Fleet Air Arm Collection

HMS Eagle with aircraft on deck

HMS Bulwark, August 1957

Westland Whirlwinds on HMS Bulwark
Westland Whirlwind helicopters of 845 Squadron on HMS Bulwark, 1 August 1957

HMS Bulwark
Westland Whirlwind HAS.7 helicopters of 845 Squadron approach HMS Bulwark, 1 August 1957

HMS Implacable, February 1950
HMS Implacable in Weymouth Bay, February 1950

Fairey Swordfish I of 820 Squadron over HMS Ark Royal, 1939

HMS Indomitable, 1943
HMS Indomitable at its moorings with another aircraft carrier in the distance

Armstrong Whitworth Argosy C. 1
Armstrong Whitworth Argosy C.1 aircraft of 114 Squadron RAF

HMS Indomitable, 1943
HMS Indomitable with a Supermarine Seafire Mk. IIC flying overhead, 1943

Fairey Barracuda II aircraft in flight 25 November 1945

Hawker Sea Hawk FGA. 6
Hawker Sea Hawk FGA.6 (XE375) of 898 Squadron on the deck of HMS Ark Royal, circa 1955

HMS Glorious, 1936
HMS Glorious in the Mediterranean, with Fairey IIIF aircraft on deck, 1936

Westland Whirlwind helicopters
Sikorsky Whirlwind HAS.22 (WV222) and Westland Whirlwind HAS.3 helicopters (XG580 525, XG576 526 and XG582 529) of 705 Squadron, RNAS Ford 1957

De Havilland Sea Vixen FAW. 1
De Havilland Sea Vixen FAW.1 (XJ475) 1957

De Havilland Sea Mosquito TR. 33
De Havilland Sea Mosquito TR.33 (TW256) of 771 Squadron in flight 27 October 1947

Fairey Swordfish I aircraft of 810 Sqn with Grumman Martlets in the background, HMS Illustrious, 1942

Gloster Meteor F. 3 EE337 on HMS Implacable, 16 June 1948
Gloster Meteor F.3 (EE337) of 703 Squadron, on the deck of HMS Implacable, on the occasion of the first landing of a twin-engined jet aircraft on the deck of a Royal Navy carrier, 16 June 1948

Supermarine Seafire F. 17
Supermarine Seafire F.17 (SX138) of 807 Squadron on board HMS Vengeance, with Battle Class Destroyer HMS Cadiz in the background, May 1947

Fairey Barracuda I in flight, May 1943

Royal Navy Ships HMS Invincible Aircraft Carrier sailing in the Northern Atlantic October 1985

Hawker Osprey III of 447 Flt Fa
Hawker Osprey III (K3642 067) of 447 Flight in flight over Alexandria harbour, 1936

Hawker Sea Hawk F. 1
Hawker Sea Hawk F.1 of 806 Squadron landing on HMS Eagle 1954

Supermarine Seafire F. 15
Supermarine Seafire F.15 (SR572) of 1832 Squadron, piloted by Lt Cdr Js Bailey making his 2000th deck landing, HMS Illustrious 24 May 1950

De Havilland Sea Hornet F. 20
De Havilland Sea Hornet F.20 (VZ708) of 801 Squadron flying from HMS Implacable, March 1950

Blackburn Firebrand TF. IV
Blackburn Firebrand TF.IV aircraft of 813 Squadron in flight 24 November 1947

Hawker Sea Fury F. 10
Hawker Sea Fury F.10 (TF905) in flight 7 May 1947

HMS Courageous, 1932
HMS Courageous at Gibraltar, 1932

Westland Wyvern and Hawker Sea Hawk
Westland Wyvern S.4 (VZ796) and Hawker Sea Hawk FB.3 (WM906) of 703 Squadron Fa in flight over HMS Ark Royal 28 March 1955

Westland Wyvern S. 4
Westland Wyvern S.4 aircraft (VZ758, VZ757, VZ852, VZ753, VZ783 & VZ762) of 813 Squadron Fa, flying in formation from Ford 25 August 1953

