Of the Hawk T1s in the active fleet, XX242 has the least expected life remaining, having used 94.65% of its fatigue index. XX242, delivered to the RAF in 1978, is one of the team's longest serving ...

The RAF's legendary Red Arrows are set to be replaced as their iconic BAE Hawk T1 aircraft become increasingly expensive to maintain. Despite still attracting crowds wherever they fly, the ageing ...