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Chinook 40 – championing the Fund for four decades

As the RAF marks the 40th anniversary of the Chinook, Regional Fundraiser Heather Kemp looks back at the many ways personnel attached to the mighty aircraft have…

8 July 2021
Chinook

Chinook 40 – celebrating four decades of dedication

The 40th anniversary of the Chinook is being celebrated this summer across the Royal Air Force. Over its years of service, the Chinook has made an immense contribution…

6 July 2021
Dambusters Ride

Lincolnshire hosts cycle challenge honouring last surviving Dambuster Johnny Johnson

A 100- and 56-mile cycle challenge celebrating the 100th birthday of Squadron Leader George 'Johnny' Johnson DFM is taking place in Lincolnshire today, Saturday 3 July.

3 July 2021
Armed Forces Day

Marking Armed Forces Day 2021

This Armed Forces Day, we thank all military personnel, especially those in the RAF, who have answered their country's call and put themselves in harm's way for our…

26 June 2021
James Henderson

James Henderson: My story

Seven years into a job he hoped would be for life, RAF veteran James Henderson was given the news injuries sustained during his service would mean he had to leave the…

25 June 2021
Joanna Martin

Life changed in an instant

Today Armed Forces Week recognises the services of Reservists who give up their free time to serve their country. For the RAF Benevolent Fund, the RAF Family we support…

23 June 2021