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Cap of a Women's Royal Air Force Motor Transport Driver

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 66/U/314

One of the major roles undertaken by the Women's Royal Air Force was that of Motor Transport Driver.

Soft brown leather cap lined with rabbit fur with furry fringes folded back against cap, © RAF Museum

Reid Pilot Aptitude Testing Machine

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 1986/0825/I

Before a potential recruit is accepted for flying training, they have to undergo a series of aptitude tests. This machine was used to test their ability to steer a course while delays were introduced to their steering inputs.

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RAF Police Shoulder Tab

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, X004-0288

In their role of protecting personnel and ensuring the rule of military law is upheld within the station, the RAF police find themselves with a task that is not always fully appreciated by other members of the Air Force.

Two identical navy cloth badges with horizontal red stripe with navy lettering RAFP, © RAF Museum

Fabric Doll of Amy Johnson

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, X006-8956

Amy Johnson achieved international celebrity when she became the first female pilot to fly solo from England to Australia in 1930. She went on to attempt and set a number of other record-breaking flights, some of which are recorded on the doll's sashes.

Cloth doll in flying clothing including helmet, goggles and flying boots, © RAF Museum

Service Dress Cap of Other Ranks

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 1993/0191/U

The year after Service Dress caps were reinstated, the wearing of coloured bands to distinguish Apprentices and Boy Entrants was reintroduced.

Blue grey fabric cap with black peak and scarlet cloth band and black strap, with a metal badge, © RAF Museum

Solar Pith Helmet of Other Ranks

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 66/U/188

Originally worn as an alternative to the unpopular Wolseley Helmet, the Solar Pith Helmet became the standard tropical helmet for use in India during the 1930s.

Hard, cream-coloured fabric-covered helmet with thick brim and striped square fabric badge on side, © RAF Museum

Cranwell Boys' Wing Sports Cap

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 74/U/512

At the age of 15 or 16, apprentices would undertake three years of technical training, passing out as highly qualified mechanics. Sports were a feature of a boy apprentice's life, with regular afternoon sessions being devoted to games.

Navy soft sports cap with red tassel hanging from centre of crown, © RAF Museum

Eurofighter Typhoon, TV Advert Model

Aircraft & Exhibits, 2007, London, Hangar One, X003-1188

A large model of a Eurofighter Typhoon made for a recruiting advert. It's constructed from tools, stationery and computer parts, reflecting the different trades available in the RAF.

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NAPS EpiPen

Aircraft & Exhibits, London, Hangar One, 1990/0985/S

The threat of chemical or biological attack during the 1991 Gulf War was taken very seriously. Nuclear, chemical and biological warfare suits, along with respirators, were constant companions. Nerve agent pre-treatment sets (NAPS) were issued.

Cardboard box of pills and cylindrical fluid applicator, both plastic wrapped, © RAF Museum

MKVA Pressure Head

Aircraft & Exhibits, Circa 1935, London, Hangar One, X004-1282

It is fundamentally important to know an aircraft's speed through the air. This can be achieved by the use of a Pressure Head.

Black metal y-shaped frame with two protruding silver tubes, RAF Museum