Members of the Red Arrows are being investigated over allegations of "unacceptable behaviour" such as misogyny, bullying and sexual harassment. The Times said more than 40 personnel, including young female recruits, have provided 250 hours of evidence to an inquiry which began earlier this year, describing the aerobatic display team as "toxic".
A source in the Ministry of Defence (MoD) confirmed a number of personnel with the Red Arrows are the subject of an investigation into inappropriate behaviour but none has met the threshold for criminal charges. Armed forces minister James Heappey told Times Radio that some have been removed from the display team for this season.
The Times said alleged victims were told that if they spoke up they would be sent home or kicked out of the RAF. The newspaper reported that senior leaders "swept complaints under the carpet" for years to protect the reputations of people considered "untouchable".
