BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Events.Aero//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN X-WR-CALNAME:Events.Aero — United Kingdom aviation events X-WR-CALDESC:Upcoming aviation events on Events.Aero. X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H BEGIN:VEVENT UID:nhmE9g@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261013T163000Z DTEND:20261013T183000Z SUMMARY:RAeS Edwin A Link Named Lecture 2026 LOCATION:Royal Aeronautical Society\, London URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/raes-edwin-a-link-named-lecture-2026 GEO:51.5045000;-0.1494000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1cxiCP@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261013T181500Z DTEND:20261013T225959Z SUMMARY:Bristol Aero Talk: Vulcan Black Buck sorties (Paul Shepherd) DESCRIPTION:Bristol Aero Talks is a free lecture series presented by Aerosp ace Bristol\, featuring guest speakers and experts sharing fascinating sto ries on topics including space\, flight\, engineering\, and WW2 history. T his particular talk will be delivered by Paul Shepherd\, a retired RAF nav igator\, on Tuesday 13th October at 19:15. Shepherd will discuss his invol vement in the 1982 Falkland Islands conflict\, examining the operational a nd logistic challenges of deploying a large-scale military force at extrem e range with minimal third-party support. The lecture focuses particularly on the Vulcan Black Buck sorties\, which represented the longest-range bo mbing operations achieved at that time. The talk will be held in the Makin g Studio\, located next to the museum's main entrance at Aerospace Bristol \, Patchway. Entry is completely free and no booking is required\; attende es are asked to arrive at 7:15pm at the main admissions desk. LOCATION:Aerospace Bristol\, Patchway URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/bristol-aero-talk-vulcan-black-buck-sorti es-paul-shepherd GEO:51.5160000;-2.5770000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:iFC8Ax@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261013T190000Z DTEND:20261013T200000Z SUMMARY:Southend Branch: Erebus and the Air New Zealand DC-10 Crash LOCATION:Holiday Inn Southend Airport\, Southend-on-Sea URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/southend-branch-erebus-and-the-air-new-ze aland-dc-10-crash GEO:51.5704000;0.6956000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:VQGYqj@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261014T170000Z DTEND:20261014T200000Z SUMMARY:The Spitfire\, Mitchell's finest. What made it great? DESCRIPTION:This is the 70th RJ Mitchell Lecture\, held to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the legendary Supermarine Spitfire's first flight at E astleigh Airfield. The event will explore the design of this iconic aircra ft from two complementary perspectives: the insights that modern test and evaluation tools provide into the Spitfire's design\, performance\, and ha ndling characteristics\; and the historical context of the period\, encomp assing the people\, places\, and politics surrounding the Spitfire's devel opment\, with specific focus on R.J. Mitchell\, the man behind what many c onsider the most illustrious fighter aircraft of all time.\nThe lecture wi ll be delivered by Dr Sergio Araujo-Estrada\, Assistant Professor in Contr ol and Robotics at the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics\, Univer sity of Southampton\, and Paul Beaver\, an award-winning aviation historia n\, broadcaster\, and pilot of historic aeroplanes including the Spitfire\ , Harvard\, and Mustang.\nThe event runs from 18:00 to 20:30 BST\, with dr inks available from 18:00 to 19:00\, followed by the lecture from 19:00 to approximately 20:30. All are welcome to attend\, and admission is free. T ickets are bookable online via the event organiser's website. The venue\, Turner Sims at the University of Southampton\, is fully accessible with co mprehensive accessibility information and guidance available. LOCATION:Turner Sims\, University of Southampton\, Southampton URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/the-spitfire-mitchells-finest-what-made-i t-great GEO:50.9346000;-1.3966000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Z97feW@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261014T183000Z DTEND:20261014T225959Z SUMMARY:WLAC and Joystick Club speaker night: Enemy sighted - the build-up to the Battle of Britain LOCATION:West London Aero Club\, Maidenhead URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wlac-and-joystick-club-speaker-night-enem y-sighted-the-build-up-to-the-battle-of-britain GEO:51.5003000;-0.7744000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:TwSXIX@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261014T183000Z DTEND:20261014T194500Z SUMMARY:Brough Branch: Advancing active flow control technologies for more efficient aircraft DESCRIPTION:Brough Branch Lecture: Advancing active flow control technologi es for more efficient aircraft\nThis hybrid event\, held on 14 October 202 6\, explores active flow control technologies designed to enhance aircraft aerodynamic performance. The lecture will focus on pulsed jet actuation\, a particularly promising advancement that demonstrates significant advant ages over traditional steady jet injection methods.\nActive control of air flow over aircraft wings can substantially improve aerodynamic efficiency. Pulsed jet actuation is capable of suppressing flow separation far more e ffectively than conventional approaches whilst requiring substantially red uced mass flow. The lecture will present outcomes from the Clean Sky 2 WIN GPULSE project\, which aimed to demonstrate pulsed jet actuator concepts e xceeding current state-of-the-art standards—specifically\, those reducin g net mass flow by a factor of at least 3.\nAttendees will hear detailed r esults from wind tunnel testing and high-fidelity simulations conducted th roughout the project.\nThe speaker is Mark Jabral PhD MEng MRAeS from the University of Nottingham\, who served as Principal Investigator on the WIN GPULSE project. His research focuses on fluid flow control for drag reduct ion\, encompassing experimental aerodynamics\, optimisation\, and vehicle system integration studies. Mark holds both MEng and PhD degrees in Aerosp ace Engineering from the University of Manchester and serves as Vice Chair of the Royal Aeronautical Society Aerodynamics Specialist Group.\nThe eve nt runs from 19:30 to 20:45 BST and is available both in person at Cotting ham Parks Golf Club\, East Yorkshire\, and online via Microsoft Teams for those unable to attend physically. LOCATION:Cottingham Parks Golf Club\, Cottingham URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/brough-branch-advancing-active-flow-contr ol-technologies-for-more-efficient-aircraft GEO:53.7893000;-0.4447000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CNGyay@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261015T170000Z DTEND:20261015T200000Z SUMMARY:Belfast Branch: Aerostructures in Northern Ireland DESCRIPTION:Aerostructures in Northern Ireland is a lecture series hosted b y the RAeS Belfast Branch on 15 October 2026. The event features represent atives from leading aerospace organisations including Airbus\, Queen's Uni versity Belfast\, Short Brothers (a Boeing Company)\, Thales\, and Ulster University.\nThe programme comprises five lectures covering key topics in aerostructures:\n\nAirbus Belfast: New Beginnings\nStructural Analysis in Thales Belfast\nNext Generation Aerostructures\nStructural Design Methods for Framework and Propulsion System Integration\nNovel Composites for Enha nced Aerostructures\n\nThe event runs from 18:00 to 21:00 BST\, with tea\, coffee and networking from 18:00\, followed by the formal lecture program me commencing at 18:30. This is an in-person event held at AMIC NIACE\, 5 Airport Road\, Belfast BT3 9EF.\nPrior registration is mandatory. Attendee s must RSVP to belfast@aerosociety.com with their full name to facilitate security checking by 22:00 on Sunday 11 October. Confirmation of the nomin al roll will be sent to registrants on Monday 12 October. Access will be m anaged via a strict nominal roll basis. LOCATION:AMIC NIACE\, Belfast URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/belfast-branch-aerostructures-in-northern -ireland GEO:54.6085000;-5.9087000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:SJIxVZ@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261015T170000Z DTEND:20261015T193000Z SUMMARY:RAeS Handley Page Named Lecture 2026 DESCRIPTION:The RAeS Handley Page Named Lecture 2026 explores electric vert ical flight and British innovation in eVTOL aircraft development. Electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft represent a new generation of full -scale aircraft capable of sustained flight\, integrating advances in batt eries\, electric propulsion\, lightweight structures and highly integrated flight-control systems.\nSpeaker Simon Davies\, Chief Test Pilot at Verti cal Aerospace\, will draw on Britain's long tradition of challenging estab lished ideas about aircraft design and operation. The lecture examines how electric propulsion fundamentally changes aircraft architecture and behav iour\, and why the close integration of propulsion\, aerodynamics and flig ht controls is central to eVTOL development.\nKey topics include what elec tric propulsion makes possible\, the distinctive challenges of flight test ing novel configurations\, and how simulation\, ground testing and increme ntal flight testing build confidence in aircraft. Davies will explore how the flight envelope of such configurations can be safely expanded\, drawin g on Vertical Aerospace's experience of designing\, building and flying el ectric vertical take-off and landing aircraft.\nThe lecture represents an exciting new chapter in Britain's aviation innovation history. The enablin g technologies are no longer theoretical—they are operational and flying today. Simon Davies brings over 3\,500 hours of experience across more th an 85 aircraft types\, having completed over 16 flights in the VX4 prototy pe\, including the first full transition flight from hover to cruise and b ack in April 2026. LOCATION:Vincent Auditorium\, Cranfield University\, Cranfield URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/raes-handley-page-named-lecture-2026 GEO:52.0740000;-0.6290000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:nhoE9g@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261015T171500Z DTEND:20261015T184500Z SUMMARY:Heathrow Branch Charles Abell Lecture: From Local Talent to Global Skies - Investing in Aviation's Greatest Strength LOCATION:British Airways HQ Waterside\, Harmondsworth URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/heathrow-branch-charles-abell-lecture-fro m-local-talent-to-global-skies-investing-in-aviations-greatest-strength GEO:51.4890000;-0.4880000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:qxUzWJ@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261015T180000Z DTEND:20261015T225959Z SUMMARY:Scottish Aero Club winter talk: Archie Liggat LOCATION:Scottish Aero Club\, Perth Airport\, Scone URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/scottish-aero-club-winter-talk-archie-lig gat GEO:56.4392000;-3.3722000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:MSzd3Q@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261015T180000Z DTEND:20261015T200000Z SUMMARY:Birmingham\, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch: QFling on the Tucano and PC9 DESCRIPTION:Flt Lt (Ret'd) Jonathon Dunn B.Eng CFS presents an evening lect ure sharing his experiences of flying the Tucano and PC9 aircraft. The pre sentation focuses particularly on the forced landing of aircraft ZF135 on 5 September 2007\, offering insight into this significant aviation event. This lecture is organised by the Birmingham\, Wolverhampton and Cosford Br anch and will be held at the RAF Museum Midlands Lecture Theatre in Cosfor d. The event runs from 19:00 to 21:00 BST and is delivered in person. LOCATION:RAF Cosford\, Cosford URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/birmingham-wolverhampton-and-cosford-bran ch-qfling-on-the-tucano-and-pc9 GEO:52.6405240;-2.3053260 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:GNFrSX@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261015T183000Z DTEND:20261015T200000Z SUMMARY:Talk: The past and future of supersonic civil aviation DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique evening exploring the past and future of s upersonic civil aviation. We are delighted to welcome former Concorde Pilo t John Tye and Chief Concorde Pilot Mike Bannister for this special Member s' event.