12 Squadron (joint UK-Qatar Typhoon squadron) deployed to Al Udeid, Qatar
The House of Commons Library states that 12 Squadron, the joint RAF–Qatari Typhoon squadron, deployed to Qatar in January 2026. The Aviationist (24 January 2026) reports that four Typhoons were deployed at the Qatari government's request amid rising regional tensions. The Commons Library also says No. 83 Expeditionary Air Group is headquartered at Al Udeid to support Operations Shader and Kipion.
- Where
- Qatar, Al Udeid Air Base
- When
- ongoing
- Units
- 12 Squadron (joint RAF/Qatari Typhoon squadron); No. 83 Expeditionary Air Group
- With
- Qatar
- Last checked
- 4 Nov 2026
Sources
- UK forces in the Middle East region House of Commons Library, 3 Aug 2026
- RAF Typhoons Deployed to Qatar Amid U.S. Build Up in Middle East The Aviationist, 24 Jan 2026
