RAF Pipes and Drums

The Pipes and Drums of Royal Air Force Central Scotland, formerly known as the RAF Leuchars Pipes and Drums prior to the station’s transition to Army, is one of the oldest Pipe bands within the RAF and is believed to of originated from 1947. 

The band perform at numerous engagements throughout the year both at home and abroad. Engagements include ceremonial parades, charity engagements, Highland Games and competitions, as well as the Edinburgh Military Tattoo and the Basel Tattoo in Switzerland. Pipers and Drummers have appeared at venues around the world from countries as far afield as Russia, Africa, Europe and Australia. They also visited Australia and New Zealand with the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. 

The RAF Central Scotland Pipes and Drums wear the “Royal Airforce Tartan” which was endorsed by the Airforce Board in 2003 and first worn at the 2004 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.