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Aircrew II Badge
Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 1987/1535/U
In 1946 the RAF's rank structure was reorganised with new ranks for non-commissioned aircrew. This proved unpopular and, by 1950, a structure based on the previous non-commissioned officer ranks was introduced.
Africa General Service Medal with Somaliland Clasp
Aircraft & Exhibits, Cosford, Hangar Two, 1986/0563/D
The Africa General Service Medal with Somaliland clasp was awarded to RAF participants of the Somaliland Campaign. This particular medal was awarded to Aircraftman William Bumstead, a wireless operator.
RAF Bomb Disposal Helmet
Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 1992/0818/U
Bombs can bury themselves deep in the ground, needing a shaft to be dug to reach them. When this was required, members of RAF bomb disposal teams would wear protective mining equipment like this helmet.
RAF Volunteer Reserve Badge
Aircraft & Exhibits, Cosford, Hangar Two, X003-4425
The RAF Volunteer Reserve (RAFVR) was set up in 1936 as a reserve of personnel to be called upon in time of conflict for service. It was initially for the recruitment and training of aircrew, but was later extended to some ground roles including Signals and Intelligence.
Iraq Levies Klaw
Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 65/U/704
In 1921 the RAF took over control of all military forces in Iraq which included the Iraqi Levies. They initially replaced British and Indian troops stationed in the country but, as the newly-formed Iraqi Army expanded, the Levies were redeployed to defend RAF Stations.
T1 Bombsight, Computer
Aircraft & Exhibits, Cosford, Hangar Three, 1988/1028/I
The T1 is a gyro-stabilized bombsight which compensates for the movement of an aircraft by displaying the impact point of a bomb even when the aircraft is not in straight and level flight.
Air Ministry Bell
Aircraft & Exhibits, Cosford, Hangar Two, 70/G/960
Bells have been used for hundreds of years to attract people’s attention. The RAF has used them to warn of fires, air raids, or for fighter pilots to scramble.
Unit Badge
Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, X004-6286
The Groundcrew for No. 20 Squadron have taken the elements of an eagle and rising sun from the squadron's crest to create their own badge.
Operation GRANBY Badge
Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, X004-5352
GRANBY was the operational name given to the response by UK forces to Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait in 1990 and the subsequent Gulf War of 1991.
Night Simulation Goggles
Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 1995/0536/U
It is much safer to practice night flying during the day than in the dark. Wearing these heavily tinted goggles, a pupil can experience the low light levels of night flying while the instructor keeps a good look out.
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