| Aircraft | |
|---|---|
| Registration / Serial: | 42-8946 |
| Other Marks: | 946 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle |
| Aircraft Version: | McDonnell Douglas F-15J Eagle |
| C/n (msn): | 146 |
| Operator Titles: | Japan - Air Force |
| Local Operator Name: | 航空自衛隊 |
| Unit Markings: | 201 Hikotai |
| Location | |
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| City / Airport: | ConingsbyMap |
| Region / Country: | England, United Kingdom |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: EGXC IATA: QCY Local: - Other: - |
| Event: | Atlantic Eagle 2025 |
| Photo Date: | 18 September 2025 |
| Photo by: | Keiran Sidwell |
| Photo ID: | 848610 |
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In some bog standard British weather, 946 arrives for the first time onto UK soil which marks Japan's first fighter deployment to Europe in an attempt to strengthen NATO defence ties. This photo is copyright © Keiran Sidwell, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 20 September 2025, and has since been viewed 39 times. |