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WEBFor over a hundred years the Royal Air Force has defended the skies of Britain and projected Britain’s power and influence around the world. We work with our UK and international partners to watch the skies, respond to threats, prevent conflict, and provide assistance in an uncertain world ...
F-35B Lightning - Royal Air Force
WEBIn British service the aircraft is known only as F-35B Lightning, losing its ‘II’ (it is actually the RAF’s third Lightning, after the Lockheed P-38 and English Electric Lightning). The first frontline Lightning unit, 617 Sqn ‘Dambusters’ arrived at RAF Marham with an initial four aircraft on June 6, 2018.
How we are organised - Royal Air Force
WEBExpeditionary Air Wings (EAWs) are an amalgamation of aircraft, crew, engineers, technicians and support staff deployed on operations around the globe to support a specific operation. There are also Force Protection (FP) Wings made up of RAF Regiment and RAF Police squadrons. They protect personnel, aircraft and stations.
Team Tempest - Royal Air Force
WEBWorking in Partnership. Team Tempest is made up of a group of industry partners: BAE Systems, Rolls Royce, Leonardo and MBDA. These partners are working with the RAF’s Rapid Capabilities Office and the Ministry of Defence to develop the technologies needed for the next generation of combat air. Find out more about the partners in our team.
Aircraft - Royal Air Force
WEBWedgetail AEW Mk1. ISTAR, Future. Profiles of all the RAF's active aircraft - role, capability, specifications, recognition, history, current squadrons and stations.
Typhoon FGR4 - Royal Air Force
WEBROLE. The Typhoon FGR.Mk 4 is a highly capable and extremely agile multi-role combat aircraft, capable of being deployed for the full spectrum of air operations, including air policing, peace support and high-intensity conflict. Initially deployed in the air-to-air role as the Typhoon F.Mk 2, the aircraft now has a potent, precision multi-role ...
Spitfire - Royal Air Force
WEBThe iconic Supermarine Spitfire was critical in defeating Luftwaffe air attacks during the Battle of Britain in 1940. More Spitfires were built than any other British combat aircraft before or since World War Two - 20,341 in total. There are six Spitfires on the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Learn more about the role and history of the ...
Globemaster (C-17) - Royal Air Force
WEBMaximum take-off weight: 585,000lb (265,350kg) Cruising speed at 28,000ft: 450kt (833km/h) Range with 100,000lb (45,360kg) payload: more than 4,500nm (8,334km) Service ceiling: 45,000ft. Maximum payload (2.5g load factor): 169,000lb (76,655kg) The C-17 Globemaster III is a longrange, heavy-lift strategic transport aircraft that can operate ...
RAF Basic Recruit Training course | Royal Air Force
WEBRAF Halton provides behind the scenes action on what the 10-week Basic Recruit Training course looks like. All the videos are available to watch on YouTube, sharing an insight as to what happens on each week of the course, from arrival to graduation. Week 1 sees Recruits arrive to where they will be living and training over the next 10 weeks.
News articles - Royal Air Force
WEBAug 14, 2012 · Read the latest news articles about the Royal Air Force, its operations, achievements, personnel, and history. Stay updated on RAF news and events.
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