\nThe evening begins with a nostalgic look back at Concorde\, the technical marvel that defined an incredible era of supersonic civil aviat ion. Our speakers will reflect on this remarkable achievement in aviation history.\nLooking forward\, Mike Bannister will reveal exciting developmen ts in next-generation supersonic aviation. As a director of Boom Aviation\ , a US-based company currently developing the next generation of supersoni c civil airliners\, Mike will present the capabilities of aircraft under d evelopment and the prospect of passengers once again flying at supersonic speeds.\nThe event takes place in the Clubhouse and will be broadcast on B M.tv Livestream. The Members' Bar will be open from 6pm\, and hot food wil l be available (please pre-book when purchasing tickets). In-person ticket s are available until 9am on the day\; livestream tickets until midday. Li vestream links are sent after midday on the day of the event.\nFree parkin g is available. For evening events\, please use Campbell Gate on Brookland s Road (do not follow brown museum signs). Step-free access to the Napier Room is available via the Clubhouse lift. LOCATION:Brooklands Museum\, Weybridge URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/talk-the-past-and-future-of-supersonic-ci vil-aviation GEO:51.3500000;-0.4700000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:N66nGI@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261020T173000Z DTEND:20261020T200000Z SUMMARY:Hatfield Branch 2026 Sir Geoffrey de Havilland Lecture: The Opportu nities and Challenges of Low Earth Orbiting Satellites DESCRIPTION:The orbit closest to home has never been busier — or more imp ortant. In just a few short years\, low Earth orbit has been utterly trans formed. Where once a handful of satellites circled a few hundred kilometre s above us\, thousands now race around the planet every ninety minutes\, b eaming high-speed broadband to remote communities\, carrying global commun ications\, and capturing Earth observation imagery of astonishing detail.\ nThis revolution is reshaping how we connect\, navigate\, farm\, forecast and respond to disaster. It is opening space to new nations\, new companie s and new ideas at a pace never seen before. But with opportunity comes pr essure. Space today is more contested\, congested and critical than ever. Mounting debris threatens the orbits we rely on\, competition for room and radio spectrum is intensifying\, and our growing dependence on these syst ems raises urgent questions of resilience and security.\nJoin us to explor e how we reached this remarkable moment\, what is truly at stake\, and whe re low Earth orbit goes next. The lecture will be preceded by the presenta tion of university prizes and followed by a buffet.\nSpeaker: Patrick Wood FRAeS\, a retired Senior Vice President from Airbus Space Systems and for mer CEO of Surrey Satellites and Technology Ltd. He is a UK Space Fellow w ith over 30 years' experience in the Space Sector\, involved in the design \, build\, test and launching of satellites.\nProgramme: 18:30 – Introdu ctions\; 18:40 – Branch Prizes\; 19:00 – Lecture\; 20:45 – Buffet. LOCATION:Weston Auditorium\, de Havilland Campus\, University of Hertfordsh ire\, Hatfield URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/hatfield-branch-2026-sir-geoffrey-de-havi lland-lecture-the-opportunities-and-challenges-of-low-earth-orbiting-satel lites GEO:51.7520000;-0.2420000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:dxpOM1@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261020T180000Z DTEND:20261020T200000Z SUMMARY:Gloucester and Cheltenham Branch: Sir George Dowty Landing Gear Leg acy DESCRIPTION:This Royal Aeronautical Society Gloucester and Cheltenham Branc h lecture explores Sir George Dowty's enduring legacy in landing gear engi neering. The event features Chris Morgan\, retired Vice President of Airbu s Programs at Safran Landing Systems\, who will discuss his 47-year career in the Dowty landing gear business before retiring in 2025.\nChris has wr itten a book recognising how Sir George Dowty's landing gear legacy has co ntinued strongly over the half-century since his passing. The lecture will examine that enduring legacy\, highlighting the key people\, programmes a nd engineering achievements that have carried it forward. Chris's career s pans from joining Dowty Group in 1978 as a student apprentice through to h is recent senior leadership role\, including significant work on Airbus ai rcraft programmes (A320\, A330/A340\, A350) and Boeing's X-32 JSF concept demonstrator.\nThe hybrid event takes place on 20 October 2026 from 19:00 –21:00 BST\, with registration required for both in-person and online at tendees. The programme includes a welcome at 19:00\, with the lecture comm encing at 19:30. Those attending in person must enter via the front entran ce and report to reception\, from where they will be escorted to the Resta urant Conference Room. Online participation is available via Microsoft Tea ms. LOCATION:Jet Age Museum\, Gloucestershire Airport\, Staverton URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/gloucester-and-cheltenham-branch-sir-geor ge-dowty-landing-gear-legacy GEO:51.8930000;-2.1670000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:z4CSn9@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261020T183000Z DTEND:20261020T200000Z SUMMARY:Farnborough Branch: Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) in the Air Domain - Past\, Present and Future DESCRIPTION:This RAeS Farnborough Branch lecture examines Electromagnetic W arfare (EW) in the air domain\, tracing its evolution from the early 20th century to the present day and considering future developments. The presen tation explores how defence and security operations depend increasingly on the electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) as the primary medium for information collection and dissemination. Beginning with radio's invention in the late 19th century and its widespread adoption for communication\, the lecture covers how radar emerged as a transformative technology within 50 years\, significantly impacting military operations. More recent developments in i nfra-red and laser systems are also examined as key elements in modern def ence and security applications.\nThe lecture explains how participants in military operations must maintain their own ability to use the EMS whilst occasionally denying or controlling opponents' access to it. EW encompasse s three broad operational areas: Electromagnetic Surveillance\, Electromag netic Defence\, and Electromagnetic Attack. The speaker will provide insig hts into equipment innovations spanning 1900 to present day\, illustrating how past developments have shaped air operations whilst highlighting chal lenges facing future air capability development.\nSpeaker Steve Roberts br ings extensive expertise\, having studied Engineering and Computer Science at Cambridge University whilst sponsored by GEC Marconi. His career inclu des 20 years leading engineering teams conducting trials of Electronic War fare equipment on platforms including Tornado\, Harrier and Typhoon\, foll owed by 10 years as EW Technology Director at BAE Systems and EW Capabilit y Director for Selex. He concluded his career as Strategy Director for Sel ex and Leonardo Electronics\, overseeing product portfolios encompassing a ll electronic equipment forms\, UAVs\, and EMSO applications across all op erational domains. LOCATION:Farnborough College of Technology\, Farnborough URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/farnborough-branch-electromagnetic-warfar e-ew-in-the-air-domain-past-present-and-future GEO:51.2930000;-0.7560000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:kBAsd0@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261021T163000Z DTEND:20261021T180000Z SUMMARY:Chester Branch: Piloting the A400M Atlas DESCRIPTION:Squadron Leader Huw Reynolds from the RAF will provide an insig ht into the capabilities of the A400M Atlas and share first-hand details o f how it feels to fly low level in critical missions globally. This is an exciting opportunity to hear directly from an experienced pilot about a st ate-of-the-art aircraft operated by the Royal Air Force. The lecture will cover the aircraft's operational capabilities and the pilot's experiences flying it on demanding missions around the world. All are welcome to atten d this Chester Branch event. LOCATION:Broughton Wings Sports Club\, Broughton URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/chester-branch-piloting-the-a400m-atlas GEO:53.1700000;-2.9800000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:EhW5bH@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261021T173000Z DTEND:20261021T190000Z SUMMARY:Medway Branch: The Supermarine Spitfire at 90 DESCRIPTION:2026 marks the 90th anniversary of the first flight of the Supe rmarine Spitfire\, one of the most iconic aircraft in aviation history. Th is lecture explores the remarkable story\, enduring legacy and lasting imp act of an aircraft that became a symbol of innovation\, resilience and Bri tish aviation excellence. Refreshments are available from the bar\, and te mporary Branch membership is available for £3.00. The lecture will be del ivered by Mr John Sanderson and takes place at Holcombe Hockey Club\, Curt is Way\, Rochester\, Kent\, ME1 2TQ on 21 October 2026 from 18:30 to 20:00 BST. LOCATION:Holcombe Hockey Club\, Chatham URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/medway-branch-the-supermarine-spitfire-at -90 GEO:51.3540000;0.5130000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ynvKsQ@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261022T163000Z DTEND:20261022T193000Z SUMMARY:Bristol Branch: AIAA Historical Site Event - Plaque Unveiling and L ecture DESCRIPTION:Join the Bristol Branch of the Royal Aeronautical Society for a n unveiling of an American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA ) Historic Aerospace Sites plaque\, followed by a lecture on the history o f the Filton site. The AIAA Historic Aerospace Sites programme recognises geographical locations\, with or without buildings or facilities\, that ar e associated with significant aerospace achievements\, programmes or indiv iduals. The programme aims to inform AIAA members and the public of a site 's significance through the installation of a commemorative plaque. The Fi lton Site and Airfield has been recognised for its crucial role in aircraf t design and manufacture since 1910\, and this event marks the unveiling o f a plaque to commemorate this distinguished achievement. The event will b e held at Aerospace Bristol on 22 October 2026 from 17:30 to 20:30 BST. Si r Iain Gray will be the featured speaker. Prior registration is required t o attend this in-person event. The Bristol Branch\, founded in 1929\, is o ne of the oldest and most active branches of the Royal Aeronautical Societ y\, serving as the local hub for RAeS activities in the south-west of Engl and. LOCATION:Aerospace Bristol\, Patchway URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/bristol-branch-aiaa-historical-site-event -plaque-unveiling-and-lecture GEO:51.5160000;-2.5770000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:F23Zvp@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261022T173000Z DTEND:20261022T203000Z SUMMARY:Bournemouth Branch 2026 Sir Alan Cobham Lecture: How Alternative Pr opulsion Changes Aircraft Design\, Range and Payload DESCRIPTION:How do alternative propulsion technologies affect aircraft desi gn\, range\, payload and operational use\, and what constraints are impose d by current technology and fundamental physics? Electrification\, hydroge n and other alternative propulsion technologies are widely promoted as the future of aviation\, driven by the aim of reducing dependency on traditio nal hydrocarbon fuels. However\, whilst some concepts have shown promise w hen used in small general aviation aircraft\, several programmes have enco untered major technical and economic challenges\, with some high-profile p rojects being significantly delayed\, scaled back or cancelled.