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Mike Ling

"They prepared me for so much of what I have achieved"

Mike Ling recalls how his grandad's encouragement saw him join the RAF Air Cadets, setting him on a path to success and creating lifelong memories.

8 April 2021
Veterans Railcard

The Veterans Railcard - all you need to know

The Veterans Railcard has been designed to give former members of the UK Armed Forces and their families discounted rail travel, saving them 1/3 on many rail fares…

8 April 2021
James Henderson

James Henderson: My story

Seven years into a job he hoped would be for life, RAF veteran James Henderson was given the news injuries sustained during his service would mean he had to leave the…

25 June 2021
Joanna Martin

Life changed in an instant

Today Armed Forces Week recognises the services of Reservists who give up their free time to serve their country. For the RAF Benevolent Fund, the RAF Family we support…

23 June 2021
Father's Day

"Our father inspired four generations of service"

This Father's Day, we pay tribute to all RAF fathers, past and present, who have inspired a generation of sons and daughters with their selfless service.

20 June 2021
Rafbf roundel

"The telephone friendship groups really have changed my life"

For Margaret Peckham, life changed when her husband, best friend and soulmate, David, passed away in 2014.

17 January 2018