The Lancaster enters the fray

Today, 2 March 2021, marks the 79th anniversary of the Lancaster’s first operational mission.

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How an American saved our German Heinkel He 111

Azure Carter visited the RAF Museum London to see the German Heinkel He 111 her grandfather, American pilot James Carter flew after it was captured.

For Valour : Lieutenant Francis Hubert (Frank) McNamara, VC, Australian Forces, Royal Flying Corps

Frank McNamara had the distinction of being the only Australian to be awarded a Victoria Cross for aerial activities in the First World War.

Corpo Aero Italiano

Early Years Foundation Stage

Cobham and the King

For Valour : Flight Lieutenant William (Bill) Ellis Newton (Aus. 250748) VC, Royal Australian Air Force

On 17 March 1943, Newton was captain and pilot of Boston serial A28-3, coded DU-Y. He was tasked with attacking the Japanese port of Salamaua

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Living Memories: the aviation pioneers who spread peace in the aftermath of war

Special evening with the MAF and Second World War veteran Jack Hemmings, as well as Ed Burrows and Peter Fryatt.

On My Honour: Scouts and Guides in the RAF

Lucia Wallbank writes of World Thinking Day and of the RAF's links to the Scout & Guide movement

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D-Day Weekend

Commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings by joining in the celebrations at the RAF Museum!

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Air Cadet Groups