As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine rages on, more and more military jets have been seen over the UK.
With our RAF on standby "ready to defend Europe and the Atlantic region", all manner of unique and interesting aircraft have been spotted overhead.
In the North East, this morning alone has seen the presence of four US fighter jets, a huge British transporter plane and even a charity's aircraft thought to be shipping supplies out to Poland.
A US-based charity, Samaritans Purse, flight from Scotland to Poland was spotted flying over the North East, carrying vital supplies which are thought to be headed to Ukraine and neighbouring countries with large numbers of refugees. Plane spotters said on Twitter it was a 'rare sight' to see this in Europe.
It comes as Ukraine's ambassador to the UK suggested that fighter jets would be more useful than sending a plane to collect refugees to bring to Britain.
Asked whether he would like to see a plane travel to Poland or Romania to bring back refugees, Vadym Prystaiko told the Commons Home Affairs Committee: "If you want to send planes, send F-16s."
Here are some of the planes spotted over the North East this morning.
F15 aircrafts (US)
What: The F15 Eagle is a tactical fighter aircraft designed by McDonnell Douglas (now part of Boeing). It is among the most successful modern fighters, with over 100 victories and no losses in aerial combat.
When: Four US jets were seen across the North East between 7.55am and 9.15am.
Where: One was seen off the coast near Whitby while others flew over Catterick Garrison.
Phenom T1 (UK)
What: The Embraer Phenom 100 (Phenom T1) took over the multi-engine aircrew training duties from the King Air B200 and B200GT in 2018.
When: It flew over the North East just after 8am this morning.
Where: The exact route is unknown but it is thought to have crossed over the North East earlier this morning.
BAE Systems Hawk T1A (UK)
What: The Hawk T1A is a modified Hawk T1, intended to replace the Hawker Hunter in the RAF's Tactical Weapons Units. It's also the variant used by the RAF's Red Arrows display team after it was was converted to carry diesel fuel and dye for the display smoke system.
When: It passed over the North East at around 10am this morning.
Where: It is thought to have passed over near Darlington.
Douglas DC-8
What: A Samaritans Purse Douglas DC-8 72CF was spotted overhead this morning. It is believed to be carrying more vital supplies to be transported into Ukraine. Samaritans Purse is a Christian organisation that provides aid to those in need around the world.
When: It passed over the North East at around 7am this morning.
Where: It is thought to have departed from Prestwick in Scotland and flying over the North East as it makes its way to Poland.
Lockheed Martin C-130J Hercules (UK)
What: The Hercules is the RAF’s primary tactical transport aircraft and has been described as the "backbone" of UK operational-tactical mobility tasks. It is frequently employed to operate into countries or regions where there is a threat to aircraft.
When: It passed over the North East at around 10am this morning.
Where: This aircraft flew over Peterlee in County Durham before going along the North East coast. Another C-130J aircraft flew over some time later and took a similar route.
