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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

10 months

This morning OC BBMF flew out in Spitfire AB910 to greet the @Airbus Messerschmitt Foundation Me262 replica ahead of its arrival to RIAT. The Me262 and our spitfire took part in an air to air photography shoot to mark the rare occasion of these two aircraft types flying together!

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2 years

Do you want to see the run in from Beachy Head to Eastbourne, from our Lancaster? 😍 @EB_Airshow

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@RAFBBMF

1 year

Everyone at the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight would like to wish Squadron Leader George "Johnny" Johnson MBE DFM a very happy 101st birthday! Johnny is the last surviving member of the Dambusters Raid of 1943, and was just 21 years old at the time. A true hero!

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@RAFBBMF

2 years

Today we were proud to be a part of the Queens Platinum Jubilee Flypast, celebrating Her Majesty’s historic reign of 70 years. Joining forces with over 70 other aircraft from across the Armed Forces, the flypast was a truly special occasion and it was an honour to take part.

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@RAFBBMF

1 year

Lancaster PA474 is airborne, ready to commemorate Operation Chastise. Lest We Forget. #operationchastise #dambusters #lestweforget

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

2 years

The beautiful Spitfire P7350 following closely behind the Lancaster - they’ll both be back over the skies of Eastbourne later today ✈️🌊

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

6 years

After the sad new that Sqn Ldr Geoffrey Wellum DFC died on Wednesday, we are dedicating this weekend’s flypasts to his memory. The photo shows him with our Mk IIa Spitfire marked in his Battle of Britain 92 Sqn colours. Lest We Forget.

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

1 year

Here we go ✈️✈️✈️

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

1 year

A sunset approach back to @RAFConingsby 🫶🌅 #lancaster #opchastise #dambusters

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

11 months

Today we were honoured to perform a flypast over #London , to celebrate His Majesty The King’s Official Birthday. Footage from our incredible engineers onboard Lancaster PA474 🔧⚙️⚡️ #KingsBirthdayFlypast

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1 year

Following a successful commemorative sortie yesterday over Belgium and the Netherlands, we’d like to share footage both from preparations on the ground, and cockpit footage from the Lancaster itself during the special event.

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@RAFBBMF

5 years

Spitfire AB910 from the rear turret of the Lanc as we go into @EB_Airshow . Thanks to our engineer @Crustyrooker for the video @Seb_Lanc99 @Farrell3Neil @BBMF_Ernie93 @Disco_BBMF @BBMF_Sugden @MatMoore6 @Wellie_C47 @B8tor @ColBostrom @BBMFOpsAsst

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@RAFBBMF

8 months

Our crew had the best view of Sally B today, the B-17 Flying Fortress. Similar to our Lancaster, Sally B is the only remaining airworthy B-17 in Europe! 👀✈️ 🎥 MAcr Rick Gomez

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

7 months

Starting our members day with a five-ship arrival! Here’s what it looked like from the tail of the Lancaster 😍✈️

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

1 year

Welcome home ❤️ #lancaster #operationchastise #dambusters #lestweforget

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@RAFBBMF

1 year

Last night we flew our sortie to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Operation Chastise. The skies of Lincolnshire provided the perfect backdrop for the flight, and we’d like to share an inside view from the Lancaster for you to enjoy. Lest We Forget. #dambusters #opchastise

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

11 months

When the Lancaster and the Typhoon break 😍♥️ #Lancaster #Typhoon

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@RAFBBMF

4 years

To commemorate the 75th Anniversary of VJ Day we flew the Lancaster, 3 Spitfires and a Hurricane over the National Memorial Arboretum. The snippet is from the approach of the flypast. #VJDay75 #LestWeForget @Disco_BBMF @Seb_Lanc99 @BBMF_Ernie93 @Farrell3Neil @BBMF_Sugden

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10 months

The Lancaster is airborne and en-route to @airtattoo ! Eyes to the skies at 13.46 👀✈️

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5 years

Spitfire PM631 has spent 4 long years on the ground, but today was a big step towards getting her flying again- ground engine runs.

