Royal Air Force Collection (page 5)

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

Handley Page Halifax Met. 6
Handley Page Halifax Met.6 (RG778 XB-B) of 224 Squadron flying over Gibraltar, February 1950

Engine fitters at work, RAF Bottesford 1942
Avro Lancaster I on ground, engine fitters of 207 Squadron at work on starboard engines, RAF Bottesford, 1942

Miles Martinet I and Avro Anson I of 7 Air Gunnery School, in flight from RAF Stormy Down, 21 August 1943

Blue Diamonds Hunters and a Spitfire
Hawker Hunters of 92 Squadron Blue Diamonds display team with Supermarine Spitfire Vb of the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, SBAC Show, Farnborough

Pilots of 5 and 17 Squadron who flew Spitfires painted to represent Me109s at RAF Display, Farnborough
Pilots of 5 and 17 Squadron, left to right, Flt Lt D. White, Fg Off F. Bernard, Flt Lt D. Yeardley, Sqdn Ldr R. Noble and Polish pilot PII R.B

HSL Type 3 2554
68 High Speed Launch type 3 " Hants and Dorset", with Short Sunderland aircraft in the background, 1944

Hawker Tempest V in flight, 25 November 1944

Gloster Gladiator I aircraft of 87 Squadron, tied together in formation, flying from RAF Debden, 1938

Lorimer, Feeny and Dewdney of 87 Squadron
Pilot Officer R L Lorimer, Flying Officer G H J Feeny and Sergeant Thomas Dewdney of 87 Squadron, standing in front of a Gloster Gladiator at RAF Debden, 1938

Gloster Gladiator of 87 Squadron
Gloster Gladiator I of 87 Squadron flying from RAF Debden, 1938

Pilots of 1 Squadron RAF
Pilots of 1 Squadron, including Wing Commander C W Hill, Flight Lieutenant E M Donaldson, Flying Officer H E C Boxer and Pilot Officer P P Hanks, RAF Tangmere, 1937

Avro Tutor aircraft of the Central Flying School rehearsing for the RAF Display, Hendon, 1937

De Havilland Tiger Moth aircraft of the Central Flying School flying inverted, rehearsing for the RAF Display, Wittering 13 June 1932

Three Gladiators
Three Gloster Gladiator aircraft perfoming aerobatics while tied together. This may be a composite photograph but is unusual because it is signed

de Havilland Vampire NF. 10
de Havilland Vampire NF.10 prototype (G-5-2) in flight, September 1950

Westland Whirlwind I (P7048) in flight, 20 April 1944

Wellington Ic aircraft of 149 Squadron
Vickers Wellington Ic aircraft (P9245 OJ-W, R3206 OJ-M and P9272 OJ-N) of 149 Squadron RAF in flight, 1940

RNAS Anglesey
The airship station and aerodrome on Anglesey, with Sea Scout Zero airships in the distance

The observer of an Airco DH. 4 is handed a magazine of photographic plates
An Air Mechanic handing photographic plates to the observer in the rear cockpit of an Airco DH.4. The Lewis machine gun and mounting are also visible

Sopwith Triplane; one of the few used by the Royal Air Force and now preserved at the Royal Air Force Museum, London

Sopwith Camel of 44 Squadron, RAF Hainault Farm

RE. 8 of 59 Squadron RAF
Royal Aircraft Factory R.E.8 of 59 Squadron on a reconnaissance flight over the Western Front

Peace at last
Non-Commissioned Officers in Royal Flying Corps uniform relaxing outside their hut, 1918; a rare colour photograph

Lieutenant-General Jan Christian Smuts, author of the Smuts Report which led to the formation of the Royal Air Force

RE. 8 "Harry Tate"
Royal Aircraft Factory RE.8 of 34 Squadron RAF in Italy

Major-General Hugh Trenchard
Studio portrait of Major-General (later Marshal of the Royal Air Force the Viscount) Trenchard, Chief of the Air Staff

WAAF tractor driver
A WAAF tractor driver with a train of full bomb trolleys, RAF Mildenhall 1942

Hamilcar Gliders
Hamilcar gliders and Halifax V glider tugs of 644 Squadron, RAF Tarrant Rushton 12 October 1944

68 High Speed Launch Type 3 (Hants and Dorset)

AEC tanker refuelling a Short Stirling
An AEC 854 is used to refuel a Short Stirling I of 1651 Heavy Conversion Unit, RAF Waterbeach 29 April 1942

North American Mitchell II " Nulli Secundus" of 180 Squadron showing its nose art, RAF Foulsham 28 July 1943

Hawker Typhoon
Armourers reloading the Hispano cannons of a Hawker Typhoon IB of 257 Squadron, RAF Warmwell 13 May 1943

Hawker Typhoon IB of 56 Squadron, RAF Matlask 21 April 1943

Barrage balloon, RAF Stanmore 1939
Earl of Athlone inspecting 907 (Balloon) Squadron, Stanmore, 1939

Handley Page Halifax III, 28 January 1944

Vickers Wellington III of 419 Squadron RCAF

Bristol Beaufort I of 217 Squadron RAF

Blackburn Shark II seaplane flying over HMS Nelson, Weymouth, 1938

Blackburn Shark I of 820 Squadron Fa over HMS Rodney and HMS Nelson, 1937

Hawker Osprey III of 447 Flight Fa in Alexandria Harbour, 1936

Fairey Seal of 821 Squadron Fa, Gibraltar, 1935

Handley Page (Reading) HPR1 Marathon prototype, SBAC Farnborough September 1952

Percival Provost prototype, Luton 21 May 1952

Avro Anson T. 20
Avro Anson T.20, Woodford 9 February 1948

Gloster Gladiator I aircraft of 87 Squadron RAF tied together in formation, Debden, 1938

Vickers Vincent aircraft of 207 Squadron RAF, Palestine 1936

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"150 Years of Excellence: The Royal Air Force Soaring to New Heights" From the courageous soldiers of 3 Para parachuting from a Hercules Aircraft, to the iconic Supermarine Spitfire V dominating the skies in World War II, and the mighty Avro Lancaster B. I PP967 striking fear into enemy hearts - the Royal Air Force has always been at the forefront of aerial warfare. Remembering the brave Polish pilots of 303 Squadron who fought alongside their British counterparts in 1940, showcasing true camaraderie and determination. Their legacy lives on as an inspiration for generations to come. The sleek silhouette of the Supermarine Spitfire XIV symbolizes both elegance and power, reminding us of RAF's commitment to innovation and technological advancements throughout history. Witnessing a Harrier GR. 1 gracefully landing at St. Pancras is a testament to RAF's versatility and adaptability. These vertical take-off aircrafts have revolutionized air combat tactics. The thunderous roar of English Electric Lightning F. 1 sends shivers down our spines; its speed unmatched, representing RAF's dedication towards maintaining air superiority. Avro Shackleton MR. 2 stands tall as a guardian in maritime patrol missions, ensuring safety over vast oceans with unwavering vigilance. With Avro Anson T. 20 serving as a training aircraft for countless aspiring aviators, it embodies RAF's commitment towards nurturing future generations' skills and expertise. In 1972, The Red Arrows painted vibrant trails across Niagara Falls' sky - an awe-inspiring display that showcases precision teamwork within this renowned aerobatic team. Blackburn Beverley aircrafts soaring through challenging terrains exemplify RAF's ability to deliver supplies even in remote locations during critical operations by 47 Squadron. Canberra bombers from both 61 and 109 Squadrons demonstrate strategic prowess with their long-range capabilities - safeguarding national interests while projecting strength worldwide.