UK's Royal Air Force Ramps Up Baltic Sea Surveillance with RC-135W Rivet Joint Patrols
The UK's Royal Air Force has stepped up its surveillance activities over the Baltic Sea, with a recent patrol by an RC-135W Rivet Joint aircraft circling the Russian territory of Kaliningrad. This overt mission is part of the UK's ongoing commitment to monitoring Russian military history, with three such aircraft operating extensively in various operational taskings, including Operation Shader.
The RC-135W Rivet Joint, a dedicated electronic surveillance aircraft, is designed for strategic and tactical missions in all theatres. Its sensors 'soak up' electronic emissions from communications, radar, and other systems, providing valuable intelligence. The UK has carried out such patrols for years, maintaining a persistent watch on Russian military activity. These missions are part of regular allied intelligence-gathering efforts along NATO's eastern frontier, with the tempo increasing amid the conflict in Ukraine. U.S. reconnaissance aircraft are also active in the region, coordinating with NATO for intelligence and deterrence.
The UK's use of RC-135W Rivet Joint aircraft for surveillance over the Baltic Sea is a long-standing practice, with recent patrols indicating an increased tempo. These missions, conducted overtly and in coordination with NATO allies, play a crucial role in gathering intelligence and maintaining a watch on Russian military activity.
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