Royal Fleet Auxiliary Collection

RFA Diligence During a Counter Piracy Boarding Exercise
RFA Diligence is the target in a boarding training exercise conducted by teams from HMS Somerset and RFA Fort Victoria. Each ship took turns to close in on the target vessel

The RFA Sir Tristram enters the River Tyne after an 8, 000 mile rescue operation following the Falklands Conflict. On board were a handful of ship repair yard workers

Royal Navy Replenishment at Sea
Three Royal Navy ships take part in a Replenishment at Sea or RAS. From left RFA Fort Austin, RFA Fort Victoria and HMS Illustrious are pictured transferring stores and fuel

RFA Fort George
Royal Fleet Auxiliary support vessel RFA Fort George is pictured at sea, following a refuelling operation with a Royal Navy warship

HMS Cornwall Alongside RFA Diligence
Royal Navy Type 22 frigate HMS Cornwall is pictured alongside RFA Diligence in the Middle East. HMS Diligence was built in Oresundsvarvet AB, Landskrona

Royal Fleet Auxiliarys New Tanker Arrives in Uk for Customisation Work Sustainin
Pictured is RFA Tidespring at sea. The first of the newest support ships for the Royal Navy, RFA Tidespring, a 39, 000-tonne tanker, which can carry up to 19, 000 cubic metres of fuel and 1

RFA Tidespring during bad weather off the UK coast
Image taken from the bridge of RFA (Royal Fleet Auxiliary) Tidespring, during bad weather, 15 Nautical miles South of Plymouth in February 2018

RFA Argus of the shore of Sierra Leone
Image shows RFA Argus off the cost of Sierra Leone. Helicopter support ship RFA Argus is supporting the fight Ebola on OP Gritrock

RFA Argus in the distance, off the cost of Sierra Leone
Image shows RFA Argus in the distance, off the cost of Sierra Leone.A Landing craft is in the foreground along with a Raiding Craft

RFA Argus Arriving in Sierra Leone to Help Combat Ebola
Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) Argus arriving in Sierra Leone during Operation Gritrock, the UKs response to fighting Ebola in the region

Picture is RFA GOLD ROVER with HMS LANCASTER in the background, together on Atlantic Patrol Task (South) duties. RFA GOLD ROVER first joined HMS LANCASTER in the Falklands Islands back in June 2015

Picture are, on the left RFA GOLD ROVER, and on her right HMS LANCASTER sailing together on Atlantic Patrol Task (South) duties

Merlin Helicopter with 820 Naval Air Squadron
A Merlin helicopter with 820 Naval Air Squadron operating from the flight deck of RFA Argus in 2011

RFA Fort Victoria on operations in the Middle East. Fort Victoria and Fort George combine the functions of fleet oilers and stores ships

RFA Wave Knight at sea. RFA Wave Knight (A389) is a Wave Knight-class fast fleet tanker of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary. She was launched in 2000 and accepted into service in 2003

HMS Albion, RFA Fort Rosalie and HMS Ocean Conduct a Replenishment at Sea During
12th May 2011, a Replinshment at Sea (RAS) took place for HMS Ocean (right) and HMS Albion (left) with RFA Fort Rosalie (centre), in preparation for Cougar 11 exercise Cypriot Lion

RFA Gold Rover
Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessel RFA Gold Rover with a Seaking helicopter from 845 Naval Air Squadron on her flight deck. RFA Gold Rover is one of two remaining small fleet-support tankers in the RFA

RFA Black Rover
Small fleet tanker RFA Black Rover is pictured in the South Western Approaches of the English Channel. On 15th November 2011

HMS Ark Royal RAS with RFA Wave Knight
Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Ark Royal conducts a Replenishment at Sea (RAS) with the supply vessel RFA Wave Knight in the North Sea

The RFA Sir Tristram in the dry dock at Tyne Shiprepair, Wallsend, for annual refit work. 6th October 1986

RFA Argus photographed off the coast at Devonport

RFA Argus
Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessel RFA Argus at sea

A formation of ships at sea
U.S. 5th Fleet Area of Responsibility, September 5, 2009 - The Royal Navy fleet auxiliary ship Lyme Bay (L 3007) leads a formation of ships including the mine countermeasure ships USS Gladiator

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"The Royal Fleet Auxiliary: A Lifeline at Sea" The RFA Sir Tristram enters the River Tyne after an 8, 000 mile rescue operation following a devastating natural disaster. The Royal Navy Replenishment at Sea ensures that our naval forces are always ready for action. RFA Fort George stands tall, providing essential supplies and support to our brave sailors on the frontlines. Meanwhile, RFA Diligence showcases its expertise during a counter-piracy boarding exercise, safeguarding international waters from maritime threats. Amidst it all, RFA Gold Rover sails gracefully through treacherous seas, delivering vital aid and assistance to those in need. In March 2016, RFA Mounts Bay embarks on critical operations, showcasing their unwavering commitment to serving our nation. Witness the strength of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary as RFA Mounts Bay emerges as a beacon of hope in times of crisis. And now, behold the arrival of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary's new tanker in UK waters for customization work – sustaining our naval capabilities for years to come. From Bioche in Dominica to battling bad weather off the UK coast aboard RFA Lyme Bay – these vessels prove their resilience time and again. As we gaze upon RFA Argus stationed off Sierra Leone's shores or spot her silhouette in the distance - we see unity and determination personified. The Royal Fleet Auxiliary is more than just ships; it represents dedication and selflessness. These captions capture mere glimpses into their extraordinary efforts across vast oceans – ensuring safety and security wherever they sail.