An F-15 (86-0176) escorted the F-22 from Fairford to Odiham where the F-22 was left to fend for itself all the way to Farnborough did its display then returned to be escorted home again
Having heard various theories as to why said "Rapture" (overheard yesterday
) needs an escort, it would be nice to hear some firm reason. Theories are a) to confuse radar signature b) to ward off attack from hostiles! c) US Airforce custom.....
If it were b) then it would be interesting to know what would happen over foreign soil
If it were a) then the cousins aren't very trusting towards their allies.
Regards
SHJ