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Brize Norton: A Brief Guide To The UK's Largest RAF Station

Brize Norton has become the largest RAF base - home to all transport and refueling aircraft.

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Robbie Clarke: The Story Of The RAF's First Black Pilot

Clarke was one of 15,600 Black Caribbean volunteers who enlisted to fight during World War I.

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Collecting Miles: Rishi Sunak Has Flown More Frequently Than Other Recent UK Prime Ministers

Rishi Sunak has faced criticism for frequently utilizing private jet travel for domestic trips.

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5 Things That Make The Supermarine Spitfire Such A Popular Aircraft

The Spitfire was a pivotal aircraft during the Battle of Britain.

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Explained: Why North Wales Is Such A Hotspot For Military Pilot Training

The RAF loves flying over the north of Cymru.

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RAF Pilot & Engineer Mark C-130 Hercules Retirement With 144 Mile Pedalo Challenge

RAF servicemembers conclude the meaningful logistical support of the C-130 with one last mission for breast cancer awareness.

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Cool: Airbus A400M Flies 22 Hours Non-Stop With Aerial Refueling

The aircraft completed three aerial refuelings on the nearly day-long flight.

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70 Aircraft Flying In The King's Birthday Flypast Over Central London

His Majesty Charles II prepares to celebrate his official birthday. On the occasion, 70 military aircraft will perform a flypast over London.

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The RAF Retires Its Hercules Aircraft With A UK-Wide Farewell Tour

After 56 years of sterling service, the last remaining RAF Hercules are being retired.

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Royal Air Force Aircraft Intercept Russian Planes Twice In 24 Hours

RAF Typhoons intercept Russian military aircraft in multiple incidents during 24 hour period.

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On This Day In 1946 The Handley Page Hastings Made Its First Flight

The Handley Page Hastings was used during the Berlin Airlift.

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Why Two RAF Red Arrows Planes Are At A Farm In Yorkshire

Here's a chance to buy a piece of history before the auction ends on Friday.

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Titan Airways Reported To Be Upgrading Government A321neo To Include A Bigger Loo

The upgraded aircraft will continue to fly alongside the UK Government's existing RAF Voyager Airbus A330.

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CAA Reiterates UK Drone Laws Following Near Miss With RAF Hurricane

The CAA has reminded the public of standard drone regulations after a drone nearly collided with a low-flying RAF plane.

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Postwar Airliner: The Story Of The Vickers VC.1 Viking

The Vickers Viking was derived from the WWII-era Wellington Bomber.

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Music To Your Ears: Which Aircraft Have Been The Subject Of Song Titles?

Various artists have paid tribute to iconic planes over the years.

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Handley Page Victor: The Bomber That Became An Aerial Refueler

The aircraft served the RAF until the 1990s.

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Wooden Wonder: The Story Of The De Havilland DH.98 'Mosquito'

The Mosquito performed daylight bombing raids over German-occupied Europe.

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Royal Air Force Completes First 100% Sustainable Fuel A330 MRTT Flight

The RAF worked with Airbus, Rolls-Royce, and others to achieve the first flight powered entirely by SAF with an RAF Voyager.

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How RAF Northolt Served Commercial Aircraft During London Heathrow's Construction

Famed for its military operations, RAF Northolt was also a commercial stronghold between 1946 and 1954.

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