#SP200Sig Hawk T1A The Red Arrows 2016
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Squadron Prints Lithograph No. SP200Sig - BAE Systems Hawk TMk1A, XX325, The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, The Red Arrows. Officially known as the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows showcase the excellence of the Royal Air Force and represent the United Kingdom both at home and overseas. The team consists of nine display pilots and more than 100 dedicated support staff and technicians. Known as the Blues because of the colour of their display coveralls, the ground crew include skilled engineers, drivers, suppliers and other personnel with either existing frontline experience or who will go on to complete future operations after leaving the Red Arrows. Each of the pilots, who wear red coveralls, has previous fast jet operational experience flying the Tornado or the Typhoon – enabling the Royal Air Force to secure the skies and protect the nation and its interests, 365 days a year. Acknowledged as one of the world’s premier aerobatic teams, the Red Arrows had completed 4,725 displays, in 56 countries, by the start of 2016 – the squadron’s 52nd season. The team fly distinctive Hawk TMk1 jets, complete with a Union flag tailfin to highlight their role as national ambassadors. The squadron is based at Royal Air Force Scampton in Lincolnshire. Signed by: Red 1: David Montenegro Red 2: Matt Masters Red 3: Si Taylor Red 4: Mike Bowden Red 5: Emmet Cox Red 6: Steve Morris Red 7: Tom Bould Red 8: Stew Campbell Red 9: Joe Hourston Red 10: Mike Ling Red 11: Martin Higgins
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