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The unsurpassed gallantry of 302 and 303 Squadron
The film Hurricane, which tells the tale of the bravery of the Polish Fighter Squadrons, was released in the UK in September 2018. Back then, inspired by the movie, we took a look at how the gallantry of these young men proved invaluable during the Second World War.
The end of war and the start of a lifetime of love: VJ Day for one RAF veteran
Delays in repairs left RAF veteran Arthur Northfield strip washing over a sink before the Fund stepped in to provide a grant to replace his boiler.
The Polish ace pilot who took the fight to Germany
By the end of the Battle of Britain the Poles had developed a fearsome reputation in combat, with 303 Squadron claiming the highest number of victories despite only joining the battle halfway through. We must never forget the incredible sacrifice those men made to protect our skies, men like 303 Squadron Commander Jan Zumbach.
Take the mic! Former Red Arrows Red 10 launches Blades’ Commentary Competition
The RAF Benevolent Fund has collaborated with the Blades Aerobatic Team to launch an exciting online competition. Fronted by Blade 3 Mike Ling, former Red Arrows Red 10, the team are searching for the next display commentator extraordinaire.
The squadrons that took part in the Battle of Britain
The Battle of Britain is remembered as an extremely important air campaign fought over southern England in the summer and autumn of 1940. It was initiated by Adolf Hitler as part of his plans to gain air supremacy and invade Great Britain.
The important role the ground crew played in the Battle of Britain
The Late Battle of Britain veteran Stan Hartill worked as a member of the ground crew on the early Mark II Spitfires.
'Operation Leg' – a pilot unlike any other
Douglas Bader was a Battle of Britain pilot unlike any other. Medically discharged against his will in 1932, the outbreak of the war was an opportunity for Bader to re-join the RAF and take back to the skies.
RAF High Wycombe play parks reopen following £120K refurbishment
The RAF station recently reopened three play parks following a refurbishment project funded by the RAF Benevolent Fund, the RAF's leading welfare charity.
The vital role women played in the Battle of Britain
Codebreakers, codemakers, balloon barrage operators – the roles for women during the Second World War were as varied as they were vital.
Changes to the free TV licence scheme
In this advice blog, Welfare Benefits Advisor Jen Kelly outlines how upcoming changes to the free TV licence scheme could affect RAF veterans.
