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Virtual Lecture: The Contribution of the RAF’s Special Duties Squadrons to the “Secret War,” 1940-1945

On Thursday 17 July 2025 at 6pm, Mark Seaman will discuss the contribution of the RAF's Special Duties Squadrons.

601 – The Flying Sword

The Royal Air Force Museum London, as part of its Veterans' Day celebrations of May 2009, unveiled a memorial to the members of 601 Squadron. The Squadron itself was stationed intermittently on the Museum's site between 1927 and 1949

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Car parking charges

Whilst admission to our Museum is free of charge, the small car-parking charge helps us maintain our collection and operating our sites.

For Valour: Flight Sergeant George Thompson’s Victoria Cross

On 1 January 1945, Fl Sgt Thompson earned his Victoria Cross. This is the story behind his achievement.

Fly High and Fundraise

Support the RAF Museum by getting active in one of our sporting events or challenges.

Cobham’s King’s Cup Victory

For Valour : Acting Flight Lieutenant William Reid (122438) VC Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve

On the night of November 3rd, 1943, Flight Lieutenant Reid was pilot and captain of a Lancaster aircraft detailed to attack Dusseldorf.

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Smart Phone Photography Workshops

Smart phone photography workshop led by Lee Chapman

Royal Air Force Museum 40th Anniversary

This podcast tells the story of the long search for a site to house the RAF Museum. The Museum was opened on 15th November 1972 by Her Majesty the Queen.

VE Day 75

A critical look at the contribution of the RAF to the outcome of the Second World War

The Long Distance Aviator