The historic F-16 - the iconic fighter jet that's still flying and fighting at the age of 50
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Cyprus Personnel in long-term relationships entitled to overseas housing in new pilot scheme
The scheme breaks down barriers to people wanting a posting in Cyprus or the Falklands, where about a third of overseas personnel are based.
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RAF What does a Typhoon display pilot have to wear while in the cockpit?
Forces News met the RAF's 2024 Typhoon display pilot to find out what kit he needs when performing.
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Football Dream dashed: RAF Corporal sees Wolves side knocked out of FA Cup
Corporal Dan McNamara was hoping to lead Wolves into the sixth round for the first time ever.
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RAF Investigation concludes fatigue and high altitude contributed to death of RAF mountaineer in Pakistan
Wing Commander Gordon Henderson fell from a peak in 2022.
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Army Sitrep podcast: Is the British Army really the Cinderella service of the Armed Forces?
A former national security adviser urges the Government to reconsider the scope of the Armed Forces' remit, but also an uplift for the Army.
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RAF Red Arrows soar into 60th anniversary air show displays with special Diamond Season
The RAF aerobatic team sport exciting new livery on their Hawks - and promise an even more exciting routine as they celebrate six decades.
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Royal Marines Fighting for funding: Military bobsleighers facing constant battle to stay on the ice
British Bobsleigh may be home to military personnel, but those who are outside the top sled are facing a constant battle for funding.
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RAF RAF scraps its strict no hand tattoo policy for potential recruits and serving personnel
The new guidance from the Royal Air Force falls closer in line to that of the British Army and Royal Navy's policy on tattoos.
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!["I'm standing on the backs of giants, really, who are helping me out with the display this year," he added. While the calendar of events is yet to be announced, Flt Lt Turnbull said he's "excited and nervous" to get his display airborne for the public. It's very early days for the display pilot, having only flown his display for 15 hours in the simulator. "I've only flown it once so far but we’re going to be working down the heights but I absolutely loved it. "I loved the G [G-force] and how the manoeuv](/sites/default/files/styles/list_teaser/public/Typhoon%20Display%20Pilot%20Reveal%20Flt%20Lt%20David%20Turnbull%20CREDIT%20BFBS%202024.jpg?itok=_QWKDdMJ)
RAF RAF's new Typhoon display pilot Turbo ready to wow crowds with new manoeuvres
Flt Lt David Turnbull - better known as Turbo - is getting ready to show off the Typhoon's combat manoeuvres at air shows around the world.
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USA RAF Typhoons go up against US 'enemies' to prepare themselves for warfighting scenarios
Exercise Red Flag involved 3,000 personnel from the UK, US and Australia to help prepare the aircrews for potential real-world operations.
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Football Go out with a bang: RAF U23s head coach aiming for success in potential final season
Sergeant Danny Bartley has been in charge for four years, and wants to end on a high this year.
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RAF Two 'insanely loud' RAF Typhoons scramble to escort passenger jet safely into airport
The Typhoons were launched from RAF Coningsby after a Scandinavian Airlines jet lost communications on its way to Manchester Airport.
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Navy Applications to join Armed Forces rising, with Royal Navy at an eight-year high
There is also a six-year high in those seeking to join the Army, while the RAF is experiencing a boost in interest too, Grant Shapps said.
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RAF RAF Typhoons join allies from around the world for Spears of Victory 24 in Saudi Arabia
The exercise gives the RAF the opportunity to plan and execute complex missions with other nations in a testing desert environment.
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Sport Long-standing rivalries provide thrilling action at RAF squash championships
The event took place in Wolverhampton as the Air Force gear up for an Inter Services battle in March.