British F-35B jets complete their first month-long mission policing Nato skies in Iceland
This was the first time the Lightning Force had been called on to perform QRA missions, which are typically carried out by RAF Typhoons.
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RAF Low cloud ruins high hopes for Red Arrows as team cancel Niagara Falls flypast
This announcement is a huge disappointment, given that Niagara Falls is one of Canada’s most iconic landmarks.
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RAF Man behind storming of the beaches on D-Day gets storm named after him
RAF Group Captain Sir James Stagg advised General Dwight D Eisenhower to change the planned date of D-Day, which contributed to its success.
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RAF Fellow pilot hails low-level-loving daredevil who co-founded the Red Arrows
Henry Prince would fly far lower than most people would think of safely, according to fellow aerobatic pilot and friend John Galyer.
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Aircraft Amazing shots of F-35B showing off unique short take off capability in Iceland
1,000ft take off: Short Take Off Vertical Landing process is special capability of the F-35B
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RAF Red Arrows touch down in Nova Scotia to begin their Canadian Maple Hawk Tour
The Red Arrows will tour across six Canadian cities taking part in a series of Canadian airshows.
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Paralympics RAF veteran sets sights on second wheelchair rugby gold at the Paralympic Games
Royal Air Force veteran Stu Robinson will be part of the Paralympics GB squad defending their title at the Paralympic Games in Paris.
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Aircraft One of the original founders of the RAF's Red Arrows dies aged 90
Depending on the weather, there will be a Gnat flypast at the funeral for retired Squadron Leader Henry Prince.
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RAF Come for the fuel, stay for the view: Red Arrows enjoy stunning airport backdrop in Greenland
The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team have begun their journey to Canada via Iceland and Greenland as part of their MapleHawk 2024 tour.
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Rugby Union RAF rugby union's coaching changes: Men's head coach Justin Coleman leaves role
His departure after four years is one of nine exits for the team ahead of the new season.
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RAF How the RAF's largest aid drop kept West Berlin sustained using air power alone
On 17 August 1948, the RAF transported 1,735.6 tonnes of aid to Berlin and spent equal to 833 days in the air while doing so.
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Nato Exclusive: Inside the cockpit for RAF's first F-35 air policing mission in Iceland
Forces News got access to RAF pilots as British F-35s are tasked with defending the alliance's airspace in the Arctic region.
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Sport Cosford Challenge: RAF hold first Strongman competition as sport continues to grow
The RAF's first ever Strongman championship was held at Cosford, with competitors hoping it will one day become an official forces sport.
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RAF RAF and UK Armed Forces pay tribute to French air force pilots killed in mid-air collision
Captain Sébastien Mabire and Lieutenant Matthis Laurens died in a collision as they returned from a resupply mission.
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Football RAF sergeant made full-time Wolves Women boss after Elite Athlete status award
Sergeant Dan McNamara was Wolves' head coach on a part-time deal since January 2018.
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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.