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RAF named as a ‘top 50’ employer for women

Air May 2, 2019

The RAF has been listed in the Times Top 50 as a leading employer for women after an improved commitment to diversity. The 2019 listing confirmed the RAF as a leading employer for women in an unranked list recognising workplaces for their commitment for providing a supportive environment. The listing was published ...

RAF Northolt runway closes for resurfacing

Air April 17, 2019

The runway at RAF Northolt is set to be closed for six months so that planned resurfacing work can take place. The upgrading and resurfacing work will extend the life of the runway and help operations at the base run more efficiently. The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) awarded a £23million contract ...

RAF aircraft sends UK relief to Mozambique

Air March 29, 2019

An RAF aircraft has delivered 20 tonnes of UK relief supplies to cyclone-hit Mozambique. An RAF aircraft has delivered UK relief to the worst-hit areas of Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Malawi from the Department for International Development (DFID). The A400M Atlas Aircraft is thought to have included items such as water purifiers, solar lanterns, and ...

Demolition begins at RAF Lakenheath

Homeland March 21, 2019

Buildings are being demolished at RAF Lakenheath to build a new flight simulator facility and air hangar. RAF Lakenheath will be the site of a new flight simulator facility and hangar along with other new additions after the demolition of 18 buildings. Special equipment has been brought in to demolish the ...