The UK Royal Air Force took delivery of its first two Eurofighter Typhoon combat aircraft with multi-role capability from BAE Systems on 6 August.
The multi-role capability means that the aircraft are able to take on and defeat other fighters in air-to-air combat, as well as attack ground targets with GPS and laser-guided bombs – all in one mission.
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The RAF is now using the fighter as an integral part of the UK's airspace defence operations |
Before flying the aircraft down from BAE Systems in Warton, Lancashire to RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire, Wg Cdr Gavin Parker, Officer Commanding XI Squadron, said: "The Typhoon is already an exceptional air-to-air fighter and is demonstrating excellent potential in the air-to-surface role.
"A combination of its range, payload and performance, coupled with the planned integration of a variety of air-to-surface weapons, will make it a fantastic close air support machine.”
Source: FlightGlobal.com
