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First Rivet Joint Aircraft Lands at RAF Waddington
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First Rivet Joint Aircraft Lands at RAF Waddington
The UKs first Rivet Joint surveillance aircraft is pictured landing at RAF Waddington in November 2013.
The first three Rivet Joint signals intelligence aircraft has been delivered to the UK ahead of its entry into service with the RAF next year.
The aircraft will form part of project AIRSEEKER, which will provide the UK with a world class capability able to provide real time on scene intelligence, surveillance and analysis to forces in the air and on the ground.
The Boeing RC-135V/W RIVET JOINT system has a proven track record, having been used by the United Stated Air Force for many years. Since 2011, the RAFs 51 Squadron have been training and operating alongside their USAF colleagues in preparation for the UK aircraft entering service in late 2014. UK crews have already achieved in excess of 32, 000 flying hours and 1800 sorties as part of the US 55th Reconnaissance Wing
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This print captures the historic moment when the first Rivet Joint surveillance aircraft landed at RAF Waddington in November 2013. As part of project AIRSEEKER, this state-of-the-art aircraft will provide the UK with an unparalleled capability for real-time intelligence, surveillance, and analysis on both air and ground forces. The delivery of these three Rivet Joint signals intelligence aircraft marks a significant milestone in enhancing the UK's defense capabilities. With a proven track record from its extensive use by the United States Air Force, this Boeing RC-135V/W RIVET JOINT system is set to revolutionize the way information is gathered and processed. In preparation for their entry into service in late 2014, crews from the RAF's 51 Squadron have been diligently training alongside their USAF counterparts since 2011. Their dedication has already resulted in over 32,000 flying hours and 1800 sorties as part of their collaboration with the US 55th Reconnaissance Wing. As we look at this image, we witness not just an aircraft landing but also a symbol of progress and innovation within our armed forces. The arrival of these Rivet Joint aircraft signifies a new era for British military intelligence gathering capabilities. It serves as a reminder that our commitment to staying ahead technologically remains unwavering as we strive to protect our nation's security interests both at home and abroad.
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