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RAF Typhoons Intercept Ten Russian Aircraft in One Mission

RAF quick reaction Typhoon jets succesfully intercepted 10 military aircraft during a single sortie last week, according to the Ministry of Defence.

The Typhoon aircraft from 6 (Fighter) Squadron were launched after multiple groups of aircraft were detected by NATO air defences in international airspace near to the Baltic States.

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Once airborne, the RAF jets identified the aircraft as four Fullback Sukhoi Su-34 fighters, four Foxhound Mikoyan MiG-31 fighters and two Antonov An26 curl transport aircraft.

This video shows MiG-31 fighters being refueled mid flight:

The Russian aircraft were monitored by the RAF Typhoons and escorted on their way.

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Michael Fallon, Secretary of State for Defence, said:

"Once more the RAF and our state of the art Typhoon fighters have demonstrated our commitment to NATO’S collective defence.

"Air interceptions such as this highlight the vital importance of the UK’s contribution to the Baltic Air Policing mission and demonstrate our collective resolve to protect Nato airspace alongside our allies.”