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Raf Soars over Buckingham Palace for Hm the QueenaS Birthday
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Raf Soars over Buckingham Palace for Hm the QueenaS Birthday
Pictured is an RAF ATLAS (A400-M) aircraft shadowed by a Hercules C-130J.
The Royal Air Force perform a flypast over Buckingham Palace in central London to mark Her Majesty The Queens official birthday on 17th June 2017. A total of 29 aircraft made up the flypast which included a selection of rotary, fixed wing and fast jet aircraft currently in service within the RAF.
The Flypast formation formed up at Southwold, Suffolk and routed via Ipswich, abeam Colchester, Chelmsford and entered the London City Control Zone south of Stapleford aerodrome; the formation overflew Buckingham Palace and route via RAF Northolt and RAF Halton/Naphill and dispersed in the RAF Brize Norton area.
The flypast was over Buckingham Palace at 1pm
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Credit: MoD/Crown copyright 2017
Media ID 15230171
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In this photo print, the Royal Air Force showcases its prowess as RAF aircraft soar over Buckingham Palace to celebrate Her Majesty The Queen's official birthday. The image captures an awe-inspiring moment as an RAF ATLAS (A400-M) aircraft takes center stage, shadowed by a Hercules C-130J. The flypast formation, consisting of 29 aircraft including rotary, fixed-wing, and fast jet planes currently in service within the RAF, formed up at Southwold before embarking on their journey towards London. Passing through Ipswich and Colchester, they entered the London City Control Zone south of Stapleford aerodrome. As they approached Buckingham Palace with precision and grace, it was a sight to behold for all who witnessed it. This ceremonial event held great significance not only for the Royal Air Force but also for the entire nation. With tactical and strategic airlift capabilities showcased by A400M Atlas and C-130J Hercules alongside tanker and transport planes, this flypast demonstrated the strength and versatility of the RAF's equipment. As Corporal Neil Chapman skillfully captured this momentous occasion through his lens, we are reminded of both the grandeur of royalty represented by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II herself and the dedication of our armed forces in honoring her on such special occasions. This photograph serves as a testament to both national pride and military excellence that is deeply ingrained within our Armed Forces community.
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