Royal Air Force Collection (#74)

Fairey Hendon. British RAF bomber designed by Fairey Aviation in the 1920s

Avro Lincoln. British bomber of the Second World War

The Avro Anson XX, c1940s. Multi-role British aircraft which served in World War Two

Gloster Meteor. British jet fighter which first flew in 1943

Avro Lancaster. Second World War bomber aircraft

A woman working on a Lancaster bomber, Second World War, 1940s. Female mechanic working on George the autopilot

Wellington Bombers, c1940s

Major-General Sir HM Trenchard, British military commander, c1920. Artist: Francis Dodd
Major-General Sir HM Trenchard, British military commander, c1920. Trenchard (1873-1956) was General Officer of the Royal Flying Corps

Spitfire Fighters, c1940. The Supermarine Spitfire is a British single-seat fighter aircraft that was used by the Royal Air Force and many other Allied countries during

WW1 Royal Flying Corps, c1914. The Royal Flying Corps (RFC), was the air arm of the British Army before and during the First World War

Members of the RAF ready for action during World War II, c1940 (1943). From Coastal Command. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1943]

Loading bombs on to an RAF aircraft during World War II, c1940 (1943). From Coastal Command. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1943]

Heavy bombs in the racks of a RAF Short Sunderland flying boat, c1940 (1943). From Coastal Command. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1943]

RAF Coastal Command radio operator on board his aircraft, c1940 (1943). From Coastal Command. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1943]

An RAF rigger serving breakfast at 6. 30 am, c1940 (1943)
An RAF rigger serving breakfast at 6.30 am, c1940 (1943). From Coastal Command. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1943]

RAF flight engineer on board an aircraft, c1940 (1943). The flight engineer watching his instrument board, which tells him how the engines are behaving. From Coastal Command

The midship gunners of an RAF flying boat alert at their stations, c1940 (1943). From Coastal Command. [His Majestys Stationery Office, London, 1943]

British Naval and Air Force officers working at Area Combined Headquarters, c1940 (1943). The officers worked side by side in two offices fronting the plot on which every new movement in the Battle

The picture that sank a battleship, 1941 (1943). Artist: Michael Suckling
The picture that sank a battleship, 1941 (1943). A reconnaissance photograph taken by Spitfire pilot Flying Officer Michael Suckling showing the German battleship Bismarck moored in Grimstadfjord

Front cover of Coastal Command, 1943. Coastal Command was a booklet issued for the Air Ministry by the Ministry of Information

King George V in the uniform of Chief of the Royal Air Force, 1935. Ardath cigarette card, from a series of 50 commemorating the Silver Jubilee of King George V, 1935

Westland Whirlwind, 1941. The twin-engined Whirlwind was one of the fastest and most heavily armed fighters when it first flew in 1938

Bristol Blenheim Mk IVF, 1941. Initailly conceived as a light bomber, the Blenheim was successfully converted into a long-range and night fighter aircraft

Boulton Paul Defiant I, 1941. The Defiant saw service early in World War II, notably with the British Expeditionary Force (BEF) in France

Supermarine Spitfire Mk IX, 1941. The iconic British Second World War fighter was designed by Reginald Mitchell. Powered by a Rolls-Royce Merlin engine

Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb, 1941. Artist: Chas Brown
Supermarine Spitfire Mk Vb, 1941. The iconic British Second World War fighter was designed by Reginald Mitchell. Powered by a Rolls-Royce Merlin engine

Hawker Hurricanes flying in formation, Battle of Britain, World War II, 1940. Hawker Hurricanes of Fighter Command, a first line of defence against the incoming German bombers attacking England

Hawker Hurricane in flight, Battle of Britain, World War II, 1940. A Hawker Hurricane of Fighter Command on its way to intercept German bombers as they crossed the south coast of England

Allied commanders in France, 1944. From left to right; Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery, General Dwight D Eisenhower, Air Marshal Sir Arthur Tedder

Tandem Supermarine Spitfire Trainer - British and allied WWII Fighter Plane

Supermarine Spitfire - British and allied WWII Fighter Plane, Wanaka, South Island, New Zealand

Hawker Hunter jet fighter

WWII: POSTER, c1943. Wings for victory - more savings - more wings. Lithograph with an illustration by Edward Osmond, c1943

WWII: POSTER, c1943. 150 two-ton bombs fall on the German city of Dusseldorf in 50 minutes
WWII: POSTER, c1943. 150 two-ton bombs fall on the German city of Dsseldorf in 50 minutes. Lithograph, c1943

WWII: POSTER, c1943. British poster illustrating the increasing size and power of the Royal Air Force. Lithograph, c1943

POSTER: BATTLE OF BRITAIN. British poster illustrating the losses incurred by the German Luftwaffe against the Royal Air Force on 15 September 1940, during the Battle of Britain. Poster, c1940

WWII: TUNISIA, c1941. British paratrooper Frank Tucker cleaning his boots near Beja, Tunisia. Photograph, c1941

WWII: PILOTS, c1940. Unidentified British pilots of the Royal Air Force. Photograph, c1940

WORLD WAR II: LIBYA, c1943. Allied bombing of the Italian Royal Air Force base, Castel Benito, near Tripoli, Libya, c1943

POSTER: ROYAL AIR FORCE. Poster illustrating the various aircraft of the British Royal Air Force, c1943

Red Arrows, Royal Air Force aerobatic display team, Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

British paratroopers board a CH-47 Chinook helicopter
British paratroopers boarding a CH-47 Chinook helicopter at Camp Bastion, Afghanistan

A CH-47 Chinook of the Royal Air Force transports a sling load of pallets

A Hawk T2 jet trainer aircraft of the Royal Air Force low flying over North Wales

A Royal Air Force Hawk jet taking off during TLP at Albacete Air Base, Spain

An AW101 Merlin helicopter of the Royal Air Force lands in a field
An AW101 Merlin helicopter of the Royal Air Force landing in the field during an exercise in the United Kingdom

An Avro Vulcan bomber of the Royal Air Force, landing at Volkel Air Base, The Netherlands

A Royal Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4 taking off from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

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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.