\nThis lect ure examines the engineering realities behind alternative propulsion syste ms and energy storage technologies. Using first-principles analysis and re al-world examples\, it explores how different propulsion concepts affect a ircraft design\, and the resulting impacts on range\, payload and operatio nal capability. Physical limitations of current state-of-the-art technolog ies are quantified using simple engineering principles\, drawing where nec essary on the laws of aerodynamics and thermodynamics\, but without requir ing specialist knowledge.\nAttendees will gain insights that should enable them to evaluate announcements of new aircraft designs and propulsion con cepts from an informed engineering perspective and better understand the t rade-offs involved in translating such concepts into practical operational aircraft. The evening will start with a buffet reception at 18:30 to whic h all are welcome. The lecture will start at 19:30. There will be a collec tion on the night to support chosen charities.\nSpeaker: Tim Watkins BEng (Hons) MRAeS MSFTE\, Lead Flight Test Engineer at the UK Civil Aviation Au thority\, with 30 years of aviation experience and 20 years of flight test and certification experience spanning military\, civil and remotely pilot ed aircraft. LOCATION:Kimmeridge House\, Talbot Campus\, Bournemouth University\, Poole URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/bournemouth-branch-2026-sir-alan-cobham-l ecture-how-alternative-propulsion-changes-aircraft-design-range-and-payloa d GEO:50.7420000;-1.8970000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:JlvClM@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261026T180000Z DTEND:20261026T203000Z SUMMARY:RAeS Cierva Named Lecture 2026 DESCRIPTION:The RAeS Cierva Named Lecture 2026 explores the challenges\, su ccesses and future of UK rotorcraft research through a personal perspectiv e spanning over 40 years in helicopter research and development. For decad es\, the UK has maintained a strong helicopter research base supporting mi litary helicopter capability needs. Since the 1950s\, conventional rotorcr aft have seen maximum speeds and payload fractions increase by over 30%\, whilst overall safety has improved dramatically. Helicopters now operate i n demanding environments from icing conditions to hot\, high and dusty ext remes—achievements resulting from substantial investments in rotor aerod ynamics\, airframe and rotor dynamics\, materials and propulsion systems. Advanced design tools and experimental techniques have accelerated these d evelopments. However\, the path to success has faced numerous obstacles fr om changing research priorities\, variable funding levels and limited test facility availability. Dr Richard Markiewicz\, the speaker\, will share p ersonal experiences covering UK helicopter research successes whilst exami ning key focus changes over four decades\, concluding with exploration of modern challenges extending into the future. Dr Markiewicz is a distinguis hed aeronautical engineer with extensive experience in helicopter R&\;D and project support for the UK Ministry of Defence. He graduated in Aeron autical Engineering from Imperial College in 1981 and obtained an MSc in A ircraft Design from Cranfield University in 1982. He attained a PhD from C ranfield Institute of Technology in 1990 whilst working at the Royal Aircr aft Establishment. Since joining the Defence Science and Technology Labora tory in 2003 as Principal Rotorcraft Systems Engineer and Capability Advis or\, he has managed research programmes across UK industry and academia wi th international collaborators. He maintains strong academic links through the UK Vertical Lift Network and has held posts including Visiting Profes sor at the University of Bristol. Lectures are free for both members and n on-members. The society welcomes a varied audience\, and attendees under 1 8 may attend when accompanied by a guardian. The event is supported by Saf ran. LOCATION:Royal Aeronautical Society\, London URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/raes-cierva-named-lecture-2026 GEO:51.5045000;-0.1494000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:PAbBR1@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261026T193000Z DTEND:20261026T235959Z SUMMARY:WLAC and Joystick Club speaker night: Silver City Airways LOCATION:West London Aero Club\, Maidenhead URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wlac-and-joystick-club-speaker-night-silv er-city-airways GEO:51.5003000;-0.7744000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:RX8hiP@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261027T180000Z DTEND:20261027T203000Z SUMMARY:Bristow: Advanced Air Mobility - Preparing for Operations LOCATION:Royal Aeronautical Society\, London URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/bristow-advanced-air-mobility-preparing-f or-operations GEO:51.5045000;-0.1494000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:dqzOM1@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261028 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261029 SUMMARY:Lecture: The Big Wing (Gp Capt Tim Willbond) DESCRIPTION:Group Captain Tim Willbond\, OBE\, DL\, RAF (Retired) presents 'The Big Wing' at Metheringham Airfield Visitor Centre. This is the final lecture of the 2026 season\, taking place on Wednesday 28th October. The l ecture series has proven popular throughout the season\, and attendees are encouraged to secure tickets early if not already a member. Tickets are a vailable to purchase online through the visitor centre's website. The Meth eringham Airfield Visitor Centre hosts lectures and educational events thr oughout the year\, focusing on RAF history\, particularly the legacy of 10 6 Squadron and the Avro Lancaster bombers that were stationed at RAF Methe ringham from November 1943 until the end of World War II. The centre is op en Wednesdays\, Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM\, and admis sion charges apply to the facility (Adults &\; Children 16 or older: £ 8\; Children 13-15: £3). The centre is operated by a dedicated team of vo lunteers and houses collections related to RAF Bomber Command and the hist oric airfield. LOCATION:Metheringham Airfield Visitor Centre\, Martin Moor URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/lecture-the-big-wing-gp-capt-tim-willbond GEO:53.1390000;-0.3570000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:iZy8Ax@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261028T180000Z DTEND:20261028T194500Z SUMMARY:Yeovil Branch: G-LYNX 40 years on! a modern aerodynamic perspective on a historical milestone DESCRIPTION:Forty years ago\, G-LYNX\, a modified Lynx helicopter\, raised the maximum speed achieved by a conventional helicopter to a remarkable 40 0km/h – a record that stands to this day. The advances in rotorcraft tec hnology required to achieve this feat were the culmination of a research p rogramme extending over several decades\, involving some of the best minds in British academia and industry.\nDr Richard E Brown will explain the ba sic science behind the speed record and place the innovations that enabled this achievement in the context of contemporary knowledge. He will then d escribe how the pioneering research has contributed to and inspired modern understanding of rotorcraft aerodynamics\, in terms much broader than oft en appreciated.\nThe late F. John Perry holds a prominent place in the his tory of the speed record. In his later years\, John collaborated directly with Richard in several areas of rotorcraft aerodynamics. The talk will co nclude by underlining John's legacy as an engineer whose success in forgin g detailed theoretical analysis into an intuitive understanding of rotorcr aft behaviour continues to inspire subsequent generations of engineers.\nD r Brown is well-known internationally for his broad contributions to helic opter and rotor aerodynamics and their impact on vehicle safety. Following a long academic career at Glasgow University and Strathclyde University\, he now co-directs Sophrodyne Aerospace\, a research and design consultanc y specialising in advanced mathematics and computational methods in aerosp ace. He has authored over one hundred technical papers and is a Fellow of both the Royal Aeronautical Society and the Institution of Mechanical Engi neers. In 2023\, Dr Brown received the Bronze Medal of the Royal Aeronauti cal Society for his decades of contributions to helicopter aerodynamics. I n 2024\, he received the Extraordinary Work in Vertical Flight award from the Vertical Flight Society (UK) for pioneering work on Vortex Ring State\ , and in 2025\, the Royal Aeronautical Society Silver Medal for fundamenta l contributions to eVTOL and helicopter outwash understanding. LOCATION:iAero Centre\, Yeovil URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/yeovil-branch-g-lynx-40-years-on-a-modern -aerodynamic-perspective-on-a-historical-milestone GEO:50.9400000;-2.6540000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:VHrYqj@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261029T183000Z DTEND:20261029T193000Z SUMMARY:Manchester Branch: Certification of Light Aircraft DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative session exploring the role of the Li ght Aircraft Association (LAA) in supporting the building and maintenance of aircraft in the UK. This lecture is ideal for those new to the LAA who wish to understand the range of aircraft that can be built or maintained u nder its guidance.\nFrom simple plans-built aircraft to modern\, Night/IFR -equipped Vans RVs\, you'll gain insights into the diverse possibilities a vailable. The speaker will provide an overview of the LAA's activities\, i ncluding support for homebuilt\, vintage\, and classic aircraft\, as well as pilot coaching and engineering services.\nWhether you're an experienced pilot or just starting out\, this presentation will offer valuable inform ation about opportunities within the light aircraft community.