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Seven years strong: The Blades renew partnership with RAF Benevolent Fund

The Blades Aerobatic Team is thrilled to announce its seventh year in partnership with the RAF Benevolent Fund, the RAF's leading welfare charity.

29 January 2021

Blades commentary competition winners announced

Earlier this year, the RAF Benevolent Fund joined forces with the Blades Aerobatic Team to launch a commentary competition to find a future voice of the air shows.

17 November 2020

The Falcons swap freefalling for free running in support of the Fund

With the Covid-19 pandemic cancelling plans across the nations, one thing that hasn't wavered is the support from the RAF Falcons.

Poignant flypast to honour Battle of Britain 80: The Blades take to the skies in aid of the Fund

Last week, the Blades marked this year's Battle of Britain Day by flying over former RAF sector stations that played an essential role in defending our skies during the…

Former Red Arrows pilot Kirsty Murphy on mental health

As the first female RAF Red Arrows pilot, Kirsty Murphy enjoyed applause and respect whenever she displayed. Behind the scenes however, Kirsty was struggling. She found…

Aerobatic team The Blades donate £34,000 to the RAF Benevolent Fund

The Blades, who perform dazzling displays around the UK and represent GB internationally by campaigning for the Red Bull Air Race World Championship, has donated more…