The King’s Colour Squadron of the RAF, along with color parties from nine Royal Auxiliary Air Force (RAuxAF) squadrons, came together to mark this milestone.
The Sovereign’s Colour of the RAuxAF was proudly presented before The Duke of Gloucester, who holds the esteemed position of Honorary Air Commodore in Chief of the RAuxAF.
It was a historic moment as the King’s Colour of the RAuxAF was displayed at Buckingham Palace for the first time.
The newly composed RAuxAF military march, created by Squadron Leader Ted Sellers, Director of Music of the Band of the Royal Auxiliary Air Force, was also debuted before His Royal Highness.
The Royal Auxiliary Air Force serves as the reserve component of the Royal Air Force, with its members dedicating their spare time to the country's defense.
It has its origins in the Auxiliary Air Force (AAF) and RAF Special Reserve, established in 1924 to provide trained personnel to support the RAF in various deployments.
The inaugural squadron, No.
502 (Ulster), was formed in May 1925, with subsequent squadrons taking on distinct identities tied to regions across the UK such as Glasgow, London, and Edinburgh.
This rich history underscores the commitment of the Royal Auxiliary Air Force to safeguarding the nation's security.