Royal Air Force Collection

HMS Furious in the Firth of Forth

Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVI fighter warbird of the Royal Air Force
Boras, Sweden - Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XVI fighter warbird of the Royal Air Force

Soldiers from 3 Para Parachute from a Hercules Aircraft
Paratroopers descend to earth from a Royal Air Force Hercules aircraft during a demonstration of their skills. Over 120 troops from A Company, 3 PARA, ( 3rd Battalion)

Supermarine Spiteful F.XIV, 7 July 1945
Supermarine Spiteful F.XIV (RB515), port side view in flight.

Avro Lancaster B. I PP967
Avro Lancaster B.I PP967 on a test flight from Castle Bromwich, March 1945

Supermarine Spitfire V flown by Group Captain M.W.S. Robinson, station commander at RAF Northolt, 6 August 1943

English Electric Lightning F. 1
English Electric Lightning F.1 aircraft of 74 Squadron RAF, Coltishall 1960

Supermarine Spitfire XIV (RB140) banking in flight

Polish pilots of 303 Squadron, 1940
John Alexander Kent and the Polish pilots of 303 Squadron walking away from Hawker Hurricane during the Battle of Britain, 1940

Canberra bombers of 61 and 109 Squadrons
Two Canberra B.2 aircraft of 61 Squadron with a Canberra B.2 of 109 Squadron between them, flying from RAF Upwood 15 July 1955

Hawker Hurricane IIc night fighter of 87 Squadron RAF, 1942

Harrier GR. 1 landing at St. Pancras
Hawker-Siddeley Harrier GR.1 XV741 coming in to land at St. Pancras coal yard during the Daily Mail Trans-Atlantic Air Race May 1969

Avro Shackleton MR. 2
Avro Shackleton MR.2 of 42 Squadron RAF from St Eval on patrol off Cornwall 26 November 1956

Supermarine Spitfire Vb of 222 Squadron RAF, 4 May 1942

de Havilland Mosquito B. XVI
de Havilland Mosquito B.XVI of 571 Squadron RAF, part of the Light Night Striking Force

De Havilland Mosquito B. XVI
De Havilland Mosquito B.XVI of 571 Squadron, RAF, 30 September 1944

Handley Page Victor prototype, Radlett 10 July 1953

Supermarine Spitfire I aircraft of 65 Squadron RAF, Hornchurch, 1939

Handley Page Halifax bombers of 35 Squadron
Two Handley Page Halifax II aircraft of 35 Squadron RAF, 1942

Blackburn Beverley aircraft of 47 Squadron
Three Blackburn Beverley C.1 aircraft of 47 Squadron flying from RAF Abingdon, November 1956

Fairey Swordfish I of 820 Squadron over HMS Ark Royal, 1939

Blackburn Beverley of 47 Squadron
Blackburn Beverley C.1 of 47 Squadron in flight, Abingdon, January 1957

Spitfire Fighter Aircraft Hot Starting Engines
Spitfire TE311 of the Royal Air Force Memorial Flight (RAFMF) piloted by Wg Cdr " Godders" Godfrey performs a " hot start" during the RAFMF Public Display Authority (PDA)

Avro Anson T. 20
Avro Anson T.20 (VS504) in flight near Woodford, 9 February 1948

English Electric Lightning F. 1
English Electric Lightning F.1 of 74 Squadron RAF, Coltishall 1960

C17 Transport Aircraft Taking Off from RAF Brize Norton
A Royal Air Force 99 Squadron C17 aircraft taking off from RAF Brize Norton providing air transport assistance to France for the Central African Republic (CAR)

The Red Arrows over Niagara Falls, 1972
Hawker Siddeley Gnat T.1 aircraft of the RAF Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, in formation over Niagara Falls duirng their tour of Canada and the United States of America

Avro Lancaster B.I aircraft of 207 Squadron RAF, 20 June 1942

Supermarine Spitfire Mk. IX
Supermarine Spitfire IX aircraft of 611 Squadron RAF in flight near Biggin Hill, 8 December 1942