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@RAFBBMF

8 months

To close our weekend at @IWMDuxford for the Battle of Britain Airshow, we’re delighted to share this Go Pro footage taken from the B-17 Flying Fortress, Sally B, who flew in formation ahead of our Lancaster, PA474. #gopro #inflightfootage #lancaster #B17 #battleofbritain

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

4 years

So pleased we could do this.

RAF Coningsby

@RAFConingsby

4 years

Let you into a little secret... the Spitfire had two cameras on board for today's flypast to celebrate Captain Tom Moore's 100th birthday. In a little while we will show you some of the footage... #CaptainTomMoore @RoyalAirForce @DefenceHQ

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

8 months

Here comes the Lancaster with @RAFTyphoonTeam ! #lancaster #typhoon

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

1 year

The first pass is always special ❤️

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@RAFBBMF

5 years

75 yrs ago Bomber Command suffered it heaviest loss. 105 aircraft lost or crashed,537 aircrew killed, 157 taken POW, 11 evaded capture. Lest We Forget. Photo by @warbirdphotos @Disco_BBMF @Farrell3Neil @BBMF_Ernie93 @Seb_Lanc99 @MatMoore6

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@RAFBBMF

2 years

Today is a significant day in the BBMF calendar. The Lancaster bomber and her crew are airborne for a commemorative flight into Belgium and the Netherlands. The flight will total around seven hours of flying whilst conducting fly-pasts over 19 sites across the two countries.

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@RAFBBMF

10 months

This incredible collection of aircraft are being prepped for a very special flypast! #Messerschmitt262 #spitfire #mustang

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

1 year

This evening we’ll be taking to the skies to fly over the Lincolnshire Bomber Command bases to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Operation Chastise. We couldn’t be more honoured to provide this flypast to remember the events of the 16th-17th May 1943. Lest We Forget.

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@RAFBBMF

8 months

Taxiing for todays events - can you spot our crews waving? ✈️👋🏻 #lancaster #PA474 #displayseason2023

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@RAFBBMF

2 years

The iconic Spitfire and Typhoon! @RAFTyphoonTeam

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RAF BBMF

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9 months

Not one, but TWO Lancasters for todays arrival to East Kirkby! ✈️✈️ @NX611JustJane #lancaster #leader #justjane #spitfire #hurricane

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

8 months

We may not have been a part of this formation, but to close day one of @IWMDuxford Battle of Britain Airshow, we couldn’t not show our appreciation to the Warbird Community and this exceptional flypast of Spitfires and Hurricanes! See you again tomorrow 👋🏻✈️

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

10 months

Our time at @airtattoo wouldn’t have been complete without a visit from our iconic Lancaster. It was certainly a display worth waiting for 🔊✈️👨🏻‍✈️

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

3 years

Today, we had the honour of providing a flypast for the funeral of Captain Sir Tom Moore with the BBMF C-47 Dakota. His legacy carries on with his foundation . Rest in peace, Sir. (Video: Leaving RAF Coningsby this morning.) @captaintommoore

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7 years

I think Lancaster fans may like this! @Twigs95 @Seb_Lanc99 @Farrell3Neil @SteveWhitnall @BBMF_Spitflyer @carolvorders

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@RAFBBMF

8 months

Just adding another iconic moment to our 2023 display season. Introducing Lancaster PA474, alongside the B-17 Flying Fortress ‘Sally B’! #Lancaster #B17 #FlyingFortress #SallyB @IWMDuxford

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

8 months

Ready for the weekend ✈️ #spitfire #P7350

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@RAFBBMF

5 years

Can you imagine your surprise driving over the Humber Bridge and the Lancaster appearing! Thank you Mandy West for allowing us to share. @Disco_BBMF @Seb_Lanc99 @Farrell3Neil @BBMF_Ernie93 @MatMoore6 @B8tor

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@RAFBBMF

2 years

PA474 out being ground run today - we’re very pleased to report that she suffered no damage from the bird strike this weekend! ✈️

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@RAFBBMF

10 months

We’re on the way to do something rather special this morning! Keep your eyes peeled later on to find out more 🤫👀✈️

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1 year

We were extremely saddened to learn overnight of the passing of George ‘Johnny’ Johnson. Johnny was recognised as being the last of the Dambusters, but he was much more than that. He was a man who cherished his family, and our immediate thoughts and sympathy is with them today.

