This is the moment RAF jets were scrambled to intercept a Russian plane flying close to British airspace
The Russian Tu-142 jet flew over the Norwegian Sea and the north Atlantic Ocean north of Scotland on Sunday, remaining in international airspace.
One of the RAF pilots involved said the "scramble demonstrated the close working relationships we have with our Nato colleagues.""After scrambling to intercept the Russian aircraft, we were in close contact with RAF battlespace managers, who directed us towards the aircraft and relayed orders throughout, ensuring we could confirm where they were and what they were doing at all times," they added.
The German airforce said: "Reconnaissance flights intercepted. German and British Eurofighters were alerted to identify three military aircraft.
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