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Royal Air Force Hawk Fast Trainer Jets Approach RAF Valley
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Royal Air Force Hawk Fast Trainer Jets Approach RAF Valley
Pictured in the forground is a 208 Sqn Hawk TMK1 on final approach before landing with two 19 (F) Squadron Hawk TMK1s.
With a rich and varied history 208 Squadron (208 Sqn) reformed at Royal Air Force Valley on 4 April 1994 and now operates as part of 4 Flying Training School at the air station.
The Sqn has been located in Dunkirk, Egypt, the Middle East and back to the Uk at Honington. Now a reserve Sqn, 208 (R) Sqn forms part of the flying training for fast jet pilots at RAF Valley located on the Isle of Anglesey North Wales.
208 Sqn celebrated their 95th Anniversary with numerous flying spectacles and the Diamond Nine formation pictured is the showpiece illustrating the close formation flying 208 Sqn teaches to the Students
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This print showcases the awe-inspiring sight of Royal Air Force Hawk Fast Trainer Jets approaching RAF Valley. In the foreground, a 208 Sqn Hawk TMK1 is captured during its final approach before landing, accompanied by two 19 (F) Squadron Hawk TMK1s. With a remarkable and diverse history, 208 Squadron reformed at Royal Air Force Valley on April 4th, 1994. It currently operates as part of the esteemed 4 Flying Training School at this renowned air station. Throughout its existence, the squadron has been stationed in various locations such as Dunkirk, Egypt, the Middle East, and Honington in the United Kingdom. Now functioning as a reserve squadron, known as 208 (R) Sqn, it plays an integral role in training fast jet pilots at RAF Valley situated on Anglesey Island in North Wales. Recently celebrating their impressive milestone of 95 years since establishment, they organized numerous flying spectacles to commemorate this occasion. The Diamond Nine formation depicted in this photograph serves as a showpiece that exemplifies the exceptional close formation flying techniques taught by 208 Sqn to their students. The expertise and precision displayed by these skilled aviators are truly commendable. Captured by Cpl Paul Oldfield from Armed Forces personnel with an evident passion for aviation and photography alike; this image encapsulates both the power and elegance of these remarkable aircraft while paying tribute to one of Britain's most prestigious squadrons within the Royal Air Force - truly
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