Armed Forces Minister Andrew Robathan has paid a visit to RAF Leuchars
to witness first-hand the progress that the RAF has made in growing the
Typhoon Force in Scotland. Andrew Robathan said: "It has been hugely
reassuring and heartening for me to meet and talk to the men and women
of RAF Leuchars who, every day of the year, maintain the highest levels
of readiness in carrying out this vital role. They are professional and
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RAF Scampton is to remain the base for the Red Arrows and the RAF's Air Surveillance and Control System until at least the end of the decade. Armed Forces Minister Nick Harvey said: "On cost and capability grounds, the ASACS infrastructure should remain at RAF Scampton. Additionally, the most effective way of operating the RAF Aerobatic Team without impacting on other flying is to stay at RAF Scampton...More information »
In a written ministerial statement, Armed Forces Minister Nick Harvey, has confirmed the MoDs intention to end the military provision of search and rescue helicopter services. Military provision of SAR cover of the UK and Falkland Islands will end in Apr 16 with the retirement of the Sea King. The announcement comes as part of the long running Defence Rotary Wing Capability Study...More information »
