On July 25, 2026, two Royal Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon jets were dispatched from RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire. This action was taken following an in-flight concern regarding a Qatar Airways Boeing 777-300ER.
The aircraft, registered as A7-BAJ, was operating a flight from Doha to Manchester Airport when the situation prompted a response from civil authorities.
The swift action by the RAF ensured the safety of the airspace and the passengers aboard the flight, highlighting the readiness of the UK's air defense systems.