Friday, June 6, 2025

RAF Coningsby to continue nigh flying until Friday

Night flying at RAF Coningsby will continue throughout this week, say the RAF, going on until about 1am.
Station commander Group Captain Paul O’Grady said operating under the cover of night is essential in modern military operations. He said: “Night Vision Goggles are a real tactical advantage and enable our crews to operate safely during the hours of darkness. Crews wear equipment which enhances ambient light conditions, allowing the RAF to operate into hostile or sparsely populated areas.
“RAF Coningsby is one of several stations that supports night flying. Because there are fewer hours of darkness during the summer, night flying begins later in the evening and continues into the early hours.
“I am conscious that night flying may impact the local community, but it is an essential part of the training required by RAF aircraft to support operations, and I thank you for your continued support.”

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