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@RAFBBMF

4 years

We were lucky to have lovely autumn weather for what may be the last opportunity of this year to carry out Lancaster aircrew training. Photo @RichardPaver

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3 years

A very exciting day! The BBMF have gained their Public Display Authority, so we're set for the season. More imagery coming soon. @RoyalAirForce #PDA2021

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8 months

Our day two display at @IWMDuxford Battle of Britain Airshow, with Spitfires P7350 and MK356, Lancaster PA474 and a second day with the B-17 Flying Fortress ‘Sally B’! #duxford #iwmduxford #battleofbritain #lancaster #spitfire #B17 #flyingfortress #sallyb

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10 months

We had three very special arrivals at BBMF this afternoon! Do you know which aircraft they are? 💭✈️🛫

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7 months

Thank you for taking part in our Members Day @RAFTyphoonTeam ! We caught you following us from the tail of the Lancaster 😍✈️ #typhoon #membersday #lancaster

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@RAFBBMF

4 years

“It’s not about medals. It’s not about who shot down what. It’s about being remembered.” Sqn Ldr Geoffrey Wellum DFC. Photo credit John Dibbs @Disco_BBMF @BBMF_Sugden @Farrell3Neil @Seb_Lanc99 @BBMF_Ernie93 @Wellie_C47 @ColBostrom

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2 years

Today we debuted our synchro arrival with @RAFTyphoonTeam ! What did you think? 😎📸

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@RAFBBMF

1 year

We’re delighted to tell you that this afternoon we passed our Public Display Authority (PDA)!

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@RAFBBMF

3 years

A privilege to be able to pay our respects in this way.

Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧

@DefenceHQ

3 years

In honour of @captaintommoore , weather permitting, a @RAFBBMF C-47 Dakota will perform a flypast over his funeral today. As per the family’s wishes, the public are reminded to continue to support the NHS by staying at home.

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1 year

✈ To commemorate the 80th anniversary year of the Dambusters Raid, we’re joining forces with @RAFTyphoonTeam once again to present a unique formation that can be seen at selected air shows this display season. 👀🎥 Here’s a sneak peak at what you can expect to see this summer!

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@RAFBBMF

10 months

Today we took part in a truly unique formation flypast with our BBMF Spitfire - AB910, the @Airbus Messerschmitt 262, the @RollsRoyce Spitfire PR.XIX and the Mustang P-51D. Here’s some footage taken from AB910 from the flight! #spitfire #messerschmitt262 #mustang #heritage

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@RAFBBMF

7 months

This morning we waved goodbye to Spitfire AB910 as she heads to Biggin Hill for her scheduled depth maintenance. See you soon AB 👋🏻✈️⚒️ 🎥 Chf Tech Stu Read #spitfire #maintenance #depthmaintenance #engineering

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@RAFBBMF

4 years

A Spitfire pilot’s view!

Royal Air Force

@RoyalAirForce

4 years

Sound on 🔊 Take a seat in the cockpit as a Hurricane & Spitfire of the @RAFBBMF perform today’s flypast in celebration of Col Tom Moore’s 100th Birthday. Happy Birthday and thank you for all you have done to raise money for NHS Charities. Read more:

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8 months

The view from the skies over Bournemouth last weekend 😍✈️☀️ 🎥 Flt Lt Chris Sale @BmthAirFest #bournemouth #airshow #lancaster #midupper #spitfire #hurricane

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@RAFBBMF

3 years

Sophie rang the scramble bell at the BBMF (where her Dad is an engineer) to mark her discharge from @Bham_Childrens after systemic chemotherapy, laser treatment, cryotherapy, and 3 cycles of direct chemotherapy into the eye for retinoblastoma.

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1 year

The good news just keeps on coming! The BBMF Lancaster, PA474, has also successfully passed her Post Maintenance Air Test ahead of the 2023 display season. Take a look at this footage from during her air test ☀️🌤️✈️ 📸 Flt Lt Paul ‘Ernie’ Wise #Lancaster #PA474 #airtest

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3 years

Spitfire AB910 passed her air test today in the spring sunshine - what a lovely day! #Spitfire

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4 years

The beautiful sound of four Merlin engines, no music required. Video of yesterday’s Lancaster flight by RAF Coningsby Photo Section. #LestWeForget #LancasterBomber

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2 years

Eyes to the skies 👀👀👀

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3 years

She’s home! Lancaster PA474 is finally back after extended ‘minor plus’ maintenance with the Aircraft Restoration Company. Absolutely thrilled to have her back. #AvroLancaster Photo: (c) Lisa Harding Photography.

