This week, the Chief of the Air Staff visited Qatar on behalf of UK Defence to strengthen alliances and boost regional stability. A vital trip focused on tackling emerging challenges and reinforcing partnerships for global peace and security.
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- Today, RAF personnel handed over @NATO's enhanced Air Policing mission in Romania to @EjercitoAire. ✈️ Since March 2026, Operation Biloxi has demonstrated the RAF's commitment to collective defence and security on NATO’s eastern flank. #WeAreNATO
- Our aircraft are on the move. ✈️ As @RAFBrizeNorton undergoes essential airfield improvement works, our Air Mobility Force will operate from locations across the UK. Missions will continue, and the RAF remain ready to respond at full operational strength.
- As technology evolves & threats become more complex, the RAF is investing in the next generation of air power. Storm Fighter, the RAF's future CCA programme, will bring together drones & piloted aircraft to create a force that is agile, integrated and ready to fly, fight & win.
- 🚁 The first @AirbusHeli H145 Jupiter HC Mk2 has taken to the skies from RAF Akrotiri. The aircraft provides a 24/7 response capability in Cyprus and will support missions including search & rescue and aerial firefighting. @bfcyprus

