Envoy IV: All you need to know about aircraft that made its debut …
WEBThe Dassault 900LX Falcon VIP aircraft, known as the 'Envoy IV' in the Royal Air Force, are the latest plane type to join the RAF fleet. The two jets, which are more than 66ft in length, fly further, faster, and more sustainably than the BAe146 – the aircraft it replaces – which retired from service in March 2022.
Envoy IV: The Dassault Falcon 900LX Used By The Royal Air Force …
WEBDec 16, 2023 · The Dassault 900LX Falcon has a seating capacity of up to 19 passengers, modern communication and safety systems, and a range of over 4,000 NM. The new VIP jets aim to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties, increase stability, and have upgrades for military capabilities by 2026.
Royal Air Force Voyager Vespina - Wikipedia
WEBDespite having been fitted as a VIP aircraft since 2016, and having a custom livery since 2020, the British Government and the RAF has insisted that the aeroplane will continue to serve its military purpose of air-to-air refuelling (primarily fast jets, from its two Cobham 905E under-wing hose and drogue refuelling pods, and larger transport ...
Envoy IV CC1 - Royal Air Force
WEBTwo new-production Dassault 900LX aircraft, known as Envoy IV CC Mk1 in RAF service, were purchased to replace the BAe146 which went out of service in March 2022.
Royal Air Force receives second Dassault Falcon 900LX
WEBAug 3, 2022 · The procurement agency of the British Ministry of Defence announced it would acquire the two Dassault Falcon 900LX corporate jets from the company Centreline in February 2022. They replaced the four BAe 146 aircraft previously used in the same role, which were retired in April 2022.
RAF's Wedgetail flies in the UK for the first time - Royal Air Force
WEB21 hours ago · The RAF’s Wedgetail E7 AEW Mk1 aircraft has taken its maiden test flight from Birmingham Airport in the UK.. This marks an important milestone in the delivery of this cutting-edge Airborne Early Warning and Control capability (AEW&C). Currently unpainted, the aircraft undertook what is known as a Functional Check flight, which tests flying control, engine, and avionics systems following the ...
Boeing Completes First Flight of UK E-7 Wedgetail
WEB1 day ago · BIRMINGHAM, United Kingdom, Sept. 20, 2024 / PRNewswire / -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] has completed the first flight of the UK's E-7 Wedgetail for the Royal Air Force (RAF). A Boeing flight-test crew conducted functional checks during the first flight from Birmingham Airport, marking a significant milestone …
UK RAF to name newly purchased Dassault 900LX aircraft as …
WEBMay 19, 2022 · The UK Royal Air Force (RAF) is set to officially name its newly purchased Command Support Air Transport (CSAT) aircraft, Dassault 900LX, as Envoy IV. The two Envoy IV aircraft will replace the RAF’s Bae 146 aircraft fleet, which was already withdrawn from service this March.
Team Tempest - Royal Air Force
WEBTempest is the RAF's next generation combat aircraft, coming into service from 2035 to replace the Typhoon. The Tempest aircraft will deploy new, game-changing technology and is set to join the RAF fleet from 2035, replacing the capability provided by Typhoon.
Everything you need to know about UK PM’s rebranded private aircraft
WEBJun 29, 2020 · The UK Royal Air Force (RAF) last week revealed the new Union Flag livery of its VIP Voyager aircraft used to transport the Prime Minister and senior officials to overseas visits.