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The world's first independent Air Force. Air and Space Power to Protect our Nation.
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    Royal Air Force
    @RoyalAirForce
    Jul 9
    🚁 The first @AirbusHeli H145 Jupiter HC Mk2 has taken to the skies from RAF Akrotiri. The aircraft provides a 24/7 response capability in Cyprus and will support missions including search & rescue and aerial firefighting. @bfcyprus
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    Royal Air Force
    @RoyalAirForce
    Jul 9
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    New helicopters restore year-round response capability in Cyprus
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    Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
    @DefenceHQ
    Jul 3
    We've signed a £4.6 billion contract alongside Italy and Japan for the Global Combat Air Programme, @GCAP_int. GCAP and @EdgewingLtd will equip our @RoyalAirForce with a cutting-edge stealth fighter jet, featuring: 🤖 AI-enabled systems 🥷 Advanced stealth 🧠 Intelligent cockpit
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    GCAP
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    Jul 3
    #GCAP has taken another huge step forward today with a new £4.6 billion contract to support the delivery of a next-gen stealth fighter. Find out more about what this latest milestone means for our partner nations edgewing.com/article/gcap-c… 🇮🇹🇯🇵🇬🇧 @edgewing
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    Royal Air Force
    @RoyalAirForce
    Jun 30
    The Defence Investment Plan marks a significant milestone for UK Defence and the RAF. Through investment in our people, technology and capabilities, the DIP will accelerate modernisation, strengthen our contribution to NATO, and prepare us for the challenges of tomorrow.
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    Royal Air Force
    @RoyalAirForce
    Jun 30
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    Defence Investment Plan Sets Course for Next-Generation RAF Capability
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    Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
    @DefenceHQ
    Jun 30
    The Defence Investment Plan has been published – our plan to equip our armed forces and defend our future. Here’s the key things you need to know in the 🧵👇
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    National Armaments Director Group
    @UKArmaments
    Jun 22
    Two new @Airbus H145 helicopters have arrived at @bfcyprus, going from contract to capability in two years under a £148m @DefenceHQ programme 🚁 Firefighting and transportation are just some of the ways the new capability will support the @RoyalAirForce. des.mod.uk/new-jupiter-hc…
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    Royal Air Force
    @RoyalAirForce
    May 28
    Lightning strikes. ⚡ Two RAF Lightning F-35B jets landed at RAF Marham last week, marking the conclusion of the aircraft’s Initial Procurement Phase. #F35 #ReadyToFlyAndFight
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    A rearview shot of an RAF Lightning on the runway at RAF Marham.
    A photo of the tails of the two recently arrived Lightnings, 043 and 045.
    An RAF Lightning taxiing along the runway at RAF Marham.
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    Royal Air Force
    @RoyalAirForce
    May 28
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    Lightning Strikes at RAF Marham
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    Royal International Air Tattoo
    @airtattoo
    May 22
    We’re very sorry to let you know RIAT will not be taking place this year. Ticketholders will be contacted by the end of May via email about their RIAT26 tickets. In the meantime, you can find further information and updates on our website and FAQs page. We appreciate your loyal
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    Royal Air Force
    @RoyalAirForce
    May 21
    Wedgetail has officially arrived at @RAFLossiemouth. ✈️ Achieving the next stage of our new capability requires a period of dedicated ground based testing followed by live flying. Read more here: raf.mod.uk/news/articles/… @BoeingUK
    E-7 Wedgetail landing at RAF Lossiemouth.
    Side view of E-7 Wedgetail on the runway at RAF Lossiemouth.
    E-7 Wedgetail mid-flight above RAF Lossiemouth.
    Side view of E-7 Wedgetail on the runway at RAF Lossiemouth.
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    Royal Air Force
    @RoyalAirForce
    May 21
    A statement from the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Harv Smyth, on recent Russian air activity. Read more here: raf.mod.uk/news/articles/… @DefenceHQ @NATO
    A statement from the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Harv Smyth. It reads “This incident highlights the challenging operating environment in which our crews routinely operate, and the reckless and unprofessional airmanship of the Russian Air Force."
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    A Russian Su-27, seen here alongside an RAF Rivet Joint aircraft over the Black Sea.
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    Red Arrows
    @rafredarrows
    May 17
    🔴⚪️🔵 A series of spectacular displays are to be carried out by the Red Arrows in the United States this summer to mark 250 years of American independence. The tour is part of a packed 2026 programme, with dozens of events in the UK and mainland Europe: raf.mod.uk/display-teams/…
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    Royal Air Force
    @RoyalAirForce
    May 15
    RAF Typhoon and F-35B aircraft have conducted long-range Defensive Counter Air patrols in support of HMS Dragon in the Red Sea. These missions were enabled by Voyager air-to-air refuelling aircraft operating from RAF Akrotiri. #DefendAndDeter #Typhoon #F35
    An RAF Typhoon in flight, undergoing air-to-air refuelling with blue skies in the background.
    RAF F-35B Lightning taking off from RAF Akrotiri.
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    Birds eye view image of HMS Dragon as the ship conducts high speed manoeuvres.
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    Royal Air Force
    @RoyalAirForce
    May 15
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    Sustained at Range: RAF Fighters Deliver Defensive Cover Over the Red Sea
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    Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧
    @DefenceHQ
    May 10
    UK specialist paratroopers and military clinicians have carried out a daring parachute operation to deliver critical medical support to Tristan da Cunha – Britain’s most remote inhabited Overseas Territory – after a suspected case of Hantavirus was identified on the island.
    RAF A400 drops 6 x 16 air assault paras and medical supplies into British Overseas Territory from Ascension Island.
    RAF A400 drops 6 x 16 air assault paras and medical supplies into British Overseas Territory from Ascension Island.
    RAF A400 drops 6 x 16 air assault paras and medical supplies into British Overseas Territory from Ascension Island.
    RAF A400 drops 6 x 16 air assault paras and medical supplies into British Overseas Territory from Ascension Island.
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    Royal Air Force
    @RoyalAirForce
    Apr 9
    Watch now as Defence Secretary John Healey MP gives an important operational update. x.com/i/broadcasts/1…
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