New home, but same markings as Spotty the Jaguar says goodbye to RAF Cosford

Rumours have been confirmed that a very big cat is making its way to RAF Lossiemouth.

Sepecat Jaguar GR.3A XX119, which is affectionately known as 'Spotty' due to its unique paint scheme, has been transported from RAF Cosford to its new home at Lossiemouth.

"Many people have asked if the Jaguar will lose its distinctive colour scheme but all we can say is a Jaguar never changes its spots," said an RAF Lossiemouth spokesperson.

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"Following confirmed sightings of an unusually big cat somewhere in Staffordshire, we're able to confirm that 'Spotty' is currently undertaking a 450-mile cross-country migration to reside with the last Squadron who flew her - Team Lossie’s 6 Squadron."

The aircraft is easily recognisable for its black and orange spotted colour, resembling its animal namesake.

Much like the four-legged jaguar, Spotty is also a predator not to get on the wrong side of.

The Sepecat Jaguar, an Anglo-French design, served as a close air support and nuclear strike aircraft with the RAF from 1974 until its retirement in 2007, with 6 Squadron being the last to fly the type.