\nSpeaker: L ucy Wootton MEng (Hons)\, DIS\, DipHE\, MRAeS\nLucy holds an MEng (Hons) i n Aeronautical Engineering from Loughborough University and has previously worked for Rolls-Royce and as an Aircraft Structural Repair Design Engine er. She has been a BGA Glider Inspector since 2014\, holding a Part 66 Eng ineering Licence for gliders and serving as an ARC Signatory. Lucy is a Fl ight Instructor for Sailplanes and Chief Flying Instructor of her local gl iding club\, competing in aerobatics and organising events for young glide r pilots as a member of the UK Junior Gliding Development Team. She is cur rently a BGA Board Member. Since 2016\, Lucy has been power flying\, holdi ng both a PPL(A) and an NPPL(A)\, and flies tugs at her gliding club and a ir displays at the Shuttleworth Collection. LOCATION:Roscoe Building\, University of Manchester\, Manchester URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/manchester-branch-certification-of-light- aircraft GEO:53.4660000;-2.2330000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:EvP5bH@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Talk: The Hunt for Red October by Kevin Hart DESCRIPTION:Join Kevin Hart for an evocative talk on 'Hunting for Red Octob er'\, the search for the final resting place of his great uncle\, Flight L ieutenant Reginald Samuel Sailes. Beginning in 1987 with an unexpected pho tograph\, Kevin's quest honours his great uncle's memory—a man nicknamed 'Red' during his RAF service\, inspired by the 1935 song 'Red Sails in th e Sunset'. Reg was born in New Cross\, London\, on 3 October 1915\, hence the poignant link to October. He served in the RAF from 29 April 1941 to 2 7 June 1951\, whilst Kevin's own RAF career spanned 5 February 1998 to 4 F ebruary 2016. The talk recounts the tragic events of 27 June 1951\, when R eg and his navigator departed RAF Hemswell at 0810 hours for a routine cro ss-country low-level navigation and bombing exercise carrying HE ordnance —a sortie Reg had successfully completed many times before. As the aircr aft approached Lincoln Cathedral\, eyewitnesses observed grey smoke from t he starboard engine. Three farm workers from Warren Farm\, Cold Harbour\, Lincolnshire\, watched the stricken aircraft trail black smoke over Warren Wood. Reg was attempting an emergency landing at RAF Spitalgate\, Grantha m\, where a passing-out parade was scheduled. The aircraft caught fire and cartwheeled into the ground at Warren Farm\, Cold Harbour\, at 0825 hours . This compelling historical account combines personal family history with wartime aviation heritage. The talk will be held in the NAAFI function ro om at 13:30\, followed by tea and cake at 15:00. Please note that admissio n to the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre is not included in the tick et price. LOCATION:Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre\, East Kirkby URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/talk-the-hunt-for-red-october-by-kevin-ha rt GEO:53.1408570;-0.0010760 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:blzGOK@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261103 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261105 SUMMARY:AOPA flight instructor (FI(A)) refresher seminar LOCATION:Lakeside Pavilion\, Chaucer Business Park\, Sevenoaks URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/aopa-flight-instructor-fia-refresher-semi nar GEO:51.2980000;0.2420000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:TuxXIX@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261103T193000Z DTEND:20261103T210000Z SUMMARY:Loughborough Branch Effyn Richards Lecture: E-7 Wedgetail DESCRIPTION:Loughborough Branch Effyn Richards Lecture on the E-7 Wedgetail \, presented by Group Captain Alexandra Hyatt MBE\, MEng\, MA\, CEng\, MCM I\, MRAeS of the RAF. This lecture is part of the Royal Aeronautical Socie ty's Loughborough Branch programme and welcomes both RAeS Members and Non- Members. The event will take place in Lecture Room U005 of the Brockington Building at Loughborough University. RAeS Members\, Associated Branch Mem bers and students are entitled to attend free of charge\, whilst other att endees are encouraged to make a voluntary donation of £3. For any queries regarding the event\, please contact Goff Tearle at rafgoff1@gmail.com. LOCATION:Holywell Park\, Loughborough University\, Loughborough URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/loughborough-branch-effyn-richards-lectur e-e-7-wedgetail GEO:52.7600000;-1.2440000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6BrRnS@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261104T103000Z DTEND:20261104T235959Z SUMMARY:Talk: The first RAF 'Top Guns' at Red Flag DESCRIPTION:Join the Army Flying Museum for a fascinating daytime talk on W ednesday 4th November at 10:30am featuring Squadron Leader Stuart Ager\, w ho led the first RAF contingent to participate in the legendary Red Flag e xercise.\nIn the middle of the 1970s\, No. 208 Squadron RAF reformed with Buccaneer aircraft based at RAF Honington in Suffolk. As a frontline squad ron\, 208 Squadron flew various missions across Germany\, Scandinavia and beyond\, maintaining readiness for ground attack operations and nuclear st rike capabilities.\nRed Flag\, developed by the United States Air Force\, represents the largest air-war exercise designed to enable fighter and fas t-jet aircrews to survive and flourish in combat operations. In 1977\, 208 Squadron was selected as the first RAF squadron to participate in this pr estigious exercise. Squadron Leader Stuart Ager\, accompanied by navigator David Wilby\, led the inaugural flight of four aircraft to Nellis Air Bas e near Las Vegas. Over the subsequent two weeks\, the USAF acknowledged th e Buccaneers and their aircrew as formidable opponents.\nDuring this talk\ , Stuart will recount his extensive experience flying the Buccaneer across 208\, 237 OCU\, XV and 16 Squadrons\, including his participation in no f ewer than six Red Flag wargames. The talk content is based on the speaker' s research and personal experiences.\nAs an independent charity\, the Army Flying Museum dedicates all proceeds from this event towards preserving t he history of British Army aviation. LOCATION:Army Flying Museum\, Middle Wallop URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/talk-the-first-raf-top-guns-at-red-flag GEO:51.1443370;-1.5686840 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:l54NA9@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261104T173000Z DTEND:20261104T235959Z SUMMARY:WRAeS talk: Glider G-IZII accident DESCRIPTION:WRAeS Talk: Glider G-IZII Accident - What Happened?\nJoin us fo r an evening talk presented by Mike Newman on 4th November 2026 at Brookla nds Museum. This is a fascinating insight into a significant aviation acci dent from the pilot's perspective.\nOn 22 August 2010\, a Marganski Swift S-1 glider\, G-IZII\, was displaying at the Shoreham Air Show when it stal led and crashed onto the runway during landing. Mike Newman\, the pilot in volved\, describes this accident in detail\, lifting the lid on what reall y lies behind this apparent example of pilot error and providing crucial i nsight into why the accident actually occurred.\nMike Newman is an accompl ished glider pilot who flew competition glider aerobatics between 2003 and 2010\, becoming a multiple UK Champion at both Intermediate and Unlimited levels. He achieved the highest international placing for a UK pilot at g lider Unlimited level in 2010. Since recovering from the accident\, Mike h as gained a BSc\, MSc and PhD in Human Factors and now works for a large U K Defence contractor supporting aviation programmes.\nEvent Details:\nDoor s open: 5:30pm\nTalk starts: 6:45pm\nVenue: The Clubhouse\, Brooklands Mus eum\nEntry: Campbell Gate Entrance\, Brooklands Road\, KT13 0QN\nEntry don ation: £5 per person (card payment at the door). No donation required fro m those under 21 or holders of a current Student Union card. The Brookland s Club Members bar is open from 5:30pm with card payment for drinks\, and food can be ordered from the bar from 5:45pm. Certificates of Attendance f or C.Eng or CPD purposes are available on request. RAeS membership is not required. LOCATION:Brooklands Museum\, Weybridge URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wraes-talk-glider-g-izii-accident GEO:51.3500000;-0.4700000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:5Pekmp@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261109T190000Z DTEND:20261109T204500Z SUMMARY:Prestwick Branch: Maintaining Legacy with the Red Arrows DESCRIPTION:The Prestwick Branch lecture will provide an interesting insigh t into operational support within the RAF Red Arrows\, one of the world's premier aerobatic display teams. The Red Arrows fly distinctive BAE System s Hawk fast-jets and are composed of pilots\, engineers and essential supp ort staff with frontline operational experience.\nThe BAE Systems Hawk is a British single-engine\, jet-powered advanced trainer aircraft that enter ed RAF service in 1976\, with production ceasing in 2020. Squadron Leader Andy King will present a wide-ranging lecture focusing on how the Red Arro ws are operated and supported behind the scenes.\nKey topics will include maintaining legacy aircraft to greater than 95% availability\, continued g lobal agility\, and the Red Arrows' world-first sustainable fuels transiti on\, which was showcased at Prestwick in 2025. As Senior Engineer for the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team\, Squadron Leader King oversaw the return t o a 9-aircraft display and achieved 100% aircraft availability across the 2024 UK season and Canadian tour. He pioneered the use of a high-ratio ble nd of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for aircraft propulsion and hydrotre ated vegetable oil (HVO) to produce their distinctive smoke trails.\nSquad ron Leader Andy King is a serving RAF Engineering Officer with experience across Fast Jet and Intelligence aircraft\, specialising in increasing air craft availability and building high-performing teams. He has won the No.1 Group Engineering Excellence Award twice and is an advocate of STEM educa tion.\nEvent Details: 9 November 2026\, 19:00–20:45 BST\, Ayr Campus\, U niversity of the West of Scotland. LOCATION:Ayr Campus\, University of the West of Scotland\, Ayr URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/prestwick-branch-maintaining-legacy-with- the-red-arrows GEO:55.4580000;-4.6170000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2qWekv@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261110T193000Z DTEND:20261110T210000Z SUMMARY:Farnborough Branch 2026 Roger Green Lecture: From Human Factors to Safety Intelligence - 25 Years on the Front Line of Aviation Safety DESCRIPTION:The Farnborough Branch Roger Green Lecture features Bob Simmons FRAeS\, Co-Founder of Baines Simmons\, discussing the evolution of human factors in aviation safety over 25 years. The lecture traces the journey f rom Roger Green's pioneering work in moving human factors from the laborat ory into operational aviation environments through CHIRP and accident inve stigations\, to contemporary safety management practices.\nBob Simmons dra ws on extensive experience working with over 800 civil and defence organis ations—from major airlines and national authorities to small maintenance organisations—to examine how human factors thinking has been integrated into operational reality. The presentation progresses from mandated human factors training through error management and just culture principles\, t o modern safety risk management and integrated management systems under IC AO Annex 19\, EASA Part-145.A.200 and the MAA/EMAR framework.