Last Battle of Britain pilot honoured as name added to Hawker Hurricane
A lasting tribute has been unveiled for Group Captain John 'Paddy' Hemingway, the final surviving pilot from the battle.
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History WW1-era Fokker D.VII to be lent to Dutch museum amid confusion over its origins
Researchers say the Fokker D.VII aircraft on display at the Deutsches Museum near Munich may have belonged to the Dutch navy.
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Aircraft It's a clean sweep as specialists dust suspended aircraft 100ft up at RAF museum
Eight aircraft at the RAF Museum Midlands, including a Vulcan bomber, have been given a spring clean by a team of cleaners.
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Veterans Royals lead tributes as last surviving Battle of Britain pilot dies at the age of 105
The Prince and Princess of Wales lead tributes to Group Captain John "Paddy" Hemingway, who was the last of The Few.
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Feature The Flying Sikh: One man's determination to serve his country during First World War
Flight Lieutenant Hardit Singh Malik was the only Sikh airman to fly with the RFC and RAF during the First World War.
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USA This will not stand: US Defence Secretary reinstates Tuskegee Airmen history in USAF training
Senator Pete Hegseth responded swiftly to call by fellow Republican Senator Katie Boyd Britt to reinstate the archive videos.
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WWII Second World War veteran who helped bring down Nazi V-1 flying bombs turns 100
Mrs Amy Wein joined the Women's Auxiliary Air Force at the age of just 17.
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Navy Wildcat helicopter boosts firepower with successful Sea Venom missile test
The Royal Navy is enhancing the firepower of its maritime attack helicopters after successfully launching a new missile.
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Feature Family's pride as veteran, 99, honoured by two generations of female air force personnel
RAF and USAF women joined forces to celebrate Stella Brecht's pioneering WAAF service and legacy for female aviators.
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Feature Op Cat Drop: How RAF's feline supply drop saved Malaysian village from rat invasion
And all because WHO were trying to reduce deadly malaria cases in the area.
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Aircraft Iconic Lancaster bomber pays a special tribute to those involved in Operation Market Garden
One of only two airworthy Lancasters paid a very special tribute to all those involved in Operation Market Garden 80 years ago.
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WWII Commemoration service honours Polish airmen's contribution to Allied victory in WW2
Dignitaries, veterans, and the public gather to honour the Polish airmen who played a crucial role alongside the RAF.
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RAF Jets powered by algae: The RAF's green revolution driven by sustainable fuel
Aircraft, including Typhoon and Poseidon, are now defending the skies using a blend of conventional and sustainable aviation fuel.
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Aircraft UK farewell to USAF KC-10 Extender that can get you anywhere in the world non-stop
The KC-10 had been due to stay in service until 2043, but the USAF is consolidating its tanker fleet, so the venerable jet is being retired.
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RAF RAF pilot dedicates Schneider Trophy win to friend who died in BBMF Spitfire crash
Squadron Leader Ben Polwin triumphed with a homemade aircraft, ending a 30-year drought for the RAF.
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RAF Iconic WW2 Lancaster bomber cleared to fly again after extensive maintenance period
One of the UK's most recognisable warplanes will be taking to the skies once again now it's been inspected and cleared for flight.