Article written by Miranda Norris for the Oxford Mail reporting on the air-to-air refuelling flight – powered by approximately 43 per cent Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) flew from RAF Brize Norton. The voyager aircraft was run by a blend of fossil fuels and even cooking oil. The RAF worked with BP, who supplied the fuel, to re-certify the mixture and ensure the required standards for a safe and effective mission.
Article by Miranda Norris Senior Reporter reporting on the stand down parade at RAF Brize Norton attended by Princess Anne marking the end more than 100 years of service. On June 30, the iconic Hercules retired from service in the Royal Air Force, coinciding with the stand-down of No. 47 Squadron. The Princess Royal, who served as the Honorary Air Commodore to RAF Brize Norton, reviewed the Squadron on parade, commemorating their proud history.
Witney Gazette article about arrival of third A400M Atlas Aircraft part of fleet of 22 aircraft to replace the C-130 Hercules which will go out of service in 2022
Newpaper articles about Princess Royal visit to the base to mark the official re-formation of the Number LXX (70) Squadron to be the dedicated front-line squadron to operate Atlas 400M.
Newspaper Article about Defence Minister Tobias Ellwood meeting Witney MP Robert Courts and West Oxfordshire District Councillor James Mills to discuss the MOD Housing on Upavon Way Carterton. More than 800 houses were originally on the site. but many had been demolished and new homes should have been built.
Witney Gazette article about the visit of Duchess of Cambridge to the base to express the country's appreciation for the role paid in the humanitarian aid operation.
The Duchess of Cambridge visited the RAF Brize Norton to meet the military personnel and civilians who helped evacuate Afghans after the Taliban took over the country. Witney Gazette article dated Sept 22 2021
Newspaper page showing pictures of RAF Personnel leaving Brize Norton heading for Afghanistan on the rescue mission following the withdrawal of UN Troops from Bases. August 2021