\nBuilding on foundational work by James Reason and Patrick Hudson\, the lecture argues that human factors remains the load-bearing foundation of Safety Manageme nt Systems rather than being superseded by them. Simmons brings a candid p ractitioner's perspective\, having both contributed to human factors failu res and experienced their consequences first-hand\, including as a passeng er in an aircraft accident.\nUsing real cases from civil and defence secto rs\, the presentation examines why safety cultures built on just culture p hilosophies are essential to whether management systems deliver genuine as surance or merely compliance documentation. The lecture concludes by consi dering what these principles mean as automation\, artificial intelligence and new market entrants reshape the operational aviation landscape.\nSpeak er: Bob Simmons has worked in aviation since 1978\, beginning with eleven years' Royal Air Force service on Victor tanker and Tornado fleets before qualifying as a licensed aircraft maintenance engineer. Since 1994\, he ha s held safety-specific roles including service as an Airworthiness Surveyo r with the UK Civil Aviation Authority\, where he was responsible for main tenance and continuing airworthiness policy. LOCATION:Farnborough College of Technology\, Farnborough URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/farnborough-branch-2026-roger-green-lectu re-from-human-factors-to-safety-intelligence-25-years-on-the-front-line-of -aviation-safety GEO:51.2930000;-0.7560000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:GkHrSX@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261110T200000Z DTEND:20261110T210000Z SUMMARY:Southend Branch: Southend Airport over the years DESCRIPTION:Southend Branch event featuring a lecture on the history of Sou thend Airport over the years. The event will be hosted at the Holiday Inn Southend Airport on 10 November 2026 from 20:00 to 21:00 GMT. The speaker is Roger Campbell\, RAeS Southend Branch Chair\, former Southend Airport D irector and Senior Air Traffic Controller. This in-person event offers an opportunity to learn about the airport's development and history from some one with extensive professional experience in aviation operations and air traffic control at the facility. LOCATION:Holiday Inn Southend Airport\, Southend-on-Sea URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/southend-branch-southend-airport-over-the -years GEO:51.5704000;0.6956000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:3DBqLq@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261111T173000Z DTEND:20261111T190000Z SUMMARY:Chester Branch: RAF Heritage Team DESCRIPTION:The RAF Heritage Team is dedicated to identifying and safeguard ing the Royal Air Force's historical legacy to motivate both current perso nnel and future generations. This lecture explores the team's vital role i n chronicling and distributing the RAF story\, with particular focus on th e Tornado retirement and the management of base closures\, gate guards\, a rtwork\, silverware and medals. Speaker Squadron Leader Rick Lipscomb RAF will delve into how the Heritage Team preserves and communicates the rich history of the Royal Air Force. All are welcome to attend. LOCATION:Broughton Wings Sports Club\, Broughton URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/chester-branch-raf-heritage-team GEO:53.1700000;-2.9800000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1FIiCP@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261111T193000Z DTEND:20261111T204500Z SUMMARY:Brough Branch: ‘CLASSIFIED’ – Beaumanor during the Cold War DESCRIPTION:'CLASSIFIED' – a personal account of National Service during the Cold War\, presented by John William Day. This lecture focuses on Mr D ay's intensive training as a High-Speed Intercept Morse Operator at Beauma nor between 1959 and 1961\, a secret satellite division of Bletchley Park. Following his specialised training\, Mr Day utilised his skills on the is land of Cyprus with close links to MI6\, MI8 and the CIA. After completing his National Service\, he founded his own Printing Company in Hull. Mr Da y\, now aged 88 and born in Wolverhampton\, will recount his experiences d uring this fascinating period of British espionage history. The event is h osted by the Brough Branch of the Aerospace Society at Cottingham Parks Go lf Club. LOCATION:Cottingham Parks Golf Club\, Cottingham URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/brough-branch-classified-beaumanor-during -the-cold-war GEO:53.7893000;-0.4447000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Q27HNq@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261111T193000Z DTEND:20261111T235959Z SUMMARY:WLAC and Joystick Club speaker night: H.P. Folland\, Folland Aircra ft and the Gnat LOCATION:West London Aero Club\, Maidenhead URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wlac-and-joystick-club-speaker-night-hp-f olland-folland-aircraft-and-the-gnat GEO:51.5003000;-0.7744000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:AuQTND@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261116T180000Z DTEND:20261116T203000Z SUMMARY:RAeS Lanchester Named Lecture 2026 LOCATION:Royal Aeronautical Society\, London URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/raes-lanchester-named-lecture-2026 GEO:51.5045000;-0.1494000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:hAOPUl@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261117T191500Z DTEND:20261117T235959Z SUMMARY:Bristol Aero Talk: Jock Heron memorial lecture DESCRIPTION:The Jock Heron memorial lecture is part of Aerospace Bristol's Aero Talks Series\, a free and thought-provoking programme of talks featur ing guest speakers and experts. The series showcases fascinating stories a cross a variety of topics including space\, flight\, engineering\, World W ar 2 and more.\nThis particular lecture takes place on Tuesday 17th Novemb er at 19:15 in the John James Theatre at Aerospace Bristol. No booking is required for this event. Attendees are asked to arrive at 7:15pm at the ad missions desk. The Aero Talks Series is entirely free to access\, making i t an excellent opportunity for aviation enthusiasts and the general public to learn from industry experts and veterans. LOCATION:Aerospace Bristol\, Patchway URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/bristol-aero-talk-jock-heron-memorial-lec ture GEO:51.5160000;-2.5770000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:fMGQFR@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261117T193000Z DTEND:20261117T210000Z SUMMARY:Loughborough Branch: What Formula 1 can teach about aerospace - and what it can't DESCRIPTION:This lecture explores how Formula 1's engineering culture\, org anisation and processes translate to aerospace and defence. Drawing on sev enteen years in Formula 1 as Chief Aerododynamicist\, the speaker examines how Formula 1 treats every car as a continuously evolving prototype\, wit h development priorities driven by quantified performance sensitivity meas ured in lap time\, tyre behaviour\, energy usage and aerodynamic efficienc y.\nHigh-fidelity simulation\, rapid validation and disciplined prioritisa tion enable thousands of engineering decisions at remarkable speed\, with track running serving primarily as correlation rather than experimentation . The lecture considers how these principles apply to aerospace\, particul arly as autonomous systems and uncrewed air vehicles evolve rapidly. Engin eering organisations must increasingly deliver capability through fast\, d igitally enabled iteration rather than traditional sequential development. \nHowever\, the discussion examines Formula 1's limitations. Relentless pr essure for immediate performance discourages long-term technology developm ent\, whilst conservative adoption of disruptive technologies and comparat ively lightweight design assurance fall short of aerospace certification e xpectations.\nThe conclusion proposes that future engineering organisation s should combine Formula 1's culture of rapid\, data-driven iteration\; in novation from research and advanced technology programmes\; and aerospace' s disciplined governance\, traceability and certification practices. This blueprint applies to organisations developing next-generation high-perform ance autonomous systems. LOCATION:Holywell Park\, Loughborough University\, Loughborough URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/loughborough-branch-what-formula-1-can-te ach-about-aerospace-and-what-it-cant GEO:52.7600000;-1.2440000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:KE7bP3@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261118T183000Z DTEND:20261118T200000Z SUMMARY:Medway Branch: Sextant to Sat Nav Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Medway Branch: Sextant to Sat Nav Part 2 is a lecture event hos ted by the Royal Aeronautical Society's Medway Branch. Taking place on 18 November 2026 at Holcombe Hockey Club in Rochester\, Kent\, this in-person event runs from 18:30 to 20:00 GMT. The lecture is presented by Mr Peter Griffith and explores the evolution from traditional celestial navigation using sextants to modern satellite navigation systems. Refreshments are av ailable from the bar. Temporary branch membership is available for £3.00\ , allowing attendees to join the Society's Medway Branch for the event. Th e Medway Branch\, founded in 1938 under Short Brothers and now based at BA E Systems in Rochester\, welcomes both existing Society members and new pa rticipants to this educational session on navigation technology. LOCATION:Holcombe Hockey Club\, Chatham URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/medway-branch-sextant-to-sat-nav-part-2 GEO:51.3540000;0.5130000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Y9Igql@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261119T173000Z DTEND:20261119T200000Z SUMMARY:Birmingham\, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch: Overview of the EE L ightning DESCRIPTION:Join Squadron Leader Dennis Brooks for an engaging lecture on t he iconic English Electric Lightning fighter jet. Dennis will share highli ghts from his extensive career in the Royal Air Force\, flying this remark able aircraft during its operational years.\nToday\, Dennis and his team a re dedicated to preserving several Lightnings in taxiable condition at Bru ntingthorpe Aerodrome\, keeping this historic aircraft operational and ali ve for future generations. The lecture will provide insights into the Ligh tning's capabilities\, Dennis's experiences as a pilot\, and the ongoing c onservation efforts to maintain these aircraft.\nThe event features Squadr on Leader Dennis Brooks\, an ex-EE Lightning pilot with an extensive RAF c areer\, and Richard Norris. Dennis currently operates EE Lightnings in tax iing condition\, maintaining the aircraft's operational status for posteri ty.\nPrior registration is required to attend this event. Attendees should contact thomas.connors2@actuation.safrangroup.com with their name\, conta ct email\, and nationality. LOCATION:Safran\, Wolverhampton URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/birmingham-wolverhampton-and-cosford-bran ch-overview-of-the-ee-lightning GEO:52.6200000;-2.1500000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Eh15bH@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261119T183000Z DTEND:20261119T193000Z SUMMARY:Manchester Branch: Jetopetra DESCRIPTION:Urban Air Mobility is often presented as a solution to congesti on\, with VTOL aircraft transporting people and packages between cities an d city blocks. However\, the more immediate applications lie in disaster r esponse\, regional manned transport\, and cargo that must be delivered qui ckly to locations where helicopters struggle to operate quietly\, safely\, or economically.