Air Cdre Paul 'Hammy' Hamilton

Land’s End to John o’ Groats - complete 🎉 True to the saying that no plan survives first contact, the team had to quickly adapt to some logistical challenges earlier on-review, reset and press on. #RoyalAirForce #FindYourForce #RAF #LEJOG @RAFAssociation #RAFMusic 🎺✈️🥁

A truly fantastic evening. My thanks to the Royal Navy Boxing Association for hosting, the Army Boxing Team for the outstanding competition, and the UK Armed Forces Boxing Association for their continued support. 🥊🥊🥊 2/2

As Chairman, I couldn’t be more proud of RAF Boxing - UK Armed Forces Champions for the first time in 54 years. A superb team achievement and a brilliant evening with tough competition. 🥊🥊🥊 1/2

Update on UK operations in the Middle East, 27 March 2026.

Ast the RAF police dog 🐶 Corporal Dylan Robbins introduced us to Ast, one of the military working dogs that form part of the Operational Capability Unit within the RAF. He told us how the dogs are trained, their uses within the unit, and where their strengths lie - all while Ast remained obediently sat like a good boy.

"Think of us as care in the air"✈️ Flight Lieutenant Tom Knight explained to us what the RAF Aeromed Squadron's role is on the C-17 at last week's RAF Air Space Combat Power Event at RAF Brize Norton. From treating cuts and wounds through to critical injuries, the Aeromed team of medically-trained personnel are a critical part of the RAF.

Meet StormShroud, the RAF's latest electronic warfare drone 👀 Sqn Ldr Stuart Quinn walked us around the new autonomous aircraft which is the first of a new family of Autonomous Collaborative Platforms. It's launched from the ground and will support RAF F-35B Lightning and Typhoon pilots by blinding enemy radars using high-tech signal jammers to increase operational effectiveness of crewed aircraft.

Update on UK operations in the Middle East, 26 March 2026.

2/2 It was a fantastic evening at the Tower of London, graciously hosted by the Chief Yeoman Warder. Particularly proud to note that the four Yeoman Warders on duty were all former RAF senior enlisted personnel—an outstanding reflection of continued service and commitment.

Honoured to have attended the Ceremony of the Keys last evening, witnessing the King’s Colour Squadron mount the Guard with such precision and professionalism. I was immensely proud to see such a fine display of tradition, discipline, and excellence. 1/2

From day one, our focus has been defending our people, interests and allies in the Middle East. Defence Secretary @JohnHealey_MP explains what that looks like ⬇️

Quiet professionalism. Global reach. @RoyalAirForce A400M Atlas is loaded, as logistics specialists & movers under aircrew supervision prepare the aircraft for onward tasking Sustaining operations, supporting wider security across the Middle East, & helping safeguard our people

RAF Regiment personnel are sharpening Arctic warfare skills in Norway ahead of Exercise Cold Response 2026. Operating deep inside the Arctic Circle, they’re building the survival, mobility and protection skills needed to keep @NATO air operations secure in extreme conditions.

From challenging air combat training on Exercise Red Flag, to a proud achievement for the Typhoon, and the tri-service Exercise Orion, here’s February’s 60-second update from the Royal Air Force. 🎥 @usairforce @AusAirForce @eurofighter

Consistent exercise strengthens not only our bodies, but our mental toughness, focus, and ability to lead under pressure. Physical readiness fuels mental readiness. 🏋‍♂️💪🏋‍♀️👟

Last night personnel from across Air Command attended the Strength for Life Seminar at Beyond Walls Crossfit, ran by Instructor Barry Fleming. Its powerful reminder that fitness isn’t just about performance, it’s about resilience. 1/2 💪

Consistent exercise strengthens not only our bodies, but our mental toughness, focus, and ability to lead under pressure. Physical readiness fuels mental readiness. 3/3

Its powerful reminder that fitness isn’t just about performance, it’s about resilience. 2/3

Memorial Services were held at RAF Cranwell and Royal Air Force Northolt to honour the 19 Musicians, RAF Policeman and their driver, who tragically lost their lives in a road accident in Langenbruck, Germany, on 11 Feb 1985.

41 years ago, 19 RAF Musicians, a member of the Royal Air Force Police and their coach driver tragically lost their lives when their vehicle was involved in a road accident in Langenbruck, Germany. facebook.com/share/v/17yYx9…