RAF Typhoons Scrambled After Civilian Plane Loses Contact – Sonic Boom Shakes South East
RAF Jets Launch in Rapid Response
Three RAF Typhoon jets from RAF Lossiemouth blasted into the skies on Friday afternoon (15 August). They were scrambled after a civilian aircraft approaching the UK’s south-east coast failed to make contact with air traffic control.
Sonic Boom Startles Residents
The Typhoons’ high-speed interception reportedly caused a sonic boom heard across Essex and the South East. Locals took to social media, with one commenting, “I can confirm you shook our 123! Heard a loud sonic boom as the Typhoon accelerated to supersonic speed to reach the aircraft.”
RAF Confirms Quick Reaction Alert
“We can confirm that RAF Quick Reaction Alert Typhoon fighter aircraft from RAF Lossiemouth were launched today to investigate a civilian aircraft which was not in contact with air traffic control.”
24/7 Vigilance to Protect UK Airspace
RAF Typhoons stationed at RAF Lossiemouth in Scotland and RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire remain on constant standby. Their mission: to intercept and investigate any unidentified or unresponsive aircraft approaching UK airspace.
Once the situation is resolved, the Typhoons escort the aircraft safely away before heading back to base, ensuring the skies stay secure around the clock.
