RAF BBMF

The official Twitter account for the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, who are based at @RAFConingsby which is also the home of the @RAFTyphoonTeam.

[RAF Benevolent Fund @RAFBF]

[1/2] On Sunday 28 June 2026, we honoured the 55,573 brave airmen of Bomber Command who lost their lives during the Second World War. As guardians of the Bomber Command Memorial, we are proud to host the service to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

It was a privilege for BBMF and RAF Coningsby to host Their Royal Highnesses The Princess of Wales and Prince George as we marked Armed Forces Day. A day to honour those who have given so much in service to our nation, both past and present.

[The Prince and Princess of Wales @KensingtonRoyal]

Honouring Service and Sacrifice

Marking Armed Forces Day by reflecting on time spent with the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight at RAF Coningsby. Learning about the extraordinary history of these aircraft and meeting the pilots and engineers who keep their legacy alive. A powerful reminder of the courage, skill and dedication of those who serve, past and present. Thank you to all those who have served and continue to serve.

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

It’s Armed Forces Day, and we’re spending the weekend at the Aldershot National Event alongside teams from the @RoyalAirForce, @RoyalNavy and @BritishArmy.

Come and visit our stand to find out all about the BBMF ✈️

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

Congratulations to Squadron Leader Al Luckins, who has today become our newest Spitfire Pilot, flying Spitfire AB910 for the very first time ✈️

#pilot #training #aviation #spitfire

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

Spitfire P7350 took to the skies again yesterday for a successful PMAT (Post Maintenance Air Test), and first practice display! The 2026 display season is well and truly here ☀️✈️

#spitfire #P7350 #displayseason2026

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

Today marks the 80th anniversary of the de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunk!

We are flying WK518 and WG486 to Halfpenny Green Aerodrome today, to join the meet of over 70 Chipmunks marking this special milestone ☀️✈️

#chipmunk #anniversary #trainingaircraft #dehavillandchipmunk

[Midlands Air Festival @midlandsairfest]

The magnificent @RAFBBMF is always a perennial favourite with the audience at the Midlands Air Festival.
This year they will be displaying two WW2 fighters and a rare outing for the C47 Dakota. Leading the formation will be the commanding officer of the Memorial Flight.

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

And here it is, our 2026 Display Season Calendar 😎

Where will you be seeing us this summer? ☀️

https://t.co/Udv4XJ9ayo

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

Hurricane PZ865 is on her way for the opening ceremony of On Freedom's Wings!

The Bomber County Gateway Trust have a fantastic opening weekend planned, with many events to celebrate the hard work that has gone into bringing the project to fruition ✈️

#OnFreedomsWings #Lancaster

[SJRMEDIA @SJRMEDIAPro]

Great Day @PetwoodHotel for the VE-Day Celebration, even a Spitfire from @RAFBBMF made an appearance!

[Shuttleworth @ShuttleworthTru]

The full visiting display line up for our Season Premiere Air Show is here ✈️

We can't wait to welcome all of these incredible displays to Old Warden this Sunday 🙌

🎟️ https://t.co/2wA9QbusKn

#SeasonPremiereAirShow #ShuttleworthAirShow #Shuttleworth #AirShow #FamilyDayOut

[RAF Cosford Air Show @cosfordairshow]

🛩️ We’re proud to announce that the @RAFBBMF will return to the skies at the RAF Cosford Air Show on Sunday 14 June 2026, featuring the iconic Dakota flying alongside a Spitfire and Hurricane.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 This much‑loved formation is a highlight for visitors of all ages. As the Dakota flies on with the Spitfire and Hurricane, it offers a striking view that brings aviation history to life above Cosford.

🎖️ Together, these aircraft represent courage, teamwork and service. The Dakota, once used to carry troops and supplies, flying alongside the fighters that defended Britain’s skies, reflects the people who flew, maintained and supported them.

✨ A distinctive part of the flying programme, the BBMF formation offers a chance to pause, look skyward and enjoy a shared moment at Cosford 2026.

📣 Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see the Dakota, Spitfire and Hurricane flying together over Cosford once again.

🎫 Advance tickets only. 5 weeks to go and last year’s show sold out, secure yours now 👉 https://t.co/hhwZcDxQv5

#Cosford26 #EngineeringTheFuture #TakeFlightFriday #RAF #FlyingDisplay #BBMF #Dakota #Spitfire #Hurricane #RAFHeritage #AviationFans #FamilyDayOut

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

It’s been a busy bank holiday Monday ✈️✈️✈️

#dakota #spitfire #hurricane

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

Another successful weekend of flying, and attending the @RAF_Recruitment Town Show in Wrexham!

It’s beginning to look a lot like the summer season ✈️☀️

#displayseason2026 #spitfire #hurricane #dakota #wrexham

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

This week we spent a day filming with @almurray and the production team from @ww2headquarters.

We can’t wait for you to see the episodes later this year!

📸 RAF Coningsby Photo Section

#Filming #WW2HQ #AlMurray #bbmf #Engineering

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

We also had a great day hosting @almurray and the @ww2headquarters team! We can’t wait to see the finished episodes 🎬

[Al Murray 🇺🇦 @almurray]

The @ww2headquarters team had a brilliant day yesterday with the @RAFBBMF. A team who were a delight to meet and chat with.

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

For the final flight of #Spitfire90 we were joined by @astro_timpeake who flew on board the Dakota to Southampton.

Tim judged the competition run by the @telegraph to win a flight in ‘K5054’ as she returns back to the home of @spitfiresdotcom later today!

#Spitfire #Dakota

[RAF BBMF @RAFBBMF]

It was a lovely sunny morning for our first display practice of 2026! Sqn Ldr Andy Preece took to the skies in Spitfire AB910 - another significant step towards the Display Season ☀️✈️

#spitfire #displaypractice

[BFBS Forces News @ForcesNews]

A reunion 80 years in the making

A 101-year-old WWII Spitfire pilot reunites with the aircraft he flew in combat, as it tours Britain for its 90th anniversary🔗https://t.co/SxuFIX8FUa

[Lockheed Martin UK @LMUKNews]

Today’s @Telegraph article speaks for itself: “Throughout the Second World War, the Spitfire was the RAF’s premier front-line fighter….That link was marked on Tuesday by the two F-35 Lightnings, representing continuity between the fighter pilots of yesteryear and today.”