The Royal Air Force (RAF) is the air and space force of the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies. [7] . It was formed towards the end of the First World War on 1 April 1918, …

The RAF provides air and space power to protect the UK and our allies in an uncertain world.

🇬🇧 RAF Typhoons, F-35s & Voyagers integrated withNATO allies to build tempo, trust & tactical edge ahead of the eight month deployment with Carrier Strike

Nov 29, 2025 · Discover the vital roles of the UK's 7 main RAF bases, safeguarding national security and supporting global missions.

Dec 3, 2025 · Royal Air Force (RAF), youngest of the three British armed services, charged with the air defense of the United Kingdom and the fulfillment of international defense commitments. It is the …

Profiles of all the RAF's active aircraft - role, capability, specifications, recognition, history, current squadrons and stations.

Nov 9, 2025 · Our wide-range of operations and training exercises around the world and in space. Meet some of our people and their varied roles across the RAF. Discover this agile and multi-role combat …

The RAF works with partners around the world to strengthen national and international security and to protect the interests and influence of the UK and our allies.

Many aircraft types have served in the British Royal Air Force since its formation in April 1918 from the merger of the Royal Flying Corps and Royal Naval Air Service. This is a list of RAF aircraft, including …

Two U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing, RAF Lakenheath, England, flew over Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia Dec 4., highlighting U.S. Air Forces in Europe’s ability to …