It is understood RAF Brize Norton will remain closed today due to the hot weather. 

Yesterday, the Oxford Mail reported that the RAF has stopped flights in and out of its largest air base because the “runway has melted” in the hot weather.

An inspection and assessment is due to be carried out later and again on Wednesday morning.

It was announced on Monday that flying activity was halted at the RAF base in Oxfordshire “during this period of extreme temperature” and that aircraft would be using alternative airfields.

Runways can be deemed unsafe when the tarmac becomes sticky under the sun.

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This story was written by Sophie Perry. She joined the team in 2021 as a digital reporter.

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