Aircraft - Royal Air Force
WEBWedgetail AEW Mk1. ISTAR, Future. Profiles of all the RAF's active aircraft - role, capability, specifications, recognition, history, current squadrons and stations.
F-35B Lightning - Royal Air Force
WEBIn British service the aircraft is known only as F-35B Lightning, losing its ‘II’ (it is actually the RAF’s third Lightning, after the Lockheed P-38 and English Electric Lightning). The first frontline Lightning unit, 617 Sqn ‘Dambusters’ arrived at RAF Marham with an initial four aircraft on June 6, 2018.
Displays | Red Arrows - Royal Air Force
WEBRed Arrows displays. These are locations and dates where the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team will display in 2024. Unless otherwise stated, these dates are for aerobatic shows at public events rather than flypasts. Dates and locations are subject to change and further displays may be added at a later stage. The RAF Events Team – rather than ...
Typhoon FGR4 - Royal Air Force
WEBROLE. The Typhoon FGR.Mk 4 is a highly capable and extremely agile multi-role combat aircraft, capable of being deployed for the full spectrum of air operations, including air policing, peace support and high-intensity conflict. Initially deployed in the air-to-air role as the Typhoon F.Mk 2, the aircraft now has a potent, precision multi-role ...
News articles - Royal Air Force
WEBJun 5, 2024 · Read the latest news articles about the Royal Air Force, its operations, achievements, personnel, and history. Stay updated on RAF news and events.
UK RAF Stations Map - Royal Air Force
WEBInteractive map of RAF stations (bases) in the UK. Rollover a marker to see the name of the station or click on it to go to information about that station.
Globemaster (C-17) - Royal Air Force
WEBMaximum take-off weight: 585,000lb (265,350kg) Cruising speed at 28,000ft: 450kt (833km/h) Range with 100,000lb (45,360kg) payload: more than 4,500nm (8,334km) Service ceiling: 45,000ft. Maximum payload (2.5g load factor): 169,000lb (76,655kg) The C-17 Globemaster III is a longrange, heavy-lift strategic transport aircraft that can operate ...
RAF Ranks - Royal Air Force
WEBHere is the rank structure for commissioned ranks of the Royal Air Force. Ranks are shown in ascending order. In many cases, the Royal Air Force rank will be the junior of the three Services, the Royal Navy having seniority over both the Army and RAF. Rank insignia for commissioned ranks is worn on the lower arm of dress uniform.
Team Tempest - Royal Air Force
WEBWorking in Partnership. Team Tempest is made up of a group of industry partners: BAE Systems, Rolls Royce, Leonardo and MBDA. These partners are working with the RAF’s Rapid Capabilities Office and the Ministry of Defence to develop the technologies needed for the next generation of combat air. Find out more about the partners in our team.
Spitfire - Royal Air Force
WEBThe iconic Supermarine Spitfire was critical in defeating Luftwaffe air attacks during the Battle of Britain in 1940. More Spitfires were built than any other British combat aircraft before or since World War Two - 20,341 in total. There are six Spitfires on the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Learn more about the role and history of the ...