Hawker Hunter F. 1 aircraft of 54 Squadron
Hawker Hunter F.1 aircraft of 54 Squadron flying from RAF Odiham, June 1955

de Havilland Mosquito FB. VI
Loading rockets onto a Mosquito FB.VI of 143 Squadron RAF, part of the Banff Strike Wing, February 1945

Armstrong Whitworth Argosy C. 1
Armstrong Whitworth Argosy C.1 aircraft of 114 Squadron RAF

Boarding a Wellington II of 104 Sqn
Vickers Wellington II of 104 Squadron at RAF Driffield, aircrew boarding, September 1941

Harvard I aircraft of 2 SFTS RAF
North American Harvard I aircraft of 2 Service Flying Training Schoo, 1940

Gloster Meteor F. 3 aircraft
Gloster Meteor F.3 aircraft (EE400, EE393 & EE366 ) of 56 Squadron RAF in flight from Bentwaters, 19 July 1946

Hawker Hunter F. 4
Hawker Hunter F.4 aircraft (XE683, XE659, XE658 & WT764) of 54 Squadron RAF in flight from Odiham, 3 December 1956

Bristol Beaufort I of 217 Squadron RAF

Short Stirling I aircraft (N6096, N6067G, N3676) of 1651 Conversion Unit, RAF, in formation flight

De Havilland Mosquito FB. VI
De Havilland Mosquito FB.VI taking off from RAF Banff, February 1945

Handley Page Halifax III, 28 January 1944

De Havilland Comet C. 2
De Havilland Comet C.2 of 216 Squadron, Transport Command, RAF Lyneham, 1956

Vickers Wellington II of 104 Sqn
Vickers Wellington II of 104 Squadron RAF in flight, 1941

Bristol Beaufighter IF of 25 Sqn
Bristol Beaufighter IF of 25 Squadron RAF in 1940

Vickers Valentia of 216 Sqn RAF
Vickers Valentia of 216 Squadron in flight over the Pyramids at Giza, 1936

Supermarine Spitfire I (K9787) in flight from Eastleigh, 1938

Hawker Typhoon Ib (JP602) in flight over the Severn Estuary

Westland Whirlwind I, 20 April 1944

Avro Anson I being started at RAF North Weald, 1942

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"150 Years of Excellence: The Royal Air Force Soaring to New Heights" From the courageous soldiers of 3 Para parachuting from a Hercules Aircraft, to the iconic Supermarine Spitfire V dominating the skies in World War II, and the mighty Avro Lancaster B. I PP967 striking fear into enemy hearts - the Royal Air Force has always been at the forefront of aerial warfare. Remembering the brave Polish pilots of 303 Squadron who fought alongside their British counterparts in 1940, showcasing true camaraderie and determination. Their legacy lives on as an inspiration for generations to come. The sleek silhouette of the Supermarine Spitfire XIV symbolizes both elegance and power, reminding us of RAF's commitment to innovation and technological advancements throughout history. Witnessing a Harrier GR. 1 gracefully landing at St. Pancras is a testament to RAF's versatility and adaptability. These vertical take-off aircrafts have revolutionized air combat tactics. The thunderous roar of English Electric Lightning F. 1 sends shivers down our spines; its speed unmatched, representing RAF's dedication towards maintaining air superiority. Avro Shackleton MR. 2 stands tall as a guardian in maritime patrol missions, ensuring safety over vast oceans with unwavering vigilance. With Avro Anson T. 20 serving as a training aircraft for countless aspiring aviators, it embodies RAF's commitment towards nurturing future generations' skills and expertise. In 1972, The Red Arrows painted vibrant trails across Niagara Falls' sky - an awe-inspiring display that showcases precision teamwork within this renowned aerobatic team. Blackburn Beverley aircrafts soaring through challenging terrains exemplify RAF's ability to deliver supplies even in remote locations during critical operations by 47 Squadron. Canberra bombers from both 61 and 109 Squadrons demonstrate strategic prowess with their long-range capabilities - safeguarding national interests while projecting strength worldwide.