Image: First RAF Poseidon

Description: Pictured is the very first RAF P-8A Poseidon (ZP801) on the pan at NAS Jacksonville after being officially 'delivered' to the RAF. The UK will operate nine state-of-the-art jets which will enhance the UK’s tracking of hostile maritime targets, protect the British continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent, and play a central role in NATO missions across the North Atlantic. The P-8A Poseidon is a multi-role maritime patrol aircraft, equipped with sensors and weapons systems for anti-submarine warfare, as well as surveillance and search and rescue missions. The jets comprehensive mission system features an APY-10 radar with modes for high-resolution mapping, an acoustic sensor system, including passive and multi-static sonobuoys, electro-optical/IR turret and electronic support measures (ESM). This equipment delivers comprehensive search and tracking capability, while the aircraft’s weapons system includes torpedoes for engaging sub-surface targets.
Title: First RAF Poseidon
Credit: http://www.defenceimagery.mod.uk/
Author: UK Ministry of Defence
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