Typhoon - first RAF overseas deployment
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Typhoon - first RAF overseas deployment
Typhoon is making its first RAF overseas deployment, and the type's first deployment outside Europe. So two RAF Typhoons leave Warton for the Singapore evaluation this weekend. Two 29(R) Sqdn T.1's are due to leave on Sunday 27th, supported by three C-130s and a number of tankers.
But does anyone know when they are due to arrive in Singapore (the 6th July has been reported) and/or when they are due back?
Does anyone know where they will stop out and back, and whether the planned stops include Turkey, India and/or Saudi Arabia?
But does anyone know when they are due to arrive in Singapore (the 6th July has been reported) and/or when they are due back?
Does anyone know where they will stop out and back, and whether the planned stops include Turkey, India and/or Saudi Arabia?
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Perhaps the C130's are carrying the sales teams dancing girls and booze, Its an evaluation and overseas deployment, theres a lot to take!!, eg parts for the tankers as well!
Does anyone have any idea how long each leg is to Singapore, would it be technically possible to do it in one hit?.
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Does anyone have any idea how long each leg is to Singapore, would it be technically possible to do it in one hit?.
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No, the C130s are carrying the tents the Sqn is going to be staying in - not enough room for air conditioners though!
Oh sorry I'm mistaken, that is what JHC would do if Typhoon was under its command.
HPT
Oh sorry I'm mistaken, that is what JHC would do if Typhoon was under its command.
HPT
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On another board it's been revealed that:
"ZJ807 coded BF of 29(R) Sqdn left as Ascot/Rafair 9589
ZJ805 coded AD of 17(R) Sqdn left as Ascot/Rafair 9590
Both Typhoon T.1's left Warton for Singapore at 10.17 on Sunday 27th June 2004, first stop Cyprus."
"ZJ807 coded BF of 29(R) Sqdn left as Ascot/Rafair 9589
ZJ805 coded AD of 17(R) Sqdn left as Ascot/Rafair 9590
Both Typhoon T.1's left Warton for Singapore at 10.17 on Sunday 27th June 2004, first stop Cyprus."
Don't know about Epi but they broke into the circuit about brandy sour time and then overshot for a circuit to land and very impressive they looked too. They are still here and will leave tommorrow morning I am told.
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I'm not Military but an article in the local Blackpool rag caught my attention yesterday ;
Two Warton built Typhoons have been deployed for the first time outside Europe.
The two aircraft left Warton yesterday morning bound for Singapore where the aircraft have been selected for the final phase of the country's Next Fighter Replacement programme.
They will spend around 2 weeks in Singapore and will return to the UK in July.
This is the first deployment of Typhoon outside Europe and represents a major challenge at this early stage of the aircrafts in-service life - the aircraft has been in service with the RAF since late 2003.
Wing Commander David Chan - the officer commanding 17(R) Squadron - the RAF squadron undertaking the evaluation commented "We've been operating the aircraft for 6 months now and purely from a pilot's perspective it's been an enormously enjoyable experience.
This deployment will give us a fantastic opportunity to further evaluate the aircraft in a very different environment.
I consider it an honour to lead the first deployment of the aircraft outside of the home nations and I look forward to the challenges ahead."
Squadron Leader Geordie Evans, Senior Engineering Officer for 17 (R) Squadron, added "From an engineering perspective, this is very early in the aircraft's life cycle to undertake an excercise of such magnitude.
But in the six months or so we've been working this aircraft it has far exceeded our expectations in terms of serviceability and reliability, allowing us to fly more sorties than we planned at this stage. I have every confidence as we embark on this deployment".
Ian Malin, BAE Systems campaign director, thanked the RAF, saying, "Typhoon has shown considerable export potential, with an order in Austria and selection by Greece, along with selection for the final phase of the competition in Singapore.
We are absolutely delighted that the British Government and RAF are able to support us by undertaking this deployment.
I am sure Typhoon will demonstrate the same outstanding performance it has shown since it entered service".
Blackpool Gazette - Monday 28th June 2004
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So, a question from the uninitiated here, to those in the know, how accurate is that article ?
I was personally flabbergasted. Could almost see Mr. Hoon's fingers on the strings.
Comments please.
Two Warton built Typhoons have been deployed for the first time outside Europe.
The two aircraft left Warton yesterday morning bound for Singapore where the aircraft have been selected for the final phase of the country's Next Fighter Replacement programme.
They will spend around 2 weeks in Singapore and will return to the UK in July.
This is the first deployment of Typhoon outside Europe and represents a major challenge at this early stage of the aircrafts in-service life - the aircraft has been in service with the RAF since late 2003.
Wing Commander David Chan - the officer commanding 17(R) Squadron - the RAF squadron undertaking the evaluation commented "We've been operating the aircraft for 6 months now and purely from a pilot's perspective it's been an enormously enjoyable experience.
This deployment will give us a fantastic opportunity to further evaluate the aircraft in a very different environment.
I consider it an honour to lead the first deployment of the aircraft outside of the home nations and I look forward to the challenges ahead."
Squadron Leader Geordie Evans, Senior Engineering Officer for 17 (R) Squadron, added "From an engineering perspective, this is very early in the aircraft's life cycle to undertake an excercise of such magnitude.
But in the six months or so we've been working this aircraft it has far exceeded our expectations in terms of serviceability and reliability, allowing us to fly more sorties than we planned at this stage. I have every confidence as we embark on this deployment".
Ian Malin, BAE Systems campaign director, thanked the RAF, saying, "Typhoon has shown considerable export potential, with an order in Austria and selection by Greece, along with selection for the final phase of the competition in Singapore.
We are absolutely delighted that the British Government and RAF are able to support us by undertaking this deployment.
I am sure Typhoon will demonstrate the same outstanding performance it has shown since it entered service".
Blackpool Gazette - Monday 28th June 2004
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So, a question from the uninitiated here, to those in the know, how accurate is that article ?
I was personally flabbergasted. Could almost see Mr. Hoon's fingers on the strings.
Comments please.
Missing_bags32,
Are you infering that OC 17(R) and the SENGO are NOT in the know!
I know it may upset some folks Daily Mail inspired view of the world but Typhoon appears to be working well, very well.
Are you infering that OC 17(R) and the SENGO are NOT in the know!
I know it may upset some folks Daily Mail inspired view of the world but Typhoon appears to be working well, very well.
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How ironic. It's not that the venerable VC10 that spoils the plan, but the Shiny Ones! Not unexpected, though. Guess that means more money, time and effort sending a sweep up jet to pick up the (typhoon) pieces.