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The view from the mid upper turret whilst arriving at @cosfordairshow yesterday. @Farrell3Neil @Seb_Lanc99 @BBMF_Ernie93 @B8tor @Disco_BBMF @ColBostrom @BBMF_Sugden

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@RAFBBMF

3 years

On this day in 2014, Avro Lancaster FM213, based in Canada at the @CWHM , landed at @RAFConingsby to begin a tour of the UK. Known as 'Vera', FM213 and PA474 of the RAF's BBMF are the only two airworthy Lancasters in the world. (Photo: Richard Paver) #AvroLancaster

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Have you ever seen a Spitfire ground run at night? 🔥🔥🔥 🎥 AS1(T) Luke Barratt #spitfire #fire #engine #merlin #groundrun #engineering #noordinaryjob

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3 years

She’s back! Dakota ZA947 returned to RAF Coningsby this afternoon following repairs to cracks in the wing ribs which had been discovered by BBMF technicians. The work was carried out by the Aircraft Restoration Company at Duxford. #RoyalAirForce #Engineering

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@RAFBBMF

3 years

On this day in 1941, the prototype Avro Lancaster took its maiden flight at RAF Ringway (now @manairport ). The Lancaster was designed by Roy Chadwick, first saw service with Bomber Command in 1942 and was the main aircraft for the night-time bombing campaigns that followed.

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7 months

That’s a wrap on members day, with our aircraft safely back in the hangar! Thank you to everyone who attended today ✈️

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@RAFBBMF

2 years

The view from the Mid Upper Turret of the Lancaster during Members Day this year. Was there a better seat in the house? 😍✈️ #lancaster #spitfire #hurricane

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8 months

You definitely need the sound on for this one! 🔊🔊🔊 Day one of @SouthportAir complete ☑️ #lancaster #spitfire #hurricane #merlin #merlinengines #rollsroyce

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Our final arrival into @BmthAirFest ✈️✈️✈️ #bournemouth #bournemouthbay #BmthAirFest

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3 years

The sound of a Merlin! Spitfire TE311 was out today for engine runs as the BBMF aircraft start to emerge from winter maintenance. #Spitfire #Engineer

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2 years

Lest We Forget #Remembrance

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4 years

#LestWeForget

Royal Air Force

@RoyalAirForce

4 years

The @RAFBBMF flew over London today for the Battle of Britain 80 service at @wabbey . In 1940 people across the UK & around the world came together to defend our skies. The RAF is proud to remember those who made this victory possible. #DetectAndDefend

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11 months

Look who made it 👀😎 #Lancaster #lancasterbomber #merlin #engine

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6 years

Volume on! Taken by one of our ground crew. @BBMF_Spitflyer @BBMF_Ernie93 @Twigs95 @Seb_Lanc99 @Disco_BBMF

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@RAFBBMF

2 years

A very happy 100th birthday to Sqn Ldr George 'Johnny' Johnson MBE, DFM from all at the BBMF. #LestWeForget #BomberCommand #617Sqn #Dambusters #AvroLancaster

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@RAFBBMF

4 years

Four fighters from the rear turret of the Lancaster. On the run up to the flypast over the @Nat_Mem_Arb on VJ Day. @Disco_BBMF @BBMF_Sugden @Seb_Lanc99 @Farrell3Neil @ColBostrom @BBMF_Ernie93

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Hands up if you’ve missed the sound of the Merlin 🙋🏻🧏🏼🔊 Today we had the first ground run of the year! The sound of Merlins’ at @RAFConingsby is testament to the hard work of our engineers over this winter maintenance period, and brings us one step closer to the summer ☀️✈️

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3 years

On this day in 1936 was the prototype Spitfire's maiden flight. Captain Joseph "Mutt" Summers, chief test pilot for Vickers, took off in K5054 from Eastleigh Aerodrome (later Southampton Airport).

