Her purpose was to interact with Royal Air Force personnel and their families, gaining insight into the welfare support services available to them.
During her visit, she toured the 'Wellness Area', which features allotments, chicken coops, and beehives.
Upon arrival, Her Majesty engaged with instructors responsible for training pilots from the 11 Squadron QEAF.
She was then briefed on the advanced Counter Uncrewed Air Systems by members of the No.
2 CUAS division.
The 11 Squadron conducts Advanced Flying and Tactical Weapons Training on Hawk jets for the RAF and the Qatari Emiri Air Force, while the No.
2 CUAS unit plays a crucial role in defensive capability in support of UK Defence, NATO, and allied partners.
Additionally, the Queen met with members of the 90 Signals Unit, who lead defensive cyber capabilities for the Royal Air Force and Ministry of Defence.
Deployed globally, they work diligently to safeguard operations from hostile interference.
Exploring the 'Wellness Area' further, Her Majesty acknowledged its positive impact on the mental wellbeing of aviators and their families.
The Project WELLNESS initiative emphasizes preventative mental health strategies for military personnel and seeks to enhance recovery rates for those facing mental health challenges.
During her visit, the Queen interacted with children from the 'RAFA Kidz' nursery on the base and individuals caring for the rare-breed chickens and bee hives.
The day concluded with a reception where the Queen joined base members before witnessing a flypast of Hawk jets, piloted by British and Qatari aviators from the 11 Squadron QEAF.
In a previous engagement in August 2023, The Queen met with Leeming aviators at the RAF Club while unveiling a portrait of Second World War Agent, Noor Inayat Khan.