Moment RAF Typhoons intercept Russian spy plane flying close to UK air space

RAF Typhoons were scrambled to intercept a Russian spy plane flying close to UK air space. The Tu-142 aircraft – known as a Bear-F – approached from the North East and flew in international airspace over the Norwegian Sea and North Atlantic Ocean on Sunday. Royal Air ForceA Russian Tu-142 Bear-F aircraft was intercepted by Typhoons from RAF Lossiemouth[/caption] At no point did the Russian aircraft enter UK air space, the RAF said. Norway also launched a F-35A fighter aircraft as part of Nato’s response to monitor the Russian plane’s movements. One of the Typhoon pilots said the “scramble demonstrated the close working relationships we have with our Nato colleagues”.  “After scrambling to intercept the Russian aircraft, we were in close contact with RAF Battlespace Managers, who directed us towards the aircraft and relayed orders throughout, ensuring we could confirm where they were and what they were doing at all times,” they added. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY… The Sun is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Download our fantastic, new and improved free App for the best ever Sun Online experience. For iPhone click here, for Android click here.  Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheSun and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.