Scotland

Red Arrows take to skies for RAF Leuchars Airshow

Tens of thousands of people watched a display by the Red Arrows at the RAF Leuchars Airshow in Fife today.

Flight Lieutenant Jon Egging, 33, died when his Hawk T1 aircraft crashed into a field at the village of Throop, following the Bournemouth air show in August.

The team flew as an eight-ship formation in memory of their colleague.

Wing Commander Nick Stringer, the director of the flying display at this year’s air show, added: ""This year’s air show celebrates 100 years of military aviation in north east Fife and our flying display will feature RAF aircraft past and present. The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and the iconic Vulcan bomber will be appearing alongside the Typhoon and Tornado GR4 aircraft that are at the heart of current RAF operations and are flown by squadrons here in Scotland.

"There is also a strong international representation this year, including the Patrouille de France – the French equivalent to our own Red Arrows. With two national aerobatic teams on display, we are looking forward to hosting a spectacular show."