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OC 617 Squadron

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617 Sqn is the UK's front-line Lightning Squadron. Jointly manned by Royal Air Force and Royal Navy personnel, delivering combat air from the land or sea.

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HMS Queen Elizabeth (@hmsqnlz) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Our jets have arrived! The Dambusters are here in their latest aircraft, demonstrating their capability to deliver on operations as we prepare for #CSG23. #KingsFlagship #GlobalModernReady

Our jets have arrived! The Dambusters are here in their latest aircraft, demonstrating their capability to deliver on operations as we prepare for #CSG23. 

#KingsFlagship #GlobalModernReady
Squadron Prints (@squadronprints) 's Twitter Profile Photo

617 Sqn are celebrating their 80th Anniversary - if you are at #RIAT they are in the RAF EXPERIENCE Area - they have new prints and are releasing their PVC Version of their 80th Anniversary Patch. They have lots of goodies, pop over to see them NOW before they sell out

617 Sqn are celebrating their 80th Anniversary - if you are at #RIAT they are in the RAF EXPERIENCE Area - they have new prints and are releasing their PVC Version of their 80th Anniversary Patch.   They have lots of goodies, pop over to see them NOW before they sell out
OC 617 Squadron (@oc617sqn) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I shouldn’t be biased but hopefully next year the RAF boys will reclaim the title! Well done RN, you had to win it at some point I guess… ;) 🏉🎉

RAF Association (@rafassociation) 's Twitter Profile Photo

RAFA Rides 2024 will be the biggest yet! Join one of three locations in the UK or ride Your Way from anywhere in the world. Sign up now for RAFA Rides 2024 and join our growing cycling community at: rafauk.org/496mhCU...

UK Military Flying Training System (@ukmfts) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Trainee pilots at RAF Valley were recently treated to a visit from F35 aircraft. The visit provided the trainees with an opportunity to see the 5th generation stealth fighter up close. After completing their #UKMFTS training these pilots will go on to fly the F35 or Typhoon.

Trainee pilots at <a href="/RAF_Valley/">RAF Valley</a> were recently treated to a visit from F35 aircraft. The visit provided the trainees with an opportunity to see the 5th generation stealth fighter up close. After completing their #UKMFTS training these pilots will go on to fly the F35 or Typhoon.
Jamie Hunter / Aviacom (@jamie_aviacom) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Tornado marks 50 years since first flight today. Was trying to choose my favourite Tornado shot I've taken, and this might just be it.

Tornado marks 50 years since first flight today.
Was trying to choose my favourite Tornado shot I've taken, and this might just be it.
Royal Air Force (@royalairforce) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Red Arrows have arrived in Iceland! As the Red Arrows continue their voyage over to Canada they have bumped into 617 Squadron who are currently conducting QRA for NATO there. #RAF #F35b #strongertogether #NATO #WeAreNATO #icelandcoastguard

The <a href="/rafredarrows/">Red Arrows</a> have arrived in Iceland! As the Red Arrows continue their voyage over to Canada they have bumped into 617 Squadron who are currently conducting QRA for <a href="/NATO/">NATO</a> there.

#RAF #F35b #strongertogether #NATO #WeAreNATO #icelandcoastguard
Red Arrows (@rafredarrows) 's Twitter Profile Photo

A pair of F-35B Lightnings from 617 Squadron, which are in Iceland carrying out #NATO quick reaction alert duties, joining the #RedArrows on the approach to Keflavik earlier today. The Red Arrows are making their way to Canada for a five-week tour called Maple Hawk. #WeAreNATO

Royal Air Force (@royalairforce) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Up close and personal with the RAF’s 5th generation fighter ✈️ Get a closer look at this incredible jet known for its incredible stealth and unique hover capabilities with the 617 Squadron’s Junior Engineering Officer. #NATO #WeAreNATO Defence Operations 🇬🇧 RAF Marham

Royal Navy (@royalnavy) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Prince in Liverpool.... This week’s news headlines come from Liverpool where flagship HMS Prince of Wales has just completed a major visit. We’ve also got updates on the new HMS Sheffield, HMS Duncan’s return from the Eastern Med and some autonomous advancements.

Ministry of Defence 🇬🇧 (@defencehq) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The UK Armed Forces give us the greatest gift we could hope for at Christmas. 🎄 Safety, security and the freedom to celebrate in peace with our family and friends. 🎉 Thank you 🙌

The UK Armed Forces give us the greatest gift we could hope for at Christmas. 🎄

Safety, security and the freedom to celebrate in peace with our family and friends.  🎉 

Thank you 🙌
UK Defence Journal (@ukdefjournal) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The parade, attended by Chief of Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, marked the successful completion of 29 weeks of rigorous training for 186 future leaders of the Royal Navy. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=55620

UK Defence Journal (@ukdefjournal) 's Twitter Profile Photo

HMS Prince of Wales, one of the UK’s two Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers, will be the first of its class to conduct a port visit to Australia. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-aircra…

Royal Air Force (@royalairforce) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Congratulations to all personnel associated with the Royal Air Force who received awards in the New Year Honours List 2025. For details of all the RAF Whole Force recipients visit: raf.mod.uk/news/articles/…

Congratulations to all personnel associated with the Royal Air Force who received awards in the New Year Honours List 2025.

For details of all the RAF Whole Force recipients visit: raf.mod.uk/news/articles/…
Royal Navy (@royalnavy) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Congratulations to the men and women across all arms of the #RoyalNavy who have been recognised in the New Year and Operational Honours lists. Among those singled out are sailors who faced missile and drone attacks in the Middle East. Full list here: royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2024/dece…

Congratulations to the men and women across all arms of the #RoyalNavy who have been recognised in the New Year and Operational Honours lists. Among those singled out are sailors who faced missile and drone attacks in the Middle East.

Full list here: royalnavy.mod.uk/news/2024/dece…
ACM Sir Rich Knighton (@chiefofairstaff) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Last week I spent the whole day with the F-35 Lightning Force at RAF Marham seeing this world-leading capability in action and talking to the brilliant men and women in the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy who make it all possible.

Last week I spent the whole day with the F-35 Lightning Force at <a href="/RAF_Marham/">RAF Marham</a> seeing this world-leading capability in action and talking to the brilliant men and women in the <a href="/RoyalAirForce/">Royal Air Force</a> and <a href="/RoyalNavy/">Royal Navy</a> who make it all possible.