Images Dated 13th October 2013

The Statue of Liberty is pictured on Liberty Island in New York

The Statue of Liberty is pictured on Liberty Island in New York, October 13, 2013. The Statue of Liberty re-opened today, the result of the state government of New York approving state funds inspite of the ongoing federal government shutdown. REUTERS/Carlo Allegri (UNITED STATES - Tags: POLITICS SOCIETY BUSINESS) - GM1E9AE022W01

Minister Announces New Typhoon Squadron

A Royal Air Force Typhoon of 1(F) Sqn pictured during Exercise Capable Eagle. The exercise is the latest in a series designed to further improve the interoperability and effectiveness of Anglo-French military co-operation.
As well as Typhoons of 1(F) Sqn the exercise includes Mirage 2000N aircraft of the Escadron de Chasse 2/4 "La Fayette".
The Typhoon FGR.Mk 4 is a highly capable and extremely agile fourth-generation multi-role combat aircraft, capable of being deployed for the full spectrum of air operations, including air policing, peace support and high-intensity conflict. Initially deployed in the air-to-air role as the Typhoon F.Mk 2, the aircraft now has a potent, precision multi-role capability as the FGR4. The pilot performs many essential functions through the aircraft's hands on throttle and stick (HOTAS) interface which, combined with an advanced cockpit and the Helmet Equipment Assembly (HEA), renders Typhoon superbly equipped for all aspects of air operations.
Although Typhoon has flown precision attack missions in all its combat deployments to date, its most essential role remains the provision of quick reaction alert (QRA) for UK and Falkland Islands airspace. Detachments have also reinforced NATO air defence in the Baltic and Black Sea regions

RAF Typhoon and French Mirage Flying together

A Royal Air Force Typhoon of 1(F) Squadron (top) and a French Air Force Mirage 2000N practice their formation flying skills during Exercise Capable Eagle.
The exercise was the latest in a series designed to further improve the interoperability and effectiveness of Anglo-French military co-operation.
As well as Typhoons of 1(F) Sqn the exercise included Mirage 2000N aircraft of the Escadron de Chasse 2/4 "La Fayette"

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