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Final formation flight of Vulcan XH558 with the Tornado GR4

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Royal Air Force Tornado GR4s joined up with Vulcan XH558 for a flypast to mark the unveiling of the Bomber Command Memorial spire in Lincoln.

XH558 Tornado GR4
Photos: Royal Air Force

The fighters came from No. 12 squadron. This is the final formation flight between both types of aircraft before their retirement.

XH558 with Tornado GR4

XH558 with Tornado GR4 No. 12 Squadron

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