The jets performed a formation flight that created the appearance of "3 ones" in the sky, marking a farewell to the Maltese servicemen and women.
Nine McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II jets were lined up on a single runway for a final squadron detachment before the base closure. 9. Phantoms
Historically, "9 Phantoms" refers to a significant event in May 1978 involving the at RAF Luqa, Malta . The jets performed a formation flight that created