\nThis lecture explores fluidics—a control methodology recently reintroduced at the University of Manchester—which maintains ai rcraft attitude using blown air rather than moving control surfaces. Ameri can counterparts\, including Aurora Flight Sciences\, are developing this technology at full scale through DARPA's CRANE programme and the X-65 airc raft. Jetoptera takes this concept further by treating fluidics as a propu lsion system itself\, integrating it with wing design through an upper-sur face-blown wing configuration at an unprecedented level.\nJetoptera's Flui dic Propulsive System (FPS) is a bladeless propulsion architecture that ge nerates thrust from directed\, augmented airflow rather than spinning roto rs. This enables VTOL and high-speed cruise from a single adaptive system\ , delivering atonal noise levels approximately 40 dB below equivalent-powe r conventional helicopters\, cruise speeds two to three times faster than traditional helicopters or multirotor designs\, and no exposed blades on t he ramp. This combination opens operational sites and missions unavailable to conventional rotorcraft due to noise\, downwash\, or speed limitations .\nWith a growing J-Series waitlist spanning cargo\, agricultural\, and pa ssenger aircraft concepts\, Jetoptera is now transitioning the FPS from a propulsion innovation into a family of aircraft purpose-built for silent\, fast logistics operations. LOCATION:Roscoe Building\, University of Manchester\, Manchester URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/manchester-branch-jetopetra GEO:53.4660000;-2.2330000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:lEINA9@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261119T190000Z DTEND:20261119T235959Z SUMMARY:Scottish Aero Club winter talk: Sutherland and Prestwick spaceport projects LOCATION:Scottish Aero Club\, Perth Airport\, Scone URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/scottish-aero-club-winter-talk-sutherland -and-prestwick-spaceport-projects GEO:56.4392000;-3.3722000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:WtQAO6@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261123T080000Z DTEND:20261123T170000Z SUMMARY:RAeS Aerospace Medicine Group Annual Symposium 2026 DESCRIPTION:The RAeS Aerospace Medicine Group Annual Symposium 2026 is a pr estigious one-day conference bringing together the entire aerospace medici ne community. Held on 23 November 2026 at the Royal Aeronautical Society H eadquarters in London\, this annual event provides essential professional development and networking opportunities for medical professionals in the aerospace field.\nFollowing the success of the sold-out 2025 edition\, the 2026 symposium will cover the full spectrum of civilian and military aero space medicine\, including space medicine\, current regulatory challenges\ , and clinical case studies. The programme will feature topics on remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) medical standards\, perspectives from ope rators and human factors considerations\, case studies from the Civil Avia tion Authority\, military perspectives\, and aeromedical retrieval includi ng specialist case studies.\nThis event serves as a vital educational plat form for doctors in training and provides essential continuing professiona l development for aeromedical examiners and other specialists. The keynote speaker is Dr. James "J.D." Polk\, NASA Chief Health and Medical Officer. \nAttendees will benefit from high-quality presentations\, networking with colleagues across the aerospace medicine field\, and exposure to the late st developments in both clinical and operational aerospace medicine. The s ymposium is exclusively in-person and will not be live-streamed.\nThe 2026 AVM Simpson Next Generation Aerospace Medicine Prize competition is also open\, offering free attendance and a £200 grant to the best presentation by undergraduate\, early career\, or postgraduate students.\nThe event is followed by the Stewart Memorial Lecture featuring Dr Peter Hodkinson FRA eS speaking on 'From Aviation Medicine to Human Spaceflight'. LOCATION:Royal Aeronautical Society\, London URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/raes-aerospace-medicine-group-annual-symp osium-2026 GEO:51.5045000;-0.1494000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Uqb2BR@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261123T173000Z DTEND:20261123T203000Z SUMMARY:RAeS Stewart Memorial Named Lecture 2026 LOCATION:Royal Aeronautical Society\, London URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/raes-stewart-memorial-named-lecture-2026 GEO:51.5045000;-0.1494000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:5RUkmp@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261123T190000Z DTEND:20261123T235959Z SUMMARY:Lecture: Raoul Hafner\, helicopter pioneer DESCRIPTION:Join Mike O'Donoghue for a richly illustrated lecture on Raoul Hafner - Visionary\, Inventor and Helicopter Pioneer. The event takes plac e at 7pm on Monday 23rd November at the Army Flying Museum.\nRaoul Hafner was one of the most original figures in the development of rotary-wing fli ght. From his early experiments in Vienna\, through the extraordinary wart ime Rotachute and Rotabuggy\, to the Bristol Sycamore and later convertipl ane ideas\, Hafner continually challenged conventional thinking about vert ical flight.\nMike O'Donoghue traces Hafner's remarkable life and work thr ough photographs\, drawings\, contemporary documents and recollections of those who worked with him. The lecture is enriched by personal connections \, as O'Donoghue will be joined by Ben Clothier\, Hafner's grandson\, and Giles Austin\, son of Hafner's colleague Reg Austin. Hafner's legacy can s till be seen in the Museum today.\nA pre-lecture dinner option is availabl e: Steak Pie\, chips\, peas and gravy served in the Apache Café at 6pm\, with a vegetarian option available. Meal bookings must be made by Friday 2 0th November.\nAll proceeds from this event support the Museum's work in p reserving the history of British Army aviation. The Museum is an independe nt registered charity (No. 297897). LOCATION:Army Flying Museum\, Middle Wallop URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/lecture-raoul-hafner-helicopter-pioneer GEO:51.1443370;-1.5686840 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:xIZpAJ@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261123T193000Z DTEND:20261123T235959Z SUMMARY:WLAC and Joystick Club speaker night: Training police cadets LOCATION:West London Aero Club\, Maidenhead URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wlac-and-joystick-club-speaker-night-trai ning-police-cadets GEO:51.5003000;-0.7744000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:mwNogH@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261125T193000Z DTEND:20261125T235959Z SUMMARY:WLAC pilot forum LOCATION:West London Aero Club\, Maidenhead URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wlac-pilot-forum GEO:51.5003000;-0.7744000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:HO49SA@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261202T184500Z DTEND:20261202T201500Z SUMMARY:Weybridge Branch: 71st R. K. Pierson Lecture - Vertical Aerospace - Valo\, a new class of electric VTOL aircraft DESCRIPTION:Vertical Aerospace\, headquartered in Bristol\, is at the foref ront of developing Valo\, a new class of electric vertical take-off and la nding (eVTOL) aircraft. This lecture will explore the journey from aircraf t development to certification\, highlighting the engineering\, safety and regulatory milestones required to achieve commercial operation.\nTrevor W oods\, Director of Regulatory Affairs at Vertical Aerospace\, will examine the opportunities and challenges facing advanced air mobility\, and how U K innovation and certification expertise can help establish the UK as a gl obal leader in this rapidly emerging and highly competitive aerospace sect or. Trevor brings extensive experience from leadership positions at the UK Civil Aviation Authority\, the European Aviation Safety Agency\, and BAE Systems.\nThis is the 71st R.K. Pierson Memorial Lecture\, a tradition hos ted annually by the Weybridge Branch since 1952. The event is held at Broo klands Museum Clubhouse in Weybridge\, Surrey. The private Brooklands Club Members bar opens from 17:45\, with food available. All are welcome\; RAe S membership is not required. Entry donation is £5.00 (card payment)\, th ough this is waived for those under 21 or with a current Student Union car d. Certificates of Attendance for CEng or CPD purposes are available on re quest. LOCATION:Brooklands Museum\, Weybridge URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/weybridge-branch-71st-r-k-pierson-lecture -vertical-aerospace-valo-a-new-class-of-electric-vtol-aircraft GEO:51.3500000;-0.4700000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:RTihiP@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261207T190000Z DTEND:20261207T204500Z SUMMARY:Prestwick Branch: How New Research is Changing Our Understanding of Rotorcraft Aerodynamics DESCRIPTION:This December 2026 lecture explores how new research is advanci ng our understanding of rotorcraft aerodynamics. As the aerospace industry enters a new era with rapid development of innovative vehicles and techno logies\, a deep comprehension of the underlying mathematical physics is es sential. This knowledge enables developers to build confidence in their pr oducts and to evaluate the practical viability of new concepts.\nThe event features Dr Richard E Brown\, an experienced Aerospace Engineer with a 30 -year track record in modelling and understanding aircraft and helicopter aerodynamics. Dr Brown is the founder and leader of Sophrodyne Aerospace\, an R&\;D consultancy specialising in the analysis and understanding of flight vehicles across a diverse spectrum—from hypersonic re-entry vehi cles to subsonic drones\, helicopters\, eVTOL aircraft\, and airships. The company is renowned for providing deep design insights through flexible a nd transparent models supported by advanced computational techniques.\nDr Brown holds a PhD and is a Chartered Engineer\, Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers\, and Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society. In 2023\, he was awarded the Royal Aeronautical Society's prestigious Bronze Medal in recognition of his contributions over several decades to rotorcr aft aerodynamics understanding. Throughout his career\, he has assisted nu merous companies and organisations worldwide in developing new aerodynamic tools and proposing innovative solutions to complex aerodynamic design ch allenges. He combines deep theoretical knowledge with practical applicatio n\, delivering effective and innovative approaches to aerodynamic problems .