Battle of Britain Memorial Flight's Lancaster bomber to return this display season
After extensive maintenance, the Avro Lancaster PA474 will fly at the Blackpool and Compton Abbas Airshows this weekend.
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Ukraine Kyiv receives long-awaited first F-16 fighter jets in major boost for Ukrainian air force
The F-16 jets mark a significant milestone in the country's fight against Russia and the support it receives from the West.
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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 RAF Reaper drone conducts successful strike against IS fighter in Syrian desert
The RAF said it used the Reaper, armed with Hellfire missiles, to strike an IS fighter in the Syrian desert.
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RAF Feeling the fear: German air force display pilot on moments of trepidation in the skies
Captain 'Noble' explains how display pilots overcome challenges like a flooded runway and sometimes decide not to fly.
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RAF RAF making 'baby steps' in using sustainable fuel to solely power its fighter jets
The service is demonstrating a commitment to green aviation by embarking on a gradual transition to sustainable fuel.
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RAF RAF squadron's 'offensive' Crusaders nickname dropped after service complaint
14 Squadron is one of the RAF's longest-serving squadrons and is dropping its unofficial nickname following a complaint.
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Aircraft Pair of Royal Air Force P-8 Poseidons hit significant milestone firsts in Indo-Pacific
This is the furthest range and longest duration exercise for the RAF Poseidon force to date.
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Aircraft CC295 Kingfisher capable of search and rescue missions across the Canadian wilderness
The aircraft joined the Search and Rescue fleet four years ago, replacing the Buffalo which retired in 2022.
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Aircraft Flying put on hold after Typhoon crashes during multi-national exercise in Australia
Ex Pitch Black has been suspended after the Italian pilot was forced to eject after encountering an unknown issue during a training flight.
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Aircraft Could this be the future cockpit of Typhoon jets keeping them relevant as they age?
At this year's RIAT, Forces News took a tour of what Typhoon pilots could be facing in the future.
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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.
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Aircraft RAF's sixth-gen Tempest fighter jet making progress, Defence Secretary says
Some media reports have raised concerns that the Tempest project could be cancelled by the new Government.
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RAF RAF Tempest stealth fighter mock-up offers glimpse into the future of air combat
The aircraft is set to be in service in 2035, with a radar capable of providing 10,000 times more data than current systems.
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Aircraft RAF's Poseidon, Globemaster and Chinook now cleared to use sustainable fuel
Boeing announced guidance at the Royal International Air Tattoo explaining how its military aircraft can now operate on SAF.
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USA USAF B-52s intercepted by Russian fighters while flying towards Romanian base
Two US Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers encountered the Russian aircraft during a mission over the Barents Sea.