A British Air Force Boeing C-17 Globemaster carrying the body of Queen Elizabeth II has arrived in London, Sky News reports.

The coffin with Elizabeth II will be taken to Buckingham Palace. There he will be met by King Charles III with his wife and family members.

It is reported that the coffin will be displayed in the hall of the royal residence. There, the courtiers and staff will say goodbye to her.

Recall that the British queen died on September 8 at the age of 96. She ruled the country from February 6, 1952. Elizabeth II will be buried on the grounds of Windsor Castle in the memorial chapel of her father, King George VI. The new king was her eldest 73-year-old son Charles, who took the throne name Charles III.

The funeral of Elizabeth II will take place on September 19.

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