There are a lot of US military planes arriving in the UK right now. It's going to kick off big soon in the Middle East, I think.So much for Iran attacking last night, going to be a tense week in the M.E.
I can confirm that a large number of fighter and transport aircraft have been flying out to Europe over the last week or so, as they primarily come through the area for pilot qualifications, maintenance, and fuel before heading over the Atlantic.There are a lot of US military planes arriving in the UK right now. It's going to kick off big soon in the Middle East, I think.
I think tankers have just come in from Alaska. Two just came over high north Manchester landed at Mildenhall...another 6 following. Would that be normal?I can confirm that a large number of fighter and transport aircraft have been flying out to Europe over the last week or so, as they primarily come through the area for pilot qualifications, maintenance, and fuel before heading over the Atlantic.
Whether that is a build up for expected conflict in the Middle East, I cannot say.