Hawker Sea Fury FB. 10
Hawker Sea Fury FB.10 (TF947) of 803 Squadron RCN flying over HMCS Magnificent, 6 May 1948

Grumman Avenger I aircraft of 846 Squadron Fa

Hawker Osprey IV of 800 Sqn Fa
Hawker Osprey IV of 800 Squadron in flight over HMS Boadicea, 1939

Hawker Osprey I of 803 Sqn Fa
Hawker Osprey I (K2780 287) of 803 Squadron on HMS Eagle, April 1933

Fairey IIIF aircraft of 824 Sqn Fa
Fairey IIIF Mk.III aircraft of 824 Squadron over HMS Eagle, April 1933

Miles Martinet TT. 1
Miles Martinet TT.1 (RG988 R8K) of 776 Squadron Fa in flight from Ronaldsway, 25 August 1945

Fairey Gannet AS. 4
Fairey Gannet AS.4 (XA425) in flight near Heathrow Airport, 15 August 1956

Fairey Gannet T. 2
Fairey Gannet T.2 (WN365) in flight, 29 September 1955

Fairey Gannet AS. 1 and T. 2
Fairey Gannet AS.1 and T.2 aircraft of 824 Squadron in flight, 26 April 1955

Fairey Firefly U. 8
Fairey Firefly U.8 (WM882) in flight 1954

Boulton Paul Sea Balliol T. 21
Boulton Paul Sea Balliol T.21 (WL715) in flight 1953

Blackburn Firebrand TF. 5
Blackburn Firebrand TF.5 aircraft of 813 Squadron on the flight deck of HMS Implacable, February 1950

Hawker Sea Fury FB. 11
Hawker Sea Fury FB.11 (VW240) of 703 Squadron taking off from HMAS Sydney 8 February 1949

Hawker Sea Fury T. 20
Hawker Sea Fury T.20 (VX818) in flight 21 January 1949

De Havilland Sea Vampire F. 20
De Havilland Sea Vampire F.20 (VV149) in fligh 19 October 1948

Fairey Firefly FR. I
Fairey Firefly FR.I (DK418) of 790 Squadron in flight 16 Septrmber 1944

Hawker Sea Hurricane IB (Z4039) of 762 Squadron in flight 1943

Fairey Albacore aircraft of 831 Squadron on the deck of HMS Indomitable, 1943

Supermarine Seafire IIC (MB193) of 880 Squadron on the lift of HMS Indomitable, 1943

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The Fleet Air Arm has a rich history, with iconic ships like HMS Bulwark and HMS Eagle serving as the backbone of its operations. In February 1950, HMS Implacable joined the fleet, further strengthening its capabilities. One of the notable aircraft deployed on HMS Bulwark were the Westland Whirlwinds, which showcased their agility and versatility in various missions. These helicopters played a crucial role in enhancing the fleet's reconnaissance and anti-submarine warfare capabilities. HMS Indomitable holds a special place in Fleet Air Arm's legacy, having served during World War II in 1943. It witnessed intense battles and launched numerous sorties against enemy targets. The Fairey Swordfish I planes operated from this ship proved to be instrumental in several successful naval operations. Another remarkable aircraft associated with the Armstrong Whitworth Argosy C. 1, known for its cargo transportation capabilities. This versatile plane facilitated logistics support for various naval operations. The historic voyage of HMS Glorious in 1936 also deserves mention when discussing Fleet Air Arm's achievements. During this expedition, it became evident that aircraft carriers could significantly enhance maritime power projection. The Fairey Barracuda II was another key asset employed by Fleet Air Arm during World War II. This torpedo bomber played an essential role in anti-shipping strikes and contributed to significant victories at sea. In later years, De Havilland Sea Vixen FAW. 1 emerged as one of the most advanced fighter jets used by Fleet Air Arm. Its speed and firepower made it a formidable force capable of engaging both air and surface targets effectively.