The 's joint force Harrier squadron return to RAF Cottesmore in Rutland after a five year operation in Afghanistan. Eight Pilots returned met by their support colleagues who arrived back earlier in the week. Flt Lt Giles Croft met by wife Sophie.

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Location: RAF Cottesmore,Rutland
Photo credit: © David Parker / Alamy / Afripics
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