Royal Air Force Collection (#78)

Hawker Hart fighter of the Royal Air Force taken at Duxford airport, England

A Gloster Gladiator Mk II
A Gloster Gladiator MkII of 247 Squadron which saw active duty during the Battle of Britian

A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 during low fly training in North Wales. The Tornado GR4 is a multirole fighter aircraft capable of delivering a wide variety of weapons

A Royal Air Force Typhoon fighter on final approach to Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, as part of a Red Flag mission

Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVIII fighter warbird
Angelholm, Sweden - Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVIII fighter warbird

A Eurofighter Typhoon of the Royal Air Force taxis to the end of the runway at Fairford Air Force Base, United Kingdom

Firefighters extinguish a simulated cargo fire at RAF Mildenhall, England
March 8, 2008 - A 48th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter instructs fellow firefighters to advance towards the simulated cargo fire at RAF Mildenhall, England

Cartoon illustration of a Royal Air Force Hawker Hunter F6

Pilots in the cockpit of a BAE Hawk T1 aircraft of the Royal Air Force, Niederrhein, Germany

Royal Air Force EF-2000 Typhoon at Konya Air Base, Turkey
Royal Air Force EF-2000 Typhoon during Exercise Anatolian Eagle at Konya Air Base, Turkey

Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVIII and Mk. XVI fighter warbirds
Angelholm, Sweden - Supermarine Spitfire Mk. XVIII and Mk. XVI fighter warbirds

Royal Air Force EF-2000 Typhoon taking off
Royal Air Force EF-2000 Typhoon during Exercise Anatolian Eagle in Turkey

Cartoon illustration of a Royal Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon

A Royal Air Force Shadow R1 aircraft used for intelligence gathering

A Royal Air Force Tornado GR4 low flying over North Wales. The Tornado GR4 is a multirole fighter aircraft capable of delivering a wide variety of weapons

Pilots inside the cockpit of a Royal Air Force Merlin Helicopter at RAF Lyneham

Illustration of a Panavia Tornado GR1 with Gulf War markings

A Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4 of the Royal Air Force on final approach to Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

A pair of Royal Air Force Supermarine Spitfires giving chase to a UFO. Such objects were known by aircrews as foo fighters

Members of the Pathfinder Platoon await to jump from a Royal Air Force C-130 Hercules
Members of the British Army Pathfinder Platoon participate in parachute jump training aboard a Royal Air Force C-130 Hercules

A Lancaster Bomber Crew (b / w photo)
XJF368481 A Lancaster Bomber Crew (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: the image includes a Jamaican serviceman; many men from the West Indies)

RAF Round-The-World Flight
A Vickers type 78 Vulture Mk 1 flying boat gets a push while taxiing before take-off at Cairo during the Royal Air Forces unsuccessful around the world attempt, 1924

Post War U-Boat Pen
19th October 1945: A U-boat in pen at Finkenwerde, near Hamburg, wrecked by Royal Air Force bombs during the war. The Royal Engineers continue with the demolition process using former German

Biggin Hill, Kent. 615 Squadron taking a break. June 1949 photograph by John Topham

A Hawker Hart of No. 23 Squadron RAF flying in formation over the Medway area in Kent. 1939

R A F Empire Day rehearsal at Biggin Hill in Kent - 15 May 1937 A TopFoto
R A F Empire Day rehearsal at Biggin Hill in Kent - 15 May 1937 eTopFoto

A Hawker Demon biplane of the RAF flying in formation over Kent. 1935

Bristol Bulldogs fighters of No 32 Squadron in formation flying over Biggin Hill. 1936

RAF Supermarine Spitfire

CM8 5926 Ops 39-45, the chaps
Ops 39-45, Flywheel Bicester Saturday 20th June 2015, aviation, Bicester, cars, endeavour, Flywheel, Flywheel Bicester, Flywheel Bicester 20th June 15, Flywheel Bicester Saturday, historic

Two RAF Aircrew - 1944
An Observer and a Pilot study a map together. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22883

Portrait of an Air gunner - Christmas 1942
Head and shoulder study of a young Flight Sergeant in the RAF Volunteer Reserve George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N21917

Portrait of a Squadron Leader - August 1940
This Royal Air Force man had been awarded the D.F.C. Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N19796

A British biplane equipped with a radio transmitter, at an airfield in France during World War I. Photograph, c1916
WORLD WAR I: BIPLANE. A British biplane equipped with a radio transmitter, at an airfield in France during World War I. Photograph, c1916

British Handley Page Type O / 400 biplane bombers used during World War I. Photograph, c1916
HANDLEY PAGE BIPLANES. British Handley Page Type O/400 biplane bombers used during World War I. Photograph, c1916

(1894-1956). Canadian World War I pilot and Air Marshal. Photographed with a Nieuport 17 biplane with the British Royal
WILLIAM AVERY BILLY BISHOP (1894-1956). Canadian World War I pilot and Air Marshal. Photographed with a Nieuport 17 biplane with the British Royal Air Force, August 1917

RAF Westland Sea King rescue helicopter with crew members standing in open doorway, in flight over rocky coastline and cliffs, looking from clifftop at Filey Country Park, Filey Brigg

Advertisement for recruitment of soldiers for English Royal Air Force, from World War II, 1942
England, 20th century, Second World War - Back up our flying boys! Over 42ja You re wanted now in the Raf to do a vital ground job

Frank Whittle, caricature
Frank Whittle (1907-1996). Caricature of the British aeronautical engineer Sir Frank Whittle wearing an aeroplane. Whittle is best known as the inventor of the jet engine

Italian aircraft production, World War I C016 / 4577
Italian aircraft production, World War I. Group of military officers and aircraft manufacturers during World War I. At centre is the Italian aircraft engineer Giovanni Battista Caproni (1886-1957)

The Royal Air Force Bomber Command Memorial, Green Park, Piccadilly, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Lyneham, Wiltshire, UK, aerial photograph. This village (centre) has a population of about 4000 people (as of 2001). Agricultural fields surround the village

Fylingdales long-range radar station, UK
Fylingdales long-range radar station, North Yorkshire Moors, UK. This RAF base forms part of the United States Ballistic Missile Early Warning System (BMEWS) and the Space Surveillance Network (SSN)

Geodesic domes over radar scanners, R. A. F. Croughton, Brackley, Buckinghamshire
Geodesic domes over radar scanners, R.A.F. Croughton, Brackley, Buckinghamshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Goodwood Revival Meeting: The Central Band of the Royal Air Force
The Central Band of the Royal Air Force. Goodwood Revival Meeting, Goodwood, England, 31 August-2 September 2007

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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.