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This New Year's Day marked the 70th anniversary of the enactment of the National Service Act, which led to more than two million young men being conscripted into the British Armed Forces.
Wing Commander Simon Ling tells us about the work of the RAF following his recent deployment to Afghanistan.
To mark the 79th anniversary of the Battle of Britain and Battle of Britain Day, 97-year-old Second World War veteran George Dunn took to the skies above England once more, to fly in a Spitfire.
The island of Malta stood firm resisting attacks from the air and sea during the Second World War.
Fighter pilots from the Royal Air Force played a critical role in the defence of Malta during its siege 75 years ago. One of the most renowned pilots was Canadian George Beurling, known to many as 'Screwball'.
Malta is also known as the George Cross Island, holding the distinction of being the only entire population to receive the bravery award. This year marks 75 years since the end of the Siege of Malta which led to the honour.
Squadron Leader Melvin Young acquired the nickname 'Dinghy' after ditching in the sea twice and surviving both times in an inflatable dinghy.
The RAF Benevolent Fund has been presented with a cheque for £10,000 from RAF Valley fundraisers.
With those simple words, telegraphed to his wife Muriel, Flight Lieutenant Eric "James" Brindley Nicolson downplayed the magnitude of his award. He was singled out as the only Battle of Britain pilot and only member of Fighter Command to receive the Victoria Cross.
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of what the RAF Benevolent Fund does – we exist to support any member of the RAF Family whenever they need us.