalition partners an opportunity to experience advanced and realistic combat situations in a controlled environment over the Nevada Test and Training Range. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Philip Bryant)

B-2A Spirit bombers assigned to the 509th Bomb Wing and an F-15C Eagle assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing conduct aerial operations in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-2 over the North Sea March 12, 2020. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with NATO allies and theater partners in combined and joint operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo's/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)



A Royal Canadian air force CF-18 Hornet, assigned to the 433rd Tactical Fighter Squadron in Canadian Forces Base Bagotville, Quebec, Canada, takes off Feb. 25, 2020, at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Two Canadian fighter squadrons participated in the Tipic Sauvage exercise to train with the U.S. Air Force. Luke regularly hosts exercises and competitions for pilots to hone their skills in air-to-air and air-to-ground contests as well as build camaraderie. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leala Marquez)

ARABIAN SEA (March 10, 2020) A Sailor directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Sunliners of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in the Arabian Sea, March 10, 2020. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean and the Pacific through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brandon Fryman/Released)

For the third time in six days, RAF Typhoon aircraft from RAF Lossiemouth and Royal Air Force Coningsby have been scrambled to intercept Russian long-range aircraft. A RAF Voyager tanker aircraft from RAF Brize Norton was also launched to provide air-to-air refuelling for the Typhoons.

Two Russian Tupolev Tu-160 Blackjack strategic bombers approached the UK Flight Information Region, north of the Scottish coast before flying down the west coast of Ireland.

The Russian aircraft were monitored throughout their flight by the National Air and Space Operations Centre at RAF High Wycombe and Air Surveillance and Control System at RAF Boulmer. Activity was coordinated closely with NATO allies, including the NATO Combined Air Operations Centre at Uedem in Germany.
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GULF OF THAILAND (March 12, 2020) A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), prepares to land aboard amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st MEU team, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Isaac Cantrell)

A B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber, assigned to Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, lands at RAF Fairford, England, on March 12, 2020. The aircraft is deployed as part of Bomber Task Force Europe, which tests the readiness of the Airmen and equipment that support it, as well as their collective ability to operate at forward locations. U.S. Strategic Command routinely conducts such operations across the globe to demonstrate U.S. commitment to collective defense as these aircraft, Airmen and key support equipment from Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, integrate with Geographic Combatant Command operations and activities. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Colton Elliott)

An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing conducts aerial operations in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-2 over East Anglia, England March 12, 2020. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with NATO allies and theater partners in combined and joint operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)

A B-2 Spirit Stealth Bomber, assigned to Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, lands at RAF Fairford, England, on March 13, 2020. The aircraft is deployed as part of Bomber Task Force Europe, which tests the readiness of the Airmen and equipment that support it, as well as their collective ability to operate at forward locations. U.S. Strategic Command routinely conducts such operations across the globe to demonstrate U.S. commitment to collective defense as these aircraft, Airmen and key support equipment from Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, integrate with Geographic Combatant Command operations and activities. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Colton Elliott)

The sun rises behind a KC-10 Extender on the flight line at Travis Air Force Base, California, March 12, 2020. An aircrew from the 6th Air Refueling Squadron flew the aircraft during a local sortie to maintain mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathon Carnell)

GULF OF THAILAND (March 12, 2020) An F-35B Lighting II assigned to 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 (Reinforced) prepares to take off from the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) during night operations. America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit team, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Vincent E. Zline)

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 510th Fighter Squadron soars above Aviano Air Base, Italy, March 16, 2020. The 31st Fighter Wing is dedicated to remaining lethal and rapidly ready while operating within the confines of the decrees set by the Italian government. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ericka A. Woolever)

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle flies over Iraq, March 11, 2020. The F-15E is a dual-role fighter designed to perform air-to-air and air-to-air ground missions, demonstrating U.S. Air Forces Central Commands' posture to compete, deter, and win against state and non-state actors. (U.S. Air Force photo's by Tech. Sgt. Matthew Lotz)


An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron lands on the flightline during exercise Valiant Liberty from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, March 12, 2020. Valiant Liberty demonstrates the ability to adapt to evolving combat environments and execute capabilities that ensure the collective defense of the U.S., the U.K. and NATO alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Madeline Herzog)

An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron takes off during exercise Valiant Liberty from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, March 12, 2020. Valiant Liberty is an agile combat employment exercise which allows U.S. and allied forces to deter, defend and win across the spectrum of conflict. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Madeline Herzog)

