British forces overseas posting: Cyprus – update

A complete overview of Cyprus and its UK bases, a guide to the island and employment opportunities for civilian UK dependents… More information

BREXIT information – Cyprus

The ongoing uncertainty around BREXIT may continue to cause worry and frustration. This information should help provide assistance, advice and clarity for military and civilian personnel and their dependants based in Cyprus and an understanding of some of the key issues that may affect and therefore be of most concern… More information

RAF Red Arrows approved for their 50th Season

Official approval has been given to the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, to display in 2014 – its 50th season. The Team has formally awarded its 2014 Public Display Authority (PDA), after months of… More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

Change of Command at RAF Akrotiri

Gp Capt Chas Kennett has taken over as Stn Cdr of RAF Akrotiri from Gp Capt James Linter. In an interview with Carla Prater of… More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

Deployed RAF Units of 121 EAW return from Cyprus

RAF units deployed to Cyprus as part of the UK response to the crisis in the Middle East have returned home. Aircraft and personnel from 121 Expeditionary Air Wing (EAW) were sent to… More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

Operational Update from the RAF

The RAF issue the following Operational Update as of 30 Oct 13. 83 Expeditionary Air Group, based in the Middle East, provided command of the air component of fast jets and enabling aircraft of 7 types across a Joint Operating Area of over 8 million square miles, including Afghanistan… More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

Typhoons scrambled from RAF Akrotiri

Amidst rising tensions over Syria, two RAF Typhoon aircraft were scrambled from RAF Akrotiri to investigate unidentified aircraft last Monday. A MoD spokesman said… More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

6 RAF Typhoon interceptor deployed to Akrotiri

As part of ongoing contingency planning, 6 RAF Typhoon interceptor fast jets are deploying this morning to Akrotiri in Cyprus. The MoD are keen to point out that this is a precautionary measure, specifically aimed at protecting UK interests and the defence… More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link

The Word from Cyprus

A team from the RAF Families Federation and Forces Life on BFBS, have been in Cyprus – taking soundings in Episkopi, Dhekelia, Ay Nik and Akrotiri. Before heading back to… More information. If you are using a MOBILE DEVICE please use this link