Thanks to Giles for the link to more on the story here

A statement has been issued by the RAF saying the Russian planes were intercepted in what has been described as a “milestone” operation but did not enter UK airspace

RAF Lossiemouth’s Station Commander, Group Captain Mark Chappell, said:

This first successful launch for QRA North has been what all of the hard work by RAF Leuchars and RAF Lossiemouth personnel over recent months has been for. The relocation of two Typhoon squadrons was a significant challenge, one that was met by our whole team.

The many months of preparation and infrastructure improvements have made us absolutely ready for this launch

Curiouser and curiouser, said Alice

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RAF Typhoons intercept Russian bombers

RAF Typhoons intercept Russian bombers