Royal Air Force, U.K. Air Force, BAE Systems Hawk T.2, Reg. ZK020, Military Code K, Serial No. RT011, Reg. ZK027, Military Code R, Serial No. RT018, Unit Markings 4 Sqn, tail art, paint scheme, livery, close-up pilot view, formation, air-to-air, RIAT, Royal International Tattoo, 2019

A pair of Royal Air Force Hawk T.2 advanced jet trainers are shown flying in formation at the Royal International Air Tattoo 2019. Aircraft ZK020 and ZK027, operated by 4 Squadron, display RAF training markings. The Hawk T.2 is powered by a single Rolls-Royce Turbomeca Adour Mk 951 turbofan engine. Designed for advanced pilot training, it features a tandem-seat cockpit, swept wings, modern avionics, and performance suitable for preparing crews for frontline combat aircraft.