The 2010 Royal Air Force solo Hawk Display is flown by Flt Lt Tom Saunders, a Qualified Flying Instructor (QFI) from No. 208 (R) Squadron, 4FTS RAF Valley.

The Hawk Display exists to promote the Royal Air Force at home and overseas. In 2010, Flt Lt Saunders is scheduled to attend over 45 air shows in front of an estimated 5 million spectators.

The special paint scheme which has been applied to the two display aircraft celebrates 50 years since the formation of Number 4 Flying Training School at RAF Valley. Since 1960, RAF Valley has been home to the sole advanced flying training school for fast jet pilots from which students move on to their front line Operational Conversion Units.

The 2010 RAF Hawk Display display dates are now available! The online calendar will also be kept up to date with planned transits and more detailed timings where available.

Source: RAF

Photography: Corporal Paul Oldfield/RAF/MOD Crown Copyright 2010.