Air Tattoo Round-up

The Royal International Air Tattoo this weekend had something for everyone: that was the verdict after crowds at RIAT at RAF Fairford enjoyed a feast of flying and static displays, plus new and exciting entertainment on the ground. Following a hot build-up to... More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

617 Sqn to be the first operational sqn to have Lightning II

The RAF has today announced that 617 Sqn, the famous ‘Dambusters’, will be the first operational squadron using Lightning II aircraft.  Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton made the... More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

RAF Northolt wins the Stainforth Trophy

The prestigious Stainforth Trophy has been presented to RAF Northolt by the Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton at a gathering of Station personnel on the parade square of the... More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

Westminster Honours RAF support to Mali

A VIP reception has been held at the Palace of Westminster to honour the RAF’s support to the French forces fighting insurgents in Mali. The Mali Homecoming Reception was held for... More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

1 Squadron RAF Regiment are presented with a new Standard

1 Squadron RAF Regiment, RAF Honington, has been presented with a new Standard by the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton. Awarded to... More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

Red Arrows receive their Public Display Authority

The RAF Red Arrows have been awarded their Public Display Authority for 2013 by Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton. Public Display Authority confirms that the proposed display for the year is safe and meets the high standards expected of... More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

CAS visits RAF Leuchars and Lossiemouth

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton has visited the two RAF stations north of the border at Lossiemouth and Leuchars. CAS, Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton said: “I have greatly enjoyed my... More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

Air Marshal Sir Andrew Pulford is appointed Chief of the Air Staff

Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has today, 24 Jan 13, confirmed that Her Majesty The Queen has approved the appointment of Air Marshal Sir Andrew Pulford KCB CBE, who is to be promoted to Air Chief Marshal, to be appointed Chief of the Air Staff in succession to Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Dalton GCB ADC in Jul 13. Air Chief Marshal Sir Stuart Peach KCB CBE ADC is to be appointed Vice Chief of the Defence Staff...More information »

Christmas Message from the Chief of the Air Staff

"As this year draws to a close I believe that we can look back at a remarkably successful year....The Royal Air Force would not have been able to achieve any of these roles, without the loyal support of our families, partners and friends. I know that we have asked a very great deal of our people this year, but I recognise that we have asked just as much of our families. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your forbearance...More information »