Which aircraft was deployed for Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) to Estonia for four months?

The deployment of Typhoons for Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) in Estonia for four months reflects their role in safeguarding airspace and providing rapid response capabilities in NATO's collective defense operations. The Eurofighter Typhoon is a modern multirole fighter aircraft known for its advanced avionics and agility, making it well-suited for interception and air policing missions.

In the context of QRA, which involves being ready to respond to aerial threats at a moment's notice, the Typhoon's capabilities include high speed, advanced radar systems, and air-to-air combat proficiency. This allows it to effectively monitor and engage potential threats, ensuring the security of Allied airspace in the Baltic region during heightened tensions.

While other aircraft types such as F-16s also serve in air policing roles, and transport aircraft like C-130s and helicopters like Chinooks have vital logistical capabilities, they do not fulfill the same role as the Typhoon in the specific context of rapid air defense readiness. This highlights the Typhoon’s specialized function as part of the NATO air defense strategy.