The Royal Air Force Museum

📆 Join us on Tuesday, October 29 2024 at 12.00pm, for an engaging lecture by Pier Paolo Alfei at the RAF Museum, London, or virtually via Crowdcast. During it, he will delve into the thrilling story of Sweden’s 1928 Arctic air mission to rescue survivors of the airship Italia. Discover the historical significance, international cooperation, and challenges faced by the daring expedition. ⛑ Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore a remarkable chapter in aviation history! 👉 Spaces are limited so sign up now at:

📢 If you're based in the West Midlands area, join us at our Midlands site tomorrow night (17 October 2024) when the Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch of the Royal Aeronautical Society will be holding their latest free talk in our Lecture Theatre. All are welcome. Full details are given below. ⏲ Doors open: 6.15pm ⏲ Lecture starts: 7.00pm 📌 Location: National Cold War Exhibition Lecture Theatre 💸 Admission is free to Members of the Royal Aeronautical Society and Museum Members. Other visitors welcome with a donation – no booking required, just turn up. ✈ This month's speaker is Rod Dean who will be giving a detailed review of the development of monoplane piston fighters, by the team under the direction of Sidney Camm, from the Hurricane; through the Tempest to the ultimate Fury/Sea Fury. ✈ Focusing on technical progress rather than operational areas, each of the types will be reviewed in depth discussing design, construction, engines, weapons, and the significant increases in performance. Speaker Details Rod Dean, has been actively involved in aviation for over 50 years as both an RAF fast jet pilot and for over 30 years as a display pilot, mainly flying vintage piston and jet engine aircraft. He has flown a variety of World War Two fighter aircraft such as the Spitfire and the Mustang. He has had many articles published in respected aviation magazines such as Pilot, Aeroplane and Classic Aircraft. His first book, ‘Fifty Years of Flying Fun,’ has recently been published.

💻Welcome back to Norman Brice’s fascinating blog series, where we explore the incredible bravery of RAF heroes! 🛩️In his latest blog, we delve into the remarkable story of Lieutenant (Acting Captain) Andrew Frederick Weatherby Beauchamp-Proctor VC DSO MC and Bar DFC. 🎖️ During the intense air battles over France from August to October 1918, Beauchamp-Proctor achieved extraordinary feats, securing 54 aerial victories, becoming one of the most decorated pilots of the First World War. His courage, skill, and relentless determination earned him the prestigious Victoria Cross. 📜 Join us as we celebrate his legacy, honouring the heroism that defined the closing months of the First World War. 🌍 👉 Read Norman’s insightful blog now at: https://lnkd.in/esRdv9PQ

𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿. We are partnering with Speakers for Schools , the UK’s leading social mobility charity, in our shared mission to close the opportunity gap and level-up the workplace on socioeconomic diversity – opening doors to career opportunities that were previously closed by 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲-𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 for students from 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘀 across the country. Ready to take action on social mobility? Your organisation can get started here. https://lnkd.in/e62YRUr2 For more information on the RAF Museum’s work experience programme, start here. https://lnkd.in/egsxg5DP

🚀 The Royal Auxiliary Air Force 100 Challenge Starts Today! 🚀 It’s time to lace up and kick off your 100 km journey to celebrate 100 years of incredible service by our reserves! 👏🥰👏 🎉 Whether you walk, run, or cycle, every step you take supports the RAF Museum and helps us celebrate this remarkable milestone. ✈️💙 Let’s get moving and make a difference together! Don’t forget to share your progress and tag us along the way. 💪 https://lnkd.in/ecP7nrHP #RAFAuxAF100 #ChallengeBegins #100YearsOfService #SupportOurReserves #RAFMuseum

📢 We Want Your Views! – Call for Focus Group Participants 📢 The Royal Air Force Museum wants to hear your thoughts on our exhibitions. Join us to share your feedback and help us improve! You'll also get the exclusive opportunity to explore our exhibition ‘Strike Hard, Strike Sure: Bomber Command 1939–1945’ and share your insights with us. 🗓 When: Monday 14 October 🕙 Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM 📍 Where: RAF Museum Midlands, Lysander Avenue, Cosford, TF11 8UP ☕ Refreshments provided – your comfort is our priority! Want to be part of this exciting event? Book your place today and help shape the future of the RAF Museum exhibitions. Email: exhibitionteam@rafmuseum.org

The Berlin Airlift Remembered Project commemorates the 75th anniversary of the 1948-1949 Berlin Airlift, the first Cold War conflict, which ran from March 1948 to September 1949. Four museums from the UK, US, and Germany, including the RAF Museum, have collaborated to create a digital exhibition 🖥️, sharing weekly posts that focus on the personal stories behind the historic event. This project offers a vivid portrayal of the Airlift’s enduring relevance 🌍, teaching us lessons of unity and resilience in the face of adversity. ✈️ Today, we look at the last ever RAF Flight of the Berlin Airlift which took place 75 years ago today on 6 October 1949. 👉 To read this latest post, please go to: https://lnkd.in/eSqWrg5j

📣Norman Brice's final blog chapter on Operation Market Garden reflects on its legacy. Field Marshal Montgomery defended the operation, claiming it was 90% successful, but many historians disagree. Despite capturing several bridges, the failure to secure Arnhem Bridge meant the primary objective was missed. 😞 The RAF faced challenges due to bad weather and limited resources 🌧️, but their sacrifice was immense. With nearly 11,000 British and Polish soldiers involved, only 2,398 returned. The Dutch endured devastation and the harsh "Hunger Winter" ❄️. The tragedy of Arnhem is remembered today through annual commemorations and tributes at Oosterbeek War Cemetery 🌺. 👉Read more at: https://lnkd.in/eqfFSyEf

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨 Join the Royal Auxiliary Air Force 100 Challenge to celebrate 100 years of our incredible reserves! 🎉 We're challenging YOU to fundraise and complete 100 km in one month to celebrate their contribution over the past century. 🏃♂️💪 📅 Mark your calendars: on 9th October 2024, the Royal Auxiliary Air Force turns 100 and the challenge begins! Let's come together to celebrate their remarkable service alongside regulars in the Royal Air Force. Sign up today and support the RAF Museum! Your donations help us keep sharing the extraordinary stories of our regulars and reserves. ✈️💙 https://lnkd.in/eDupzKgU #RAuxAF100 #RAFMuseum #FundraisingChallenge

🇬🇧 Operation Market Garden Update 🇬🇧 The final resupply to Arnhem was attempted by seven Dakotas from 575 Squadron. Flak hit all aircraft, and no signals were seen from the ground.🛩️ The 1st Airborne Division was forced into a shrinking area near the Hartenstein Hotel and the north bank of the Rhine. Outgunned by German armour, with supplies running out, the situation grew desperate. XXX Corps made little progress from Nijmegen. An attempt to cross into Oosterbeek was met with fierce resistance, with only 300 men making it through at heavy cost. Poor visibility hampered 2TAF, limiting them to just 156 sorties. ✈️ Read it now at: 👉 https://lnkd.in/enRDTZkT #WW2History #Arnhem #AirborneForces #BattleOfArnhem #OperationMarketGarden