Spanish air force crew members assigned to the 142nd Squadron at Albacete Air Base, perform pre-flight checks on a Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft during Red Flag 20-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 10, 2020. Eurofighter Typhoon is the world?s most advanced swing-role combat aircraft, providing simultaneously deployable air-to-air and air-to-surface capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dwane R. Young)

A Eurofighter maintenance crew member assigned to the German air force Tactical Air Wing 33 at B?chel Air Base, performs pre-flight checks on a Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft during Red Flag 20-2 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 9, 2020. Red Flag exercises are conducted on the Nevada Test and Training Range, which houses 12,000 square miles of air space and 2.9 million acres of land. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dwane R. Young)

F-15C Eagles assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing conduct aerial operations in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-2 over the North Sea March 17, 2020. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with NATO allies and theater partners in combined and joint operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo's/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)


F-15C Eagles assigned to the 493rd Fighter Squadron conduct aerial operations with a B-2A Spirit in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-2 over the Keflavik, Iceland March 17, 2020. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with NATO allies and theater partners in combined and joint operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)

Royal Norwegian Air Force F-35A aircraft and a U.S. Air Force B-2A Spirit bomber conduct aerial operations in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-2 over Keflavik, Iceland March 17, 2020. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with NATO allies and theater partners in combined and joint operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)

PACIFIC OCEAN (March 14, 2020) An EA-18G Growler attached to the Vikings of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 129 makes an arrested landing on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Singley/Released)

An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing conducts aerial operations in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-2 over Keflavik, Iceland, March 17, 2020. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with NATO allies and theater partners in combined and joint operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)

A bus parks in front of a C-5M Super Galaxy March 17, 2020, on Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. Normal daily operations continued as Team Dover members took preventative measures against the spread of COVID-19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Roland Balik)

A Royal Netherlands air force F-35A conducts aerial operations in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-2 over the North Sea March 18, 2020. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with NATO allies and theater partners in combined and joint operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo's/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)


A U.S. F-15C Eagle assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing and a Royal Netherlands air force F-35A conduct aerial operations in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-2 over the North Sea March 18, 2020. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with NATO allies and theater partners in combined and joint operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo's/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)


A B-2A Spirit bomber assigned to the 509th Bomb Wing and an F-15C Eagle assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing conduct aerial operations in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-2 over the North Sea March 18, 2020. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with NATO allies and theater partners in combined and joint operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)

A U.S. B-2A Spirit bomber assigned to the 509th Bomb Wing and a Royal Netherlands air force F-35A conduct aerial operations in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 20-2 over the North Sea March 18, 2020. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with NATO allies and theater partners in combined and joint operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo's/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)


PHILIPPINE SEA (March 18, 2020) An F-35B Lightning II fighter aircraft with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), takes off from the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). America, flagship of the America Expeditionary Strike Group, 31st MEU team, is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo's by Cpl. Isaac Cantrell)


ARABIAN SEA (March 18, 2020) An F/A-18F Super Hornet, attached to the "Fighting Swordsmen" of Strike Fighter Squadron 32, prepares to land on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), March 18, 2020. Ike is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of naval operations to ensure maritime stability and security in the Central Region, connecting the Mediterranean Sea and Pacific Ocean through the western Indian Ocean and three strategic choke points. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Hillary Becke/Released)

ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 19, 2020) F/A-18F Super Hornets, attached to "Black Lions" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213, land on USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck during flight operations. Ford is currently underway conducting its flight deck and combat air traffic control center certifications. (U.S. Navy photo's by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Zachary Melvin)


ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 19, 2020) An F/A-18E Hornet, attached to the "Warhawks" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97, is waved off as it makes its approach to USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) flight deck during flight operations. Ford is currently underway conducting its flight deck and combat air traffic control center certifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary Prill)

A U.S. Air Force F-15 Eagle from the 173rd Fighter Wing, Oregon Air National Guard, taxis down the flightline at Kingsley Field March 19, 2020 following a routine training mission. The 173rd FW continues its mission as the sole F-15C training base while remaining flexible and ready to assist during the COVID-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Jennifer Shirar)

Despite what is happening across the globe, it is business as usual in the Royal Air Force, notably for 83 Expeditionary Air Groups (EAG) RAF.With images of the Typhoons at work, still flying sorties in support of Operation SHADER at RAF Akrotiri.
(Photo's RAF Photographer)