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<title>Brize Norton women to represent RAF at Dhekelia 7s Tournament</title>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;Members of Royal Air Force Brize Norton&apos;s Women&apos;s Football Team are preparing to represent the Station at the upcoming Dhekelia 7s Tournament in Cyprus, where they will compete against teams from across the UK Armed Forces.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>Ministerial visit to RAFP Conference</title>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;The Minister for Veterans and People (MinVP) visited the RAF Police War-fighting Conference at Royal Air Force Brize Norton.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>Royal Air Force Police Conference</title>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;The Royal Air Force Police Conference 2026, held at RAF Brize Norton, brought together senior Defence leaders, academics and military practitioners to examine the vital role of military policing in enabling RAF war-fighting capability and operational effectiveness.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>RAF Swimming Association marks a century of success</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>47 Air Despatch Squadron awarded the Firmin Sword of Peace</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>&lt;p&gt;Soldiers from 47 Air Despatch Squadron, Royal Logistic Corps, have been presented with the prestigious Firmin Sword of Peace, recognising their outstanding contribution to humanitarian operations during Operation Underhill.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>UK Armed Forces Boxing Association development champs finals</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Brize Norton golfers battle it out for Station honours</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>&lt;p&gt;Cumberwell provided a fantastic venue once again, offering a proper test of golf while delivering the perfect setting for one of the highlights of the Station Golf calendar.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>Commander Air Wing handover/takeover</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>&lt;p&gt;Royal Air Force Brize Norton has formally welcomed Group Captain Stu Patton as the new Commander Air Wing at RAF Brize Norton, marking the transition of leadership for the Royal Air Force&apos;s Air Mobility Force, succeeding Group Captain Andy McIntyre, who has served in the role since 2024.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>&lt;p&gt;Royal Air Force Brize Norton has delivered summer holiday activities for children and young people, demonstrating the Station&apos;s commitment to supporting Service families and recognising the vital role they play in operational success.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>Remembering five airmen who lost their lives near Black Bourton</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>&lt;p&gt;This week marks the 82nd anniversary of the loss of Royal Air Force Albemarle V1782, which crashed near the Oxfordshire village of Black Bourton on 27 August 1944, killing all five members of its crew.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>Chief Technician Robert James Thatcher</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>4624 Movements Squadron RAuxAF Supports Critical Relocation from RAF Brize Norton to Boscombe Down</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>&lt;p&gt;Due to the temporary closure of the runway at RAF Brize Norton for maintenance work, 30 Reservists from 4624 Movements Squadron, Royal Auxiliary Air Force, played a vital role in supporting the relocation of Air Mobility Air Wing squadrons and 1 Air Mobility Wing Movements operations from RAF Brize Norton to MOD Boscombe Down.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>1 AMW relocates to Boscombe Down in support of Operation Mace Vector</title>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;Personnel from 1 Air Mobility Wing (1 AMW) have successfully relocated elements of their operation to MOD Boscombe Down as part of Project MACE, ensuring the Air Mobility Force remains fully operational while essential infrastructure improvements are carried out at Royal Air Force Brize Norton.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>RAF Brize Norton Welcomes New Station Commander</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>&lt;p&gt;RAF Brize Norton has formally welcomed Group Captain Kate Macartney as Station Commander, following a ceremonial handover parade held at the Station.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
<description>&lt;p&gt;The Pengelly Trophy is the annual 6-a-side football competition held at Brize Norton for Movements Professionals.&amp;nbsp; The competition is open to all movements organisations, UK and overseas and includes joint organisations with RAF Movers on their strength.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>RAF Brize Norton marks start of Operation MACE Vector with official runway handover</title>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;RAF Brize Norton has marked a significant milestone in its history with the formal handover of its runway to contractors, signalling the start of major infrastructure works as part of Project MACE Vector.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>RAF Brize Norton and Sodexo enhance catering experience with official opening of new Runway 25 retail outlet</title>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;Royal Air Force Brize Norton has officially opened a new retail catering outlet at Runway 25, marking a significant investment in the welfare and wellbeing of personnel, visitors and contractors across the Station.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>Trainee firefighter course 01/26 celebrates graduation at DFTU</title>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;The Defence Fire Training Unit , based at the Fire Service College in Moreton-in-Marsh, proudly celebrated the graduation of Trainee Firefighter Course 01/26 on 9 July 2026.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;The RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team delivered a spectacular aerial display over Silverstone ahead of the Formula 1 British Grand Prix, showcasing the precision, professionalism and skill of the Royal Air Force&apos;s premier military parachute display team.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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<title>Civil servants explore RAF heritage at the Battle of Britain Bunkers</title>
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<description>&lt;p&gt;Civil servants from RAF Brize Norton visited the historic Battle of Britain Bunker in Uxbridge to develop their understanding of the pivotal role air power played during the Second World War and how its principles continue to underpin modern military operations.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
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