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Unconfirmed reports RAF jets have escorted a plane to Newcastle Airport

There are unconfirmed reports a civilian plane has been escorted to Newcastle Airport by RAF jets.

Dozens of people took to social media shortly before 10pm on Monday evening to report hearing loud bangs.

Two loud explosions were reported across parts of North Yorkshire.

It has been confirmed the bangs were sonic booms from RAF jets.

Quick reaction alert Typhoon aircraft were launched today from RAF Coningsby to identify an unresponsive civilian aircraft.

Communications has been re-established and the aircraft safely landed.

– RAF statement