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The iconic three-ship has arrived ✈️✈️✈️ #ERAS2023 @RivieraAirshow #torbay #devon

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11 months

Thank you to everyone who stayed until the very end of todays flying display! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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3 years

Happy birthday Avro Lancaster PA474! On 31 May 1945, PA474 came off the production line at the Vickers-Armstrong Broughton factory at Hawarden, near Chester. (Photo: Claire Hartley) #LestWeForget #RoyalAirForce #AvroLancaster

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2 years

We’re getting ready over at @SouthendAirport for todays display 😍✈️

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8 months

Today we remember the bravery and resilience of the heroes who defended our skies during the Battle of Britain. On this #BattleOfBritainDay , let's honor their sacrifice and celebrate the triumph of courage over adversity. #NeverForget #WWII #LestWeForget

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5 years

Spitfire Mk XIX PM631 gets airborne again! Having not flown since 2014, PM631 was taken for her air test today by OC BBMF, Sqn Ldr Mark Discombe, who described her handling as 'sweet' - well done to the Engineers! A video will follow soon. (Photo: Chris Cox)

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@RAFBBMF

1 year

This year marks the 80th anniversary of Operation Chastise, commonly known as the Dambusters Raid. We are pleased to announce that on the 16th May 2023, our Lancaster will be flying a special route over all Bomber Command bases in Lincolnshire to commemorate the anniversary.

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Griffon Noise 🔊🔊🔊 A major milestone today, as PM631 has her first engine ground run since her last flight on September 13th, 2021! We can’t wait to see her back in the skies again this year ✈️ #GriffonNoise #griffon #engine #rollsroyce #enginerun #engineering #spitfire

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3 years

Congratulations to Flt Lt Andy Preece on his MBE! As the BBMF Operations Officer, Andy is one of only two pilots who are full time on the Flight. As well as his flying duties, he plans the flying programme which can include close to 1000 aircraft movements over the season alone.

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@RAFBBMF

3 years

Hurricane PZ865 returned to @RAFConingsby on 5 May 21 following 'major' maintenance at @SpitfireBigginH . She has been painted to represent a 247 Sqn night fighter intruder aircraft ‘ZY-V’. The original ‘ZY-V’ was based at Predannack and Exeter in 1942. #HawkerHurricane

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@RAFBBMF

3 years

Tonight (16-17 May) is the anniversary of Op Chastise, the famous dams raids of 1943. We were honoured to recreate some of Sqn Ldr George 'Johnny' Johnson's training for it with him in 2018. #LestWeForget #Dambusters

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3 years

Lancaster PA474 left for some maintenance work at Duxford this morning. We'll miss her and can't wait until she returns next year. #AvroLancaster

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5 years

Back to training after this morning’s Sheffield flypast - we’re pleased to report that Sqn Ldr Mike Garland completed his first solo as Dakota Navigator. #Taittinger

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6 years

QBF from above in a Lanc @BBMF_Spitflyer @Disco_BBMF @BBMF_Ernie93 @Twigs95 @Farrell3Neil @Seb_Lanc99 @BBMF_Preecey

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6 years

The latest @BBMF_Spitflyer @Twigs95 @Seb_Lanc99 @BBMF_Ernie93 @Farrell3Neil

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5 years

1st October and it’s Lincolnshire Day! The BBMF Lancaster was granted the right to bear the City of Lincoln arms in 1975, which is why, even though the rest of the paint scheme is changed every few years, this marking always remains. (Photo: Richard Paver)

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5 years

Happy 100th birthday to Battle of Britain Hurricane pilot Archie McInnes! Here he is last July, enthralling BBMF personnel with his explanation of how he managed to get back to flying Hurricanes after losing his left arm during a battle over Egypt.

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3 years

BBMF Avro Lancaster PA474 out in the fresh air at Duxford.

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1 year

It’s going to be a good day at @RAFConingsby today 👀✈️

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3 years

Beachy Head seen from the BBMF Dakota on the way back from Jersey Air Display

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RAF BBMF

@RAFBBMF

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We’re very sorry to say that due to the temperatures today, PZ865 has reached her temperature limits and will be unable to conduct her planned flypasts this afternoon. We apologise for any disappointment this may cause, but we have to look after our lovely lady!

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