RAF Leeming bosses warn as military jets to fly above North East

Military jets and aircraft are set to soar above towns, villages and cities as residents have been warned to expect louder than normal noise.

From August 23 to September 23, aircraft taking off and landing at RAF Leeming will be completing a number of flights, during the day and night.

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However, RAF Leeming bosses have explained why this will take place.

In a statement, they said: "There will be increased aircraft movement for an exercise taking place from RAF Leeming from 23 August to 23 September 2022.

"The Station will be hosting an exercise involving increased air and ground movement. Low flying for short periods may be necessary, along with 24-hour operations.

"We understand our responsibility as good neighbours to inform the local community of such events that are additional to our normal flying activities and every effort will be made to keep the disturbance to a minimum."

The sights are likely to be a treat for anyone nearby as the jets rip across the skies of North Yorkshire and the North East.

Usually, a loud noise follows the impressive flypast of military aircraft including the Hawks that are stationed at RAF Leeming.

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