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Shark Attack by Squadron Leader John Eklund, an RAF Reservist with 7644(VR) Squadron.
An RAF Typhoon appears like a shark from the depths. This photograph was taken from the back of a transport aircraft over a lake in the Baltic region where the Typhoons are currently deployed in the NATO Baltic Air Policing Role. Typhoons also secure the skies over the UK and the Falkland Islands to protect the Nations airspace. In order to do this they maintain a constant 24/7 QRA (Quick Reaction Alert) force. RAF Typhoons were also deployed in support of Op ELLAMY over Libya.Sqn Ldr John Eklund is an RAF Reservist and in his military role he works for 7644(VR) Media and Communications Squadron based at RAF High Wycombe.
This year, for the first time, the RAF is asking the public to vote for their favourite image in one of the categories. The judges have selected a shortlist of 9 of the best photographs from the whole competition and the public can now vote for their favourite image. This will become the Peoples Choice: Image of the Year. Voting is at:raf.mod.uk/photo-of-the-year-2014
Voters will be entered into a free prize draw when they tweet their vote for a chance to win an iPad Mini with a Red Arrows 50th Anniversary universal cover and an iPhone 5S cover. Voting opens today and closes at midnight on 27th August. The winning Photo will be announced at the Presentation Ceremony on 2nd September.
Winning Images from the RAF Photo Competition:
Each year, stunning photographs are published following the RAF Photographic Competition and the winning military and civilian photographers are named.
The Royal Air Force Photographic Competition judging has recently taken place at the RAF Museum, Hendon. The judges were; Alan Sparrow, Chairman of the Picture Editors Guild and Executive Picture Editor of the Metro; David Clapp the renowned landscape and travel photogra
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This print titled "RAF Typhoon (Shark Attack)" showcases the power and agility of the RAF Typhoon aircraft. The image, captured by Squadron Leader John Eklund, an RAF Reservist with 7644 (VR) Squadron, depicts the Typhoon soaring through the sky like a shark emerging from the depths. Taken over a lake in the Baltic region where the Typhoons are currently deployed for NATO Baltic Air Policing, this photograph highlights their vital role in securing not only UK airspace but also that of the Falkland Islands. With a constant 24/7 Quick Reaction Alert force, these formidable jets protect our nations' skies. Sqn Ldr John Eklund is part of 7644 (VR) Media and Communications Squadron based at RAF High Wycombe. As part of this year's RAF Photographic Competition, his stunning image has been shortlisted as one of nine finalists across various categories. Now open to public voting, this competition allows individuals to choose their favorite image and determine which will be crowned People's Choice: Image of the Year. By participating in voting via Twitter using #RAFPhotoComp2014 or visiting raf. mod. uk/photo-of-the-year-2014 before midnight on August 27th, voters have a chance to win exciting prizes such as an iPad Mini with a Red Arrows 50th Anniversary universal cover and an iPhone 5S cover. The winning photograph will be announced during a Presentation Ceremony on September 2nd alongside other outstanding images from this prestigious competition that celebrates both military and civilian photographers capturing extraordinary moments within the Royal Air Force.
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