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RAF at Exercise Red Flag 2017
Pictured is a 51 Squadron RAF RC-135W Rivet Joint aircraft at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada during Exercise Red Flag.
RAF personnel took part in the worlds largest and most complex air combat exercise at Nellis Air Force Base in the United States.
Exercise Red Flag is a three-week, 5th Generation exercise that sees friendly Blue Forces compete against hostile Red Force aggressors in live and synthetic training environments, simulating air-to-air, air-to-ground and space and cyber warfare.
The training mirrors the threats and complex air defences posed by real-life adversaries, and helps participating nations better understand each others capabilities.
The RC-135W Rivet Joint is a large, all-weather electronic surveillance aircraft based on the C-135 airframe.
The RC-135W Rivet Joint is equipped with a variety of sensors, allowing its multi- disciplined crew to intercept and exploit emissions across the electromagnetic spectrum, providing both strategic and tactical level intelligence
The British Army protects the United Kingdom's interests at home and abroad, providing a safe and secure environment in which all British citizens can live and prosper
Credit: MoD/Crown copyright 2017
Media ID 15230090
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This print captures a 51 Squadron RAF RC-135W Rivet Joint aircraft at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada during Exercise Red Flag 2017. The Royal Air Force personnel proudly participated in the world's largest and most complex air combat exercise, held at the prestigious Nellis Air Force Base in the United States. Exercise Red Flag is a three-week, cutting-edge training program that simulates various warfare scenarios, including air-to-air, air-to-ground, space, and cyber warfare. It pits friendly Blue Forces against hostile Red Force aggressors in both live and synthetic training environments. This comprehensive exercise replicates real-life threats and intricate air defenses posed by adversaries worldwide. The RC-135W Rivet Joint aircraft featured here is an impressive all-weather electronic surveillance plane built on the C-135 airframe. Equipped with advanced sensors across the electromagnetic spectrum, this formidable aircraft enables its skilled crew to intercept and exploit emissions for strategic and tactical intelligence purposes. Participating nations gain invaluable insights into each other's capabilities through this rigorous training experience. By better understanding their allies' strengths and weaknesses, they enhance their collective readiness to face any potential challenges together. This remarkable photograph was taken by Sgt Neil Bryden RAF from Armed Forces magazine - a testament to the dedication of our brave servicemen who excel even amidst intense exercises like Exercise Red Flag 2017.
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