This is a Hawk T1A used by the Red Arrows aerobatics team. It's very small and the minimal drag allows it to fly at quick speeds even though it has only 1 jet engine. It does over 1100 on a dive and has yet to fall apart mid flight. Beware controls can be sensitive if used fully at slow speeds. Enjoy! -- The Red Arrows, officially known as the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, is the aerobaticsdisplay team of the Royal Air Force based atRAF Scampton. The team was formed in late 1964 as an all-RAF team, replacing a number of unofficial teams that had been sponsored by RAF commands.The Red Arrows badge shows the aircraft in their trademark diamond nine formation, with the motto Éclat, a French word meaning "brilliance" or "excellence".Initially, they were equipped with sevenFolland Gnat trainers inherited from the RAFYellowjacks display team. This aircraft was chosen because it was less expensive to operate than front-line fighters. In their first season, they flew at 65 shows across Europe. In 1966, the team was increased to nine members, enabling them to develop theirDiamond Nine formation. In late 1979, they switched to the BAE Hawk trainer. The Red Arrows have to date performed over 4,500 displays in 55 countries worldwide.