Istar Collection

E-3D Sentry Aircraft Lands at RAF Waddington
An E-3D Sentry aircraft from 8 Squadron, Royal Air Force lands at RAF Waddington, Lincolnshire. The Sentrys roles include air and sea surveillance, airborne command and control

Aircraft mark The Queens 90th Birthday with a fly-past over Buckingham palace
Pictured are an RAF Sentinel an Airseeker and two Tornado GR4 s. Her Majestys official 90th Birthday celebrations ended with an impressive display of 15 different types of aircraft

ASTOR Sentinel R1
Sentinel R.Mk 1 flying over the UK. The aircraft provides long-range, wide-area battlefield surveillance, delivering critical intelligence and target tracking information to British

Raf Sentinel Aircraft Returns from the Middle East
Pictured is an RAF SENTINEL Aircraft returning from the Middle East. A Royal Air Force Sentinel R1 aircraft based at RAF Waddington

Formation of No 51 Squadron Nimrod R1 and Sentry AEW1 of No 8 / 23 Squadron. 10 / 04 / 2000
Formation flight of No 51 Squadron Nimrod R1 and Sentry AEW1 of No 8/23 Squadron, both based at RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire

RC-135W Rivet Joint
Image of a RC-135W Rivet Joint aircraft seen here landing at RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire. The RC-135W Rivet Joint is a large

RAF Waddington Air show, Press Day 2006. A Sentinel Airborne Stand Off Radar (ASTOR) Aircraft from No. 5 (AC) Squadron, RAF Waddington

Nimrod E-3D Sentry Air Early Warning Aircraft
A Royal Air Force E-3D Sentry. E-3D aircraft were taking part in Exercise Taurus Mountain 3, in the skies over North Yorkshire in March 2012

RAF at Exercise Red Flag 2017
Pictured is a 51 Squadron RAF RC-135W Rivet Joint aircraft at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada during Exercise Red Flag. RAF personnel took part in the worlds largest

Sentinel R1 aircraft
Image of the Sentinel R1 aircraft, the RAFs only long-range wide area battlefield surveillance asset which provides critical intelligence and target tracking information to British

RAF Sentinel R1 aircraft
An RAF Sentinel R1 from 5(AC) Sqn at 902 EAW. 902 Expeditionary Air Wing (902 EAW) provides focussed support to ISAF and Coalition ground forces in Afghanistan

Sentinel R1
A Sentinel R1 surveillance aircraft is pictured in the Middle East. Royal Air Force personnel, deployed to 902 Expeditionary Air Wing (EAW) in the Middle East

Stock imagery of RAF Sentinel R1 aircraft
An RAF Sentinel R1 from 5(AC) Sqn at 902 EAW. 902 Expeditionary Air Wing (902 EAW) provides focussed support to ISAF and Coalition ground forces in Afghanistan

RAF Sentinel R1 Taking Off in the Middle East
An RAF Sentinel R1 from 5(AC) Sqn at 902 EAW. 902 Expeditionary Air Wing (902 EAW) provides focussed support to ISAF and Coalition ground forces in Afghanistan

Royal Air Force Sentinel R1 Surveillance Aircraft
A Sentinel R1 surveillance aircraft of 5 Squadron RAF, at an airfield in the Middle East. The Sentinel R1 provides a long-range, battlefield-intelligence

Royal Air Force E3D Sentry AWACS Reconnaisance Aircraft
A Royal Air Force E3D Sentry is pictured on a sortie from RAF Waddington. The RAF operates seven E-3D Sentry aircraft in the airborne surveillance and command-and-control role

E3D Sentry AWACS Aircraft
An E-3D Sentry aircraft flown by 8 Squadron based at RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire. The RAF operates seven E-3D Sentry aircraft in the airborne surveillance and command-and-control role

Istar-Sahar Oriental style dress from Molyneux, 1919-21 (pochoir print)
781122 Istar-Sahar Oriental style dress from Molyneux, 1919-21 (pochoir print) by Brunelleschi, Umberto (1879-1949); Private Collection; (add.info)

Curtain design for the ballet Istar by Bohuslav Martinu, ca 1922-1923. Private Collection

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"iSTAR: Aerial Guardians of the Skies" From majestic fly-pasts over Buckingham Palace to vital surveillance missions in the Middle East, iSTAR aircraft have been at the forefront of RAF operations. The E-3D Sentry Aircraft gracefully lands at RAF Waddington, ready to serve as an early warning system for any potential threats. These airborne sentinels also marked a momentous occasion - The Queen's 90th Birthday - with a spectacular display above the iconic palace. The RC-135W Rivet Joint and ASTOR Sentinel R1 join forces, providing crucial intelligence gathering capabilities. Returning from their mission in the Middle East, these dedicated aircraft ensure that our forces are well-informed and prepared for any situation. But iSTAR is not limited to military endeavors alone. In 2006, RAF Waddington Air Show witnessed its prowess during Press Day when it wowed spectators with its impressive aerial maneuvers. Even fashion has been inspired by this remarkable fleet; Molyneux's pochoir print showcases an Oriental-style dress named "Istar-Sahar, " capturing the essence of elegance and sophistication. Exercise Red Flag 2017 showcased yet another facet of iSTAR's versatility as they took part in joint exercises alongside international partners. Their presence demonstrated both strength and collaboration on a global scale. As we marvel at these extraordinary machines like Nimrod E-3D Sentry Air Early Warning Aircraft and Sentinel R1 aircraft, let us remember that behind every flight lies unwavering dedication from skilled pilots and ground crews who work tirelessly to keep our skies safe. ISTAR remains an indispensable asset within the Royal Air Force – safeguarding our nation's security while leaving an indelible mark on history through their awe-inspiring performances across land, sea, and sky.