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A hundred years of service

From reconnaissance to fast jet operations – 31 Squadron marked its 100th anniversary this week.

12 October 2015
History and heritage

"I have never forgotten my comrades"

The late Hurricane pilot Sqn Ldr Tony Pickering never forgot those he flew alongside during the Battle of Britain.

18 September 2015
Battle of Britain news

"We could have lost the war"

The late Spitfire pilot Ken Wilkinson remembers how close Great Britain came to disaster during the Battle of Britain.

17 September 2015
Battle of Britain news

"We got some strange looks from the French cyclists!"

Day three of the Battle of Britain 75th anniversary bike ride saw Tim Coogan and his fellow cyclists arrive back in England.

11 September 2015
Fundraising

"I think this is part of my midlife crisis!"

Rider Wg Cdr Steve Berry is tired, with a "sore rear", but in good spirits after day one of the Battle of Britain 75th anniversary Brompton Bike Ride.

9 September 2015
Fundraising

Loneliness and depression amongst top troubles for RAF veterans

A significant number of RAF veterans both young and old are experiencing depression, loneliness, relationship troubles, and bereavement, a new RAF Benevolent Fund report…

8 September 2015
Press releases