Royal Air Force 2022 | All active aircraft of the United Kingdom Royal Air Force 2022 | Global Defense

For over 100 years the Royal Air Force has defended British skies. 80 years ago, we experienced our greatest test in the Battle of Britain. The primary role for the RAF to this day continues to be the protection of the skies of the UK, through the Quick Reaction Alert system. https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisation/our-history/anniversaries/battle-of-britain/ #DetectAndDefend | Royal Air Force

PLATINUM JUBILEE: Queen Elizabeth and the royal family gathered to watch Royal Air Force planes fly over Buckingham Palace as part of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations, marking her 70 year reign. Four-year-old Prince Louis was seen covering his ears as the planes flew in the formation of the number 70. | 10 Tampa Bay