"There is nothing like a Russian submarine to focus the mind for any mariner. Our tasking over the course of three days involved the teamwork and professionalism of all RFA Tidesurge ship's company, embarked 814 Naval Air Squadron Atlantic Flight and interoperability with near regional Nato allies. We worked together as a show of presence and deterrence as we transited from the North Sea to the English Channel."
"Maintaining an overt presence and continued over watch of Russian vessels in UK waters is vital for national security. The flexibility and professionalism of the crew of RFA Tidesurge allows us to project our helicopter wherever, day or night, in the maritime environment."
There has been a 30% increase in Russian vessels threatening UK waters. The Royal Navy and RFA assets are actively tracking a Russian Kilo-class submarine, Krasnodar, while it transits British waters. A Merlin anti-submarine helicopter from 814 Naval Air Squadron, based at RNAS Culdrose, and the RFA tanker Tidesurge are conducting the shadow. The Merlin was prepared to pivot to anti-submarine operations if the submarine dived below the surface. The three-day tasking emphasized teamwork, professionalism, and interoperability with near regional Nato allies as a show of presence and deterrence during a transit from the North Sea to the English Channel. Overt presence and continuous overwatch are framed as vital for national security.
Read at London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
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