King Air
Although apparently not authorised to fly below 500’ the RAF’s Beech King Air B2000s have been photographed on many occasions well below this height, particularly in mid Wales, and in all types of weather, including a snow storm!
The aircraft is operated by 45(R) Squadron, RAF Cranwell, as a basic and advanced, multi-engined pilot trainer. It is a twin-engine turboprop aircraft derived from the civilian model of the same name. It is the newest aircraft to serve with the RAF, entering service in 2004. In 2011 the colour scheme for the fleet was changed slightly, with the addition of the strapline Royal Air Force above the cabin windows.
All photographs copyright © Michael Leek 2004-2012
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The aircraft is operated by 45(R) Squadron, RAF Cranwell, as a basic and advanced, multi-engined pilot trainer. It is a twin-engine turboprop aircraft derived from the civilian model of the same name. It is the newest aircraft to serve with the RAF, entering service in 2004. In 2011 the colour scheme for the fleet was changed slightly, with the addition of the strapline Royal Air Force above the cabin windows.
All photographs copyright © Michael Leek 2004-2012
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