\nThis lecture is hosted by the RAeS Prestwick Branch\, one of Scotland's two active branches of the Royal Aeronautical Society. LOCATION:Ayr Campus\, University of the West of Scotland\, Ayr URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/prestwick-branch-how-new-research-is-chan ging-our-understanding-of-rotorcraft-aerodynamics GEO:55.4580000;-4.6170000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:nRmE9g@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261208T193000Z DTEND:20261208T210000Z SUMMARY:Loughborough Branch: Written in the stars - A321XLR Flight Test Pro gramme DESCRIPTION:Airbus announced in early 2018 a significant development to its A321 family of aircraft\, with the principal objective of extending the a ircraft's range to more than 4\,500 nautical miles. This ambitious goal re quired extending fuel capacity and increasing the maximum take-off weight (MTOW) to 101 tonnes—a remarkable achievement considering the A321's win g\, structure\, and landing gear were originally designed and certified fo r just 68 tonnes.\nThis lecture presents the technical modifications made to the A321XLR and details the comprehensive flight testing programme requ ired to achieve CS25 certification. Jim Fawcett\, Lead Flight Test Enginee r at Airbus\, will explain the engineering challenges and solutions\, comp lemented by behind-the-scenes anecdotes illustrating the flight test team' s exceptional work ethic. The EASA recognised their efforts\, noting: "Des pite immense technical and non-technical pressures\, the Airbus Flight Tes t Team exhibited a remarkable blend of technical expertise\, innovative pr oblem-solving\, and an unwavering commitment to safety. Their exemplary at titude and performance ensured that every aspect of the A321XLR not only m et\, but sometimes exceeded\, the stringent CS25 certification requirement s\, certainly setting a new benchmark for long-range single-aisle aircraft ."\nSpeaker Jim Fawcett is a Chartered Engineer (CEng) and Member of the R oyal Aeronautical Society\, specialising in flight management systems\, co mmunications\, cockpit design\, display systems\, and radio navigation. He trained at the French flight test academy EPNER and has logged nearly 3\, 500 hours on test flights. RAeS Members\, Associated Branch Members\, and students attend free\; non-members are encouraged to donate £3. LOCATION:Holywell Park\, Loughborough University\, Loughborough URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/loughborough-branch-written-in-the-stars- a321xlr-flight-test-programme GEO:52.7600000;-1.2440000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:nRXE9g@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261208T200000Z DTEND:20261208T210000Z SUMMARY:Southend Branch: From Cadet to Captain DESCRIPTION:Southend Branch presents 'From Cadet to Captain'\, a lecture fe aturing Gary Browne\, a retired captain. This event offers insight into a career progression in aviation\, from initial cadet training through to ac hieving captain rank. The lecture will be held at The Holiday Inn Southend Airport on 8 December 2026\, running from 20:00 to 21:00 GMT as an in-per son event. The Southend Branch\, which was formed in January 1957 by Sir F reddy Laker\, continues to serve aviation professionals working at Southen d Airport and the wider aerospace community. This is an opportunity to net work with fellow aerospace professionals and learn from an experienced pil ot's career journey. LOCATION:Holiday Inn Southend Airport\, Southend-on-Sea URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/southend-branch-from-cadet-to-captain GEO:51.5704000;0.6956000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:g9aF4B@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261209T173000Z DTEND:20261209T190000Z SUMMARY:Chester Branch: Fly Me to the Moon DESCRIPTION:Join astronomer Dr. Megan Argo as she explores the history\, sc ience\, and future of our nearest celestial neighbour. This lecture\, host ed by the RAeS Chester Branch\, examines the Moon from multiple perspectiv es—from ancient crater records to the Apollo missions and modern space e xploration initiatives.\nDr. Argo will delve into how lunar geology unveil s the story of the early solar system\, revealing the geological processes and events that shaped the Moon billions of years ago. The talk will also examine the puzzling chemical mysteries that challenge our leading theori es of the Moon's origin\, offering insights into ongoing scientific questi ons about our satellite's formation and composition.\nThis event is part o f the Chester Branch's programme\, which has been serving aviation and aer ospace enthusiasts within the Chester catchment area since its inaugural m eeting in 1950. The Branch formally established itself in 1951 and continu es to provide lectures\, networking opportunities\, and educational conten t for professionals and enthusiasts alike. LOCATION:Broughton Wings Sports Club\, Broughton URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/chester-branch-fly-me-to-the-moon GEO:53.1700000;-2.9800000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:cFhVcK@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261209T193000Z DTEND:20261209T235959Z SUMMARY:WLAC and Joystick Club speaker night: ETPS history LOCATION:West London Aero Club\, Maidenhead URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wlac-and-joystick-club-speaker-night-etps -history GEO:51.5003000;-0.7744000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8Z6cGD@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261210T190000Z DTEND:20261210T210000Z SUMMARY:Birmingham\, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch: History of the Attac k Helicopter DESCRIPTION:A 40-year retrospective on the history of the attack helicopter \, featuring a fascinating narrative with numerous twists and turns. The p resentation will include an introduction to Westland project studies\, enc ompassing stealth technology developments.\nThe lecture will be delivered by Jeremy Graham FRAeS\, who retired as Chief Engineer for Sea King\, Apac he and Chinook helicopters at AgustaWestland in March 2016. With a disting uished career spanning over four decades\, Graham joined Westland Helicopt ers as a postgraduate apprentice in 1975 and progressed through numerous s enior engineering roles. His expertise encompasses UAV systems engineering \, light attack helicopter development\, avionics and weapons systems\, an d helicopter airworthiness.\nThroughout his career\, Graham has led major programme bids including the EH101 utility helicopter for RAF requirements and the Canadian Search and Rescue programme. He served as lead engineer for the Merlin Tactical Support Helicopter (HC3 Variant) and held senior s afety and reliability positions within the integrated AgustaWestland engin eering organisation. Graham also led the engineering bid for the USAF CSAR -X programme and\, prior to retirement\, served as Chief Engineer for out- of-production helicopter types.\nA Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Societ y\, Graham remains active in the aerospace community as Joint Chair of the Yeovil Branch and Archivist for historical Petter/Westland records. This lecture offers a unique insider perspective on the evolution and engineeri ng challenges of attack helicopter development. LOCATION:RAF Cosford\, Cosford URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/birmingham-wolverhampton-and-cosford-bran ch-history-of-the-attack-helicopter GEO:52.6405240;-2.3053260 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:sBSvZl@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20261214T180000Z DTEND:20261214T193000Z SUMMARY:RAeS Lecture: RAF Defford - Telecommunications Research Establishme nt DESCRIPTION:This RAeS lecture explores the fascinating history of flight tr ials for government research and development of radar\, tracing back to 19 35 when radio waves from a BBC transmitter were reflected by a Heyford bom ber\, enabling its detection by a ground receiver.\nDuring World War II\, the Special Duty Flight provided aircraft to serve as targets for ground r adar systems and to conduct trials of airborne radar for the RAF and Fleet Air Arm. As the conflict progressed\, the Telecommunications Flying Unit\ , and later its successor the Radar Research Flying Unit\, tested and eval uated systems for government radar establishments until the unit's disband ment in 1977.\nThe lecture describes the diverse range of aircraft employe d for these critical tasks and illustrates unique examples of engineering innovation that were required—often on a scale otherwise unknown outside the aircraft industry. Dr Dennis Williams\, a materials scientist with li felong aviation passion and current Trustee of the Malvern Radar and Techn ology History Society\, will present this compelling account of RAF Deffor d's contributions to radar research.\nThe event is free for both members a nd non-members. Lectures form an important part of the Royal Aeronautical Society's charitable mission\, sharing aerospace knowledge\, inspiring fut ure professionals\, and promoting understanding of aviation\, aerospace an d space across the wider community. Under 18s are welcome when accompanied by a guardian.\nEvent timings: Registration 18:00–18:30\, Lecture 18:30 –19:30. LOCATION:Royal Aeronautical Society\, London URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/raes-lecture-raf-defford-telecommunicatio ns-research-establishment GEO:51.5045000;-0.1494000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:5h3kmp@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270111T190000Z DTEND:20270111T204500Z SUMMARY:Prestwick Branch: Beyond Net Zero - How Aviation Can Serve People a nd Planet DESCRIPTION:The January 2027 lecture promises to be interesting and inspira tional\, exploring aviation's role in sustainability and humanitarian impa ct. Aviation's sustainability challenge extends beyond reducing carbon emi ssions\; it encompasses the positive impact aviation can have globally. Av iation for Good\, a UK-registered charity\, uses aviation to deliver human itarian aid\, medical assistance and disaster relief to isolated communiti es worldwide.\nRachel Gardner-Poole OBE FRAeS will explore how aviation ca n respond to the urgent need to decarbonise whilst continuing to connect p eople\, support economies and reach communities where aircraft provide acc ess to medical care\, education\, disaster relief and essential supplies. Drawing on practical examples\, she will consider how collaboration\, inno vation and a stronger sense of purpose can help aviation become both more sustainable and a greater force for good.\nRachel is a senior aviation lea der with extensive experience across sustainability\, innovation and trans formation. She has held leadership roles at the UK Civil Aviation Authorit y\, the UK Space Agency and previously chaired the UK Jet Zero Council Zer o Emission Flight Delivery Group. As Director of Aviascia\, Rachel helps m ajor organisations navigate complex change\, shape strategy and build cons ensus across stakeholders. She is also a Board Advisor to Astroscale\, a B oard member of the British Aviation Group and Chair of Aviation for Good. As a Chartered Mathematician\, she previously held a commercial pilot lice nce and has won industry awards for her contribution. She was appointed an OBE in the King's Birthday Honours for services to aviation. LOCATION:Ayr Campus\, University of the West of Scotland\, Ayr URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/prestwick-branch-beyond-net-zero-how-avia tion-can-serve-people-and-planet GEO:55.4580000;-4.6170000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:G5UrSX@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270113T184500Z DTEND:20270113T201500Z SUMMARY:Weybridge Branch: The Azores A330 Glider DESCRIPTION:On 24 August 2001\, an Airbus A330-200 powered by Rolls-Royce T rent 700 engines ran out of fuel over the mid-Atlantic and successfully gl ided 121 kilometres to land safely in the Azores. This remarkable incident will be explored in detail by Martin Maltby FRAeS\, who was Chief Enginee r of the Trent 700 engine programme and was closely involved in the subseq uent investigation.