Hyderabad – Sep -29-2023 : The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad recently welcomed a visit from the Royal Air Force (RAF), which included four Typhoon aircraft and the groundbreaking Airbus 330 MRTT for daylight auto air-to-air refuelling.
These RAF aircraft had a scheduled refuelling stop at the Hyderabad airport on Wednesday and completed their mission before departing on Thursday.
The airport authorities took immense pride in successfully hosting the RAF aircraft and the Airbus 330 MRTT. In an official statement, they emphasized that this event underscores the airport’s capabilities and readiness to accommodate advanced military aircraft.
Gareth Wynn Owen, the British Deputy High Commissioner to Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, expressed his enthusiasm about this significant development on social media. He noted that the RAF’s visit to Hyderabad highlights the growing defense collaboration between the United Kingdom and Indian air forces.
The Royal Air Force, established in April 1918 during World War I, serves as the aerial warfare branch of the United Kingdom’s armed forces. Over the years, it has evolved into one of the world’s most technologically advanced and capable air forces.
The RAF operates a diverse range of aircraft, including fighter jets, and plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the UK’s airspace, providing support to ground forces, and participating in international humanitarian and combat missions.
