Description

RAF Lossiemouth in Moray, north-east Scotland is one of two RAF Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) stations which protect UK airspace. In general terms, RAF Lossiemouth protects the UK's northern airspace, and RAF Coningsby protects the south. Team Lossie is made up of four Typhoon combat aircraft squadrons, one P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft squadron, and an RAF Regiment squadron. Aircraft and crews are maintained on high alert in order to scramble and intercept unidentified aircraft approaching UK airspace. RAF Lossiemouth personnel and aircraft also support operations worldwide and host numerous national and international exercises.