\nMaltby will discuss the root cause of the fuel loss\, the pilots' actions during the glide descent\, and findings from the form al inquiry that followed. His unique perspective as a senior engineer dire ctly involved in the investigation provides valuable insight into both the technical and operational aspects of this extraordinary aviation event.\n The lecture takes place at Brooklands Museum Clubhouse in Weybridge\, Surr ey. Meetings commence at 18:45 GMT with the session running until 20:15. T he private Brooklands Club Members bar opens from 17:30\, with food availa ble for pre-order\, served at 17:45.\nAll are welcome regardless of Royal Aeronautical Society membership status. Entry donation is £5.00 (card pay ment preferred)\, though this is waived for those under 21 or holding a cu rrent Student Union card. Certificates of Attendance for Chartered Enginee r or Continuing Professional Development purposes are available upon reque st.\nMartin Maltby is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society with exte nsive experience across major engine programmes\, including the RTM322\, T rent 500\, BR725\, TP400\, and BR710. He was awarded the RAeS Bronze Medal in 2012 for his work on engine certification and currently serves as Pres ident of the RAeS Berlin-Brandenburg Branch. LOCATION:Brooklands Museum\, Weybridge URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/weybridge-branch-the-azores-a330-glider GEO:51.3500000;-0.4700000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:p4g0D1@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270113T193000Z DTEND:20270113T235959Z SUMMARY:WLAC and Joystick Club speaker night: Space - discoveries from the Hubble and James Webb telescopes LOCATION:West London Aero Club\, Maidenhead URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wlac-and-joystick-club-speaker-night-spac e-discoveries-from-the-hubble-and-james-webb-telescopes GEO:51.5003000;-0.7744000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:rkUlAu@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270119T193000Z DTEND:20270119T210000Z SUMMARY:Loughborough Branch: The Light Aircraft Association - An Overview o f building your own aircraft in the UK DESCRIPTION:The Light Aircraft Association is a members' association and no n-profit-making organisation dedicated to facilitating amateur building\, sport flying\, and vintage aircraft in the UK. Founded in 1946 as the Popu lar Flying Association (PFA)\, it became the LAA in 2008.\nThis lecture pr ovides a comprehensive overview of the LAA's formation and evolution into the association it is today. It details the types of aircraft that can be built under the LAA system and explains how aircraft building is supervise d\, as well as the maintenance of existing aircraft.\nThe presentation cov ers the wide range of opportunities available for modifying and enhancing aircraft to meet owners' needs under the LAA's design authority. It highli ghts how you can get involved with either building or owning an aircraft o n the LAA fleet and introduces key events to attend\, including the annual LAA Rally.\nThe speaker is Lucy Wootton MEng (Hons)\, DIS\, DipHE\, MRAeS \, who studied Aeronautical Engineering at Loughborough University (2015 –2020) and completed a placement year at Rolls-Royce in Derby. Following graduation\, she worked as a Design Engineer before joining the Light Air craft Association in August 2022 as Chief Inspector\, overseeing approxima tely 330 inspectors across the UK. In November 2024\, she moved to the new ly created role of Head of Continuing Airworthiness &\; Inspection\, he ading a team responsible for oversight of continuing airworthiness of a fl eet of around 2\,700 airworthy aircraft. Outside work\, Lucy is a keen gli der and light aircraft pilot and serves as Chief Flying Instructor at her local gliding club.\nRAeS Members\, Associated Branch Members\, and studen ts attend free. Non-members are encouraged to make a £3 donation. LOCATION:Holywell Park\, Loughborough University\, Loughborough URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/loughborough-branch-the-light-aircraft-as sociation-an-overview-of-building-your-own-aircraft-in-the-uk GEO:52.7600000;-1.2440000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:KnfbP3@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270121T190000Z DTEND:20270121T210000Z SUMMARY:Birmingham\, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch: The real Allo Allo - my Dad's story DESCRIPTION:John Pittwood presents the true story of his father's remarkabl e wartime experience. His father served as Navigator in a Lancaster bomber on a mission to bomb a Panzer barracks in France during World War II. Aft er being shot down\, some crew members managed to parachute to safety and were fortunate enough to make contact with the Resistance. With their assi stance\, the crew was guided over the Pyrenees into Spain and eventually m ade their way back to the United Kingdom. This lecture offers a personal a nd intimate account of survival\, evasion\, and the human spirit during wa rtime\, drawing parallels to the popular television comedy 'Allo 'Allo whi lst telling the genuine heroic story of those involved. LOCATION:RAF Cosford\, Cosford URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/birmingham-wolverhampton-and-cosford-bran ch-the-real-allo-allo-my-dads-story GEO:52.6405240;-2.3053260 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:gQPF4B@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270125T193000Z DTEND:20270125T235959Z SUMMARY:WLAC and Joystick Club speaker night: Malloy Aeronautics LOCATION:West London Aero Club\, Maidenhead URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wlac-and-joystick-club-speaker-night-mall oy-aeronautics GEO:51.5003000;-0.7744000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:K5tbP3@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270209 SUMMARY:BMAA Instructor Seminar 2027 LOCATION:Holywell Park\, Loughborough University\, Loughborough URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/bmaa-instructor-seminar-2027 GEO:52.7600000;-1.2440000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:G5QrSX@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270208T190000Z DTEND:20270208T204500Z SUMMARY:Prestwick Branch: Engineering Change - Insights from an Aerospace E ngineer Turned Airline Pilot DESCRIPTION:The February 2027 lecture will provide an inspiring insight int o a career which developed from an aerospace engineer to commercial pilot and how that led to winning the Women in Aviation Award in the Aviation In dustry Awards of 2025. The industry awards recognise and celebrate the ach ievements of all UK aviation stakeholders\, from airlines and airports to cutting-edge manufacturers and innovative suppliers. The prestigious progr amme showcases the innovation\, dedication\, and leadership that drive the industry's success and is judged by a prestigious panel of industry leade rs\, renowned for their extensive knowledge\, enthusiasm\, and expertise i n the aviation industry.\nSpeaker: Deborah (Debbie) Thomas is a UK aerospa ce engineer and commercial airline pilot. She studied mathematics and astr ophysics\, then built a long engineering career at Airbus\, working on air craft such as the A380 and A350 in modelling and systems engineering. She later retrained as a pilot and became a Senior First Officer flying Airbus A320 family aircraft for a large European carrier. During the Covid perio d\, she joined the UK government-backed FlyZero programme\, contributing a s an Aircraft Modeller to research on zero-carbon\, sustainable aircraft. Her career is notable for combining hands-on airline flying experience wit h extensive aerospace engineering expertise\, particularly in future susta inable aviation development. LOCATION:Ayr Campus\, University of the West of Scotland\, Ayr URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/prestwick-branch-engineering-change-insig hts-from-an-aerospace-engineer-turned-airline-pilot GEO:55.4580000;-4.6170000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:23aekv@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270209T193000Z DTEND:20270209T210000Z SUMMARY:Loughborough Branch: Addressing the future needs of Civil Aerospace Manufacture DESCRIPTION:Future demand for aircraft\, alongside challenging net zero req uirements\, is driving the need for more efficient manufacturing technolog ies. Aviation is currently the sixth highest-emitting sector in the UK eco nomy\, accounting for 8% of UK emissions\, and faces several key challenge s in meeting the 2050 Climate Change target to reduce emissions by 100%. T he sector must also address customer demand for future orders whilst recov ering from an existing backlog.\nThese challenges necessitate a move away from traditional manufacturing techniques\, particularly if the UK is to c apitalise on the opportunities presented by the Next Generation Single Ais le (NGSA) market. This lecture will present research from the University o f Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre\, demonstrating how UK industry can leverage academic expertise to address these manufacturing ch allenges.\nThe speaker\, Mr Stephen Beecher CEng\, MIMechE\, is Senior Sec tor Engagement Manager for Aerospace at the University of Sheffield AMRC. A chartered engineer with over 20 years of experience spanning aerospace\, automotive\, defence and marine sectors\, Stephen holds an MSc in Advance d Materials from Cranfield University. His aerospace career includes roles at GE Aviation\, Formaplex and Motherson Group\, where he led qualificati on programmes for composite materials on the A350 and managed new product introduction for B787\, A400M and A350 components. He has held Delegated A uthority for Materials and Processing on A350 designs and implemented qual ity management systems achieving AS9100 certification. Currently\, Stephen leads aerospace sector engagement for the AMRC\, identifying collaborativ e opportunities and supporting research development across the UK's aerosp ace sector. He recently led composites technical engagement for the £54M COMPASS programme\, part of a wider £80M investment boost to UK composite s manufacturing in South Yorkshire. LOCATION:Holywell Park\, Loughborough University\, Loughborough URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/loughborough-branch-addressing-the-future -needs-of-civil-aerospace-manufacture GEO:52.7600000;-1.2440000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8gscGD@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270210T193000Z DTEND:20270210T235959Z SUMMARY:WLAC and Joystick Club speaker night: Japanese WW2 aircraft LOCATION:West London Aero Club\, Maidenhead URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wlac-and-joystick-club-speaker-night-japa nese-ww2-aircraft GEO:51.5003000;-0.7744000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:5h2kmp@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270218T190000Z DTEND:20270218T200000Z SUMMARY:Birmingham\, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch: The Siege and Battle of Habbinya DESCRIPTION:In May 1941\, Habbaniya was besieged by the Iraqi Army and atta cked by the Iraq Air Force and Luftwaffe (the Italian Air Force arrived to o late). The RAF's defensive