An honourable, brave man: Tributes paid to Bomber Command legend John Bell
Wing Commander John Bell served as a bomb-aimer with 617 Squadron in Bomber Command during the Second World War.
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RAF British F-35s return to UK after taking part in Nato's biggest post-Cold War exercise
The combat aircraft returned to RAF Marham from the deck of HMS Prince of Wales, who led the CGS for the multinational drills.
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RAF Red Arrows: The world's most famous display team that almost never was
Over the past 60 years, the RAF's iconic aerobatic display team have proved they can get through adversity - including being disbanded.
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RAF RAF jet carrying Shapps involved in GPS jam by Russia in process of being upgraded
The aircraft was able to be jammed because it lacks military-grade protection due to a decision to prioritise funds elsewhere in the RAF.
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Football Why Jake Gosling could be the key factor in RAF men's football title challenge
The playmaker has proven his ability at RAF and UKAF level numerous times over his career.
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Army Armed Forces Minister James Heappey to quit role and stand down as MP at next election
The former Rifles officer, who was first elected as MP for Wells in 2015, said his decision to give up his seat had been painful.
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Football RAF women's captain 'leading by example' as Air Force aim for another title
Sergeant Cat Beaver is an instrumental player for the Air Force.
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Russia Russia knocked out GPS to RAF aircraft carrying Defence Secretary, Downing St confirms
An aircraft carrying Mr Shapps as he was returning home from Poland was targeted by Russia through electrical interference.
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History All you need to know about the Victoria Cross
What is the Victoria Cross and who has received it?
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RAF Tributes paid to 'selfless' RAF technician killed in Aberdeenshire road crash
Corporal Thorne served in the Royal Air Force for 26 years as a highly capable Aircraft Technician (Mechanical).
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Gaming Play more video games forces personnel told, as MOD recognises benefits of eSports
Members of the Armed Forces are being encouraged to play more games as their skills can be put to good use in their real-world roles too.
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RAF Red Arrows launch Diamond 60th season with help from vintage display jet
The Folland Gnat joined the RAF’s Red Arrows in the skies above Lincolnshire to mark the launch of their Diamond display season.
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RAF Chinook Display Team to cut back full display programme amid RAF's global commitments
The Chinook is an incredibly useful helicopter - so much so that its operational capabilities are needed elsewhere in support of Nato.
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Rugby Union RAF lose 80th anniversary Le Crunch rugby union clash against French Air Force
A 30-22 defeat saw the team from France take home the bragging rights.
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Royals Princess Royal opens permanent UK military facility in UAE named after WW2 RAF navigator
Donnelly Lines has been named after Second World War RAF navigator Sergeant 'Billy' Donnelly.
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RAF RAF Mountain Rescue Service saves the life of trapped teenage walker in 16-hour operation
The teams were part of an estimated 16-hour rescue mission in difficult snowy conditions.