Written question asked by Lord West of Spithead (Labour) on Friday, 17 July 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 31 July 2026. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Wednesday, 29 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
USA: Red Arrows
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Lord Coaker on 16 July (HL1645), whether any aircraft other than the 11 Hawk were deployed for transport, spares and support; and how all personnel were transported.
- Answer
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The 117 personnel deployed to the United States of America as part of the Royal Air Force Aerobatics Team were transported through a mix of military support aircraft, primarily A400M, and civilian aircraft. No other aircraft were deployed for the duration of the tour.
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- HL2270
- Session
- 2026-27
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- Subjects
- USA Hawk aircraft Red Arrows
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- 2026-07-29 15:25:53 +0100
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