RAF jets intercept Latvian cargo plane over Kent

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Two RAF jets scrambled to intercept a Latvian cargo plane created a sonic boom over Kent.

The Russian-made aircraft lost contact with air traffic controllers and was escorted to Stansted Airport by the pair of Typhoons.

Kent Police received several calls reporting a loud bang coming from the Dartford area at about 16:40 GMT.

An airport spokesman said police officers surrounded the aircraft after it landed at 17:15.

Full report: http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-29823148