Raes Collection (#5)

Sir B Melvill Jones (left) and Harold Roxbee Cox
Sir B. Melvill Jones (left) and Harold Roxbee Cox, FRAeS, 1902-1997, RAeS President 1947-1949. Date: 1902

Harold Roxbee Cox FRAeS (1902-1997) - RAeS President
From left: Harold Roxbee Cox, FRAeS, 1902-1997, RAeS President 1947-1949; Capt J.L. Pritchard, RAeS Secretary 1926-1951 and E.W. Hives. Date: 1902

Sir Frederick Handley Page CBE FRAeS 1885-1963
Sir Frederick Handley Page, CBE, FRAeS, 1885-1962, RAeS President 1945-1947 (left) and Lord Brabazon of Tara, MC, FRAeS, 1884-1964, RAeS President 1934-1936

G C May - RAeS Secretary 1985-1988
G.C. May, CEng, MIProdE, MRAeS, RAeS Secretary 1985-1988. Date: 1985

T OB Hubbard with the Martinside F4A G-EAPP
T. OB. Hubbard, HonFRAeS, with the Martinside F4A, G-EAPP, which he flew to eighth place in the 1920 Aerial Derby. RAeS Secretary 1911-1912. Date: 1920

Capt J Laurence Pritchard HonFRAeS RAeS Secretary
Capt J. Laurence Pritchard, HonFRAeS, RAeS Secretary 1926-1951. Date: 1926

Barry Pemberton Laight OBE
Barry Pemberton Laight, OBE, CEng, MIMechE, FRAeS, RAeS President 1974-1975. Date: 1974

Dr George Steedman Hislop (right) RAeS President 1973-1974
Dr George Steedman Hislop (right), RAeS President 1973-1974, and B.P. Laight, RAeS President 1974-1975. Date: 1973

Dr George Steedman Hislop (left) RAeS President 1973-1974
Dr George Steedman Hislop (left), RAeS President 1973-1974, and B.P. Laight, RAeS President 1974-1975. Date: 1973

Sir Johns Buchanan CBE
Sir John S. Buchanan, CBE, AMIMechE, FRAeS, RAeS President 1949-1950. Date: 1949

Edward Purkis Frost JP RAeS President 1908-1911
Edward Purkis Frost, JP, RAeS President 1908-1911 (with signature). Date: 1908

Portrait of Edward Purkis Frost JP RAeS President
Portrait of Edward Purkis Frost, JP, RAeS President 1908-1911. Date: 1908

Ronald John Kennett AFAIa FIMgt FRAeS (1935-2019)
Ronald John Kennett, AFAIa, FIMgt, FRAeS, (1935- ), RAeS Director 1988-1998. Date: 1935

Vickers Wellington I at the 1939 RAeS Garden Party at the Great West Aerodrome, Hayes, Middlesex. Date: 1939

J H Doolittle
J.H. Doolittle, retiring President of the Institute of Aeronautical Sciences (IAeS); Griffith Brewer, RAeS President; and Frank W

Pre-production de Havilland DH60 Moth G-EBLV
Pre-production de Havilland DH60 Moth, G-EBLV, at the Wisley RAeS Garden Party in 1956. Still airworthy. Date: 1956

Sir Frederick Page receives his RAeS Gold Medal on 5 December 1974. Date: 1974

Sir Stanley Hooker (left) receives the Royal Aeronautical Societys British Silver Medal in 1955 from N.E. Rowe, RAeS President

J G Hurley CBE and Bs Shenstone
J.G. Hurley, CBE, and B.S. Shenstone, FRAeS, RAeS President 1962-1963

Bs Shenstone FRAeS RAeS President (1962-1963)
B.S. Shenstone, FRAeS, RAeS President 1962-1963

Sir Albert Hubert Roy Fedden (1885-1973) RAeS President
Sir Albert Hubert Roy Fedden, 1885-1973, RAeS President 1944-1945

Sir Arnold Alexander Hall, MA, FRS, HonFRAeS, 1915-2000, RAeS President 1958-1959

English Electric Wren No4 at the RAeS Garden Party at Wisley on 15 September 1957. Date: 1957

Joan Bradbrooke MBE HonCRAeS (1908-1971)
Joan Bradbrooke, MBE, HonCRAeS, 1908-1971, Editor RAeS Journal 1946 to 1968

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"RAeS: A Legacy of Aviation Excellence and Prestige" From its inception, the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) has been synonymous with aviation greatness. With a rich history spanning decades, this esteemed organization has attracted remarkable individuals who have left an indelible mark on the industry. One such notable figure is HRH The Prince Philip Duke of Edinburgh, whose unwavering support for aerospace advancements earned him a special place within RAeS. His dedication to innovation and his passion for flying inspired generations of aviators. Peter Ambrose Hearne, as RAeS President from 1980-1981, led the society during a crucial period in aviation's evolution. Under his guidance, RAeS continued to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among professionals worldwide. AM Sir Charles Pringle KBE MA CEng Fit also served as RAeS President and played a pivotal role in shaping the society's vision. His expertise and leadership propelled RAeS forward while championing excellence in engineering and design. Gordon M. McCoombe OBE CEng MIMechE FRAes held the prestigious position of President at RAeS too. Through his tireless efforts, he furthered the cause of aerospace education and research while fostering international cooperation within the field. Professor Martyn Graham Farley stands out as an influential member who contributed significantly to advancing aviation technology through groundbreaking research initiatives. His pioneering work continues to shape modern aircraft design principles today. Captain Eric Melrose Winkle Brown CBE made significant contributions not only to RAF but also to RAes by sharing invaluable insights gained from his extensive experience as a test pilot. He pushed boundaries fearlessly, leaving an enduring impact on aviation safety standards. The first Saunders-Roe A19 Cloud G-ABCJ showcased at an event hosted by RAes exemplified their commitment to celebrating technological achievements that push boundaries further each day.