Airforce Collection (page 7)

WaF cooks are busy before a raid loading up the vacuum flasks with coffee, tea and bovril and food packgaes for the RAF pilots

Thumbs up from crew members of the Wellington plane at an RAF air base January 1940

Members of the RAF who were kept in a German prison camp and were freed as the Russians advanced into Germany, smile upon their arrival back in England during World War Two

"Doves"of the Ark in peacetime - A Swordfish aircraft lands on the deck of
" Doves" of the Ark in peacetime - A Swordfish aircraft lands on the deck of the Ark Royal, Britains mightiest aircraft carrier - the Swordfish is a torpedo carrying biplane deadly to enemy

RAF pilots and crew make their way to their Avro Anson planes during World War Two September 1939

Formation Flying
7th September 1959: Sixteen Hunter aeroplanes of a Royal Air Force Acrobatic Team flying in formation at the Farnborough Air Display. (Photo by Miller/Keystone/Getty Images)

Three RAF Hawker aircraft diving in formation. Date: circa 1930s

Barrage Balloons
circa 1930: Barrage balloons lined outside their hangar at the RAF school in Cardington. (Photo by Keystone/Getty Images)

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China, Beijing, Statue celebrating the navy aircraft and army forces outside the Beijing Military Museum

Royal Air Force Handley Page Hastings C. 1 TG507
Royal Air Force Handley Page Hastings C.1 TG507, the tenth production Hastings. Date: circa 1949

Royal Air Force North American Mitchell III Date: circa 1943-44

Royal Air Force Boulton-Paul Balliol T. 2
Royal Air Force Boulton-Paul Balliol T.2 Date: circa 1950

Macchi C-205N Orione
Italian Airforce Aermacchi C-205N Orione Parked in Snow Date: 1940s

Gloster Gladiator 1 J-8
Swedish Airforce Gloster Gladiator Parked Date: 1930s

Uk Royal Airforce 2 Squadron Panavia Tornado Ids Gr-1 Ai?
Uk Royal Airforce 2 Squadron Panavia Tornado Ids Gr-1 Aircraft Flying Date: 1980s

Bristol F-2B Fighter
Uk Royal Airforce 2 Squadron Bristol F2B Fighter Aircraft Flying Date: 1920s

Formation of UK Royal Airforce 2 (Ac) Squadron Westland ?
Formation of UK Royal Airforce 2 (Ac) Squadron Westland Lysander Aircraft Flying Near Hawkinge, Kent Date: 1940s

Uk Royal Airforce 2 Squadron Westland Lysander Mk1 Aircraft Date: 1940s

Uk Royal Airforce 2 Squadron Gloster Meteor Fr-9 Aircraft Date: 1940s

Uk Royal Airforce 2 Squadron Sepecat Jaguar Gr-1 Aircraft Date: 1970s

Uk Royal Airforce 2 Squadron Hawker Audax 1 Aircraft

Supermarine Swift FR-5
Uk Royal Airforce 2 Squadron Supermarine Swift Fr-5 Aircraft Date: 1960

Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero
A Captured Imperial Japanese Navy Mitsubishi A6M3 Zero Wearing Us Marking Flying Enroute Date: 1940s

A Type 1 Mk 4 / IV Gun Turret Date: 1940s

Dewoitine D-500
A Dewoitine D-500 Fighter Taxiing on the Grass Date: 1930s

A Crowd Watching a Formation of Royal Airforce Hawker Ha?
A Crowd Watching a Formation of Royal Airforce Hawker Harts of 57 Squadron Flying in the Air Armada Flypast Date: 1935

Vickers Virginia
A Formation of Royal Airforce Vickers Virginias Dropping Parachustists During the RAF Flypast Date: 1935

RAF Westland Wapiti Biplanes - Army Co-operation patrol Date: circa 1938

A Seaplane Of The England's Royal Naval Air Service Tracking A German Submarine During The First World War

RAF crew with Nimrod at Lajes air base, Azores
RAF crew of 42 Squadron with Nimrod aircraft at Lajes air base, Azores. Date: circa 1980s

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"Defenders of the Empire: The Mighty British Army, Navy, and Airforce" During World War II, the British RAF Flying Boat Sunderland soared through the skies as a symbol of strength and resilience. Its presence was felt across oceans, protecting our nation's interests. The English Electric Lightning T. 4 XM989 from 56 Squadron RAF showcased cutting-edge technology and unmatched speed during its service. It stood tall as a testament to the innovation within our airforce. In times of war, iconic aircraft like the Spitfire and Heinkel 111K took to the skies in fierce battles. These aerial warriors fought with unwavering courage for victory and freedom. Witnessing BAe Systems Hawks of RAF Red Arrows break Scampton in 1989 was an awe-inspiring spectacle that left spectators breathless. Their precision maneuvers displayed not only skill but also unity among our forces. Formation flying by British RAF Sterling Bomber Squadrons during World War II demonstrated impeccable coordination and teamwork in their mission to protect our homeland from enemy threats. Amidst wartime challenges, even moments of camaraderie emerged - like when a modified auxiliary fuel tank was filled with beer at Bognor Regis in 1944. A reminder that amidst adversity, soldiers find solace in shared experiences. The Mitsubishi A5M Claude played a crucial role as Japan's primary fighter aircraft before World War II erupted. Its significance cannot be overlooked when reflecting on historical conflicts. Vickers VC10 C1 XR808 from 10 Sqn RAF stationed in Hong Kong (1968) exemplified global reach and influence held by our airforce during peacetime operations abroad – projecting power while ensuring security far beyond home soil. As part of NATO Headquarters located in Izmir, Turkey; collaboration between nations strengthened bonds amongst allies towards maintaining peace worldwide – showcasing how airforces unite under common goals for global stability.