The Royal Air Force's Vickers VC10 tanker squadron is preparing for the final rundown of its fleet as it works towards a planned March 2013 retirement of the 1960s transport design. RAF Brize ...
It's an aircraft with a proud tradition in Britain's military – but this VC10 is being dismantled piece by piece before it starts a new life in Shropshire. Did you know with a Plus subscription to ...
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RAF flies the final mission for the VC10 fleet The Royal Air Force gave the VC10 a fitting send off today as the aircraft completed the final mission after more than 50 years of military service. The ...
After 47 years of service for the Royal Air Force, the VC10 took to the skies on Friday 20 September 2013 for its final Air-to-Air refuelling operational sortie. The aircraft will retire on 25 ...
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The Vickers VC10 is going out of RAF service this month after more than 50 years of crucial work around the world, replaced by the UK's largest ever military aircraft, the Voyager.The VC10 was used ...
It has taken eight months - and a 70 mile journey - but a rare VC10 jet has been lovingly rebuilt at Cosford’s RAF Museum. The plane, which had been on display at RAF Brize Norton, was officially ...
The fleet of 50-year-old VC10 planes have been forced to start flying passengers again after the 40-year-old Tristar transport aircraft have been grounded by technical faults. Coupled with the poor ...
The Royal Air Force gave the VC10 a send off today as the aircraft completed its final voyage after more than 50 years of military service. The skies above Surrey said a final farewell to an iconic ...