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Quick response was key to helping Iraqi refugees

When the RAF is called upon to help deliver humanitarian aid, a swift response is essential.

28 April 2015

RAF carried out vital food drops to tackle famine in Ethiopia

Former Hercules navigator Paul Hewson looks back on the humanitarian aid mission, Operation BUSHEL, which became one of the biggest air-drops of its kind when more than…

"It was like dropping a shopping basket" – memories of Op Manna 70 years on

For troops involved in Operation Manna, one of the RAF's first humanitarian aid missions, the knowledge they were helping to save lives rather than destroy them was key.

Guinea Pigs gather to celebrate friendship and innovation

Enduring friendship and camaraderie borne out of shared experiences has bound a unique group of military veterans for more than 70 years.

New Advice and Advocacy Service launched

On 1 April 2015 a new important piece of legislation will come into force. At the RAF Benevolent Fund, we have launched a new Advice and Advocacy Service to provide…

4 March 2015

XV(R) Squadron makes fundraising pledge to mark centenary

The sky's the limit for airmen serving on one of the RAF's oldest squadrons as they prepare to mark their centenary year.