Two British fighters of constant readiness forces Typhoon on Monday were alerted to the air from the Lossiemouth airbase in Scotland to “intercept” Russian strategic bombers approaching the territory of Great Britain, according to Western aviation resources.
According to their information, to the east of Scotland, radio talks of two Russian strategic bombers Tu-160 were recorded.
Together with the fighters in the air, a British tanker was also raised, which ensures the duration of their flight.
In addition, two Belgian F-16 permanent fighter fighters and a French tanker C-135FR Stratotanker were also brought into the air.
According to the British media, the command of the British Air Force confirmed the “interception” of Russian aircraft.
“We can confirm that Typhoon’s permanent readiness aircraft from the Lossiemouth air base were raised in the air this morning.” The operation continues, and we can not provide additional information until its end, “said a spokesman for the British Royal Air Force. He did not specify the type of Russian aircraft.