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 Prince Albert Jacob, credit: BBC News, West Midlands.

Black History Month: Celebrating Prince Albert "Jake" Jacob

To mark Black History Month, we're sharing the story of Prince Albert "Jake" Jacob, one of the last surviving Caribbean RAF veterans of the Second World War and a proud…

5 October 2026
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Ulric Cross in uniform in black and white

Black History Month: The remarkable legacy of Squadron Leader Ulric Cross

To mark Black History Month 2024, we are honouring the life and legacy of Squadron Leader Ulric Cross, DFC, DSO. His exceptional bravery and skill in the RAF during the…

2 October 2026
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Lewis in camo walking

RAF Medic completes endurance challenge for Fund

On 26 September, RAF Leeming serviceman successfully completed the PARAS’10 endurance challenge raising money for the RAF Benevolent Fund.

30 September 2026
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Kai holding onto parachute mid-air

Fundraiser skydives to support the Fund

On 20 September, fundraiser Kai Nikos completed a skydive to raise money for the RAF Benevolent Fund.

25 September 2026
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Lossie Station entrance sign

The MacRobert Trust awards £106k to Fund to support RAF Lossiemouth

A recent, generous £106,000 grant from The MacRobert Trust has allowed the RAF Benevolent Fund to cover the costs of a new RAF Lossiemouth Heritage Centre in Scotland.

James and Claire holding Fund teddy bears at the Ayr Show

“Meeting other people and finding out we're not alone has made a big difference"

After a difficult year of recovery and health challenges, James and his partner Claire found friendship, support and a renewed sense of confidence through the RAF…

21 September 2026
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