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RAF Tornado GR4 at Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan
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RAF Tornado GR4 at Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan
A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 from 2 (Army Cooperation) Squadron taxis past the flightline prior to another mission over the skies of Afghanistan.The Squadron is part of the RAF 904 Expeditionary Air Wing based at Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan.
The Tornado GR4 Detachment, currently manned by II(AC) Squadron, stands ready to launch at a moments notice in support of Afghan-led ground forces anywhere in Afghanistan, and regularly delivers vital close air support to provide friendly forces with an edge over insurgents.
Increasingly, the GR4 employs shows of force to deter insurgents, helping break contacts with the enemy without the need to release weapons. When necessary, however, the aircraft can use precision weapons to attack ground targets.
The aircraft also provides critical detailed intelligence and reconnaissance through its state-of-the-art RAPTOR and LITENING-III sensor equipment, enabling Tactical Imagery Intelligence Wing to provide ground commanders with detailed information about the battle-space.
904 Expeditionary Air Wing (904 EAW) is responsible for the support and operation of RAF assets at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan. As well as delivering hundreds of RAF air mobility movements every year with Hercules C-130J and BAE 146 aircraft, the EAW mountsattack and intelligence missions through its detachments of RAF Tornado GR4 fast jets.
The EAW also provides support for a detachment providing launch and recovery of RAF and Reaper remotely piloted air systems
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
Media ID 15228130
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This print captures a Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 at Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan. The aircraft, belonging to 2 (Army Cooperation) Squadron, is seen taxiing past the flightline before embarking on another mission over the Afghan skies. As part of the RAF 904 Expeditionary Air Wing based at Kandahar Airfield, this squadron stands ready to provide crucial support to Afghan-led ground forces across the country. Equipped with precision weapons and state-of-the-art RAPTOR and LITENING-III sensor equipment, the Tornado GR4 plays a vital role in delivering close air support and gathering detailed intelligence for ground commanders through its Tactical Imagery Intelligence Wing. It employs shows of force as a deterrent strategy against insurgents, helping friendly forces break contacts without resorting to releasing weapons. The 904 EAW takes charge of supporting and operating RAF assets at Kandahar Airfield. In addition to facilitating numerous air mobility movements using Hercules C-130J and BAE 146 aircraft every year, they also conduct attack and intelligence missions through detachments of fast jets like the Tornado GR4. Furthermore, their support extends to launching and recovering RAF and Reaper remotely piloted air systems. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the dedication and bravery exhibited by these RAF personnel stationed in Afghanistan as they work tirelessly to provide an edge over insurgents while ensuring the safety of both friendly forces on the ground and local communities alike.
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