An RAF spokesman said: "All RAF personnel are expected to maintain the highest standards of behaviour. Wing Commander David Montenegro was reportedly sent home from the Middle East, where the aerial display team was on tour. It follows claims involving a junior member of the team, who are based RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire.

The Times reported in August that members of the team were being investigated over allegations of misogyny, bullying and sexual harassment. The newspaper later reported that the aerobatic display team received "unacceptable behaviours and active bystander training" after more than 40 personnel, including young female recruits, gave evidence to an inquiry. The OC RAFAT post - the administrative head of the unit - is not a flying role and the display team will continue to fly.

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