EYES to the skies.
An international air display team is due to pass over an area of Poole this morning.
Republic of Korea’s ‘Black Eagles’ display team are due to fly over Sandbanks at 8.59am.
The team is due to leave Boscombe Down at 8.50am before passing Salisbury at 8.53am.
Read more: PICTURED: Korean air display team Black Eagles flying over Sandbanks
The jets are black featuring yellow and white markings.
The timings and route are approximate and subject to change.
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After flying over Sandbanks, they will then pass Arundel, Brighton seafront, Beachy Head, Dover, Canterbury, Leeds Castle and Midhurst.
The team is currently in the UK to perform at air shows this summer.
According to the Royal Air Force website, it is the first visit to the UK since 2012.
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The pilots are due to fly their T-50Bs at the Royal International Air Tattoo which takes place between Friday, July 15 and Sunday, July 17 and then appear at Farnborough Airshow which takes place between Monday, July 18 and Friday, July 22.
Last weekend they flew at Southport Air Show.
The Black Eagles Aerobatic Display Team, of the Republic of Korea Air Force, heading towards their second display at the #SouthportAirShow on Sunday 10th July 2022.#ShotOniPhone13Pro pic.twitter.com/nWaSgFceF9
— Antony Howard (@AntonyHoward) July 10, 2022
During their visit, they will fly with the RAF Red Arrows who are set to wow the crowds once again at the Bournemouth Air Festival which returns in September.
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The Black Eagles are being hosted by MOD Boscombe Down during their visit to the UK.
Squadron Leader Carter Officer Commanding Operations Squadron, MOD Boscombe Down, said: "We are privileged to host the renowned Black Eagles at MOD Boscombe Down and it has been a really positive experience for the Whole Force team of DE&S, RAF and QinetiQ.
"Sharing details about our cultures, working practices and values has been fascinating.
"Visits such as these remind us of the strong relations we have with our overseas partners and the importance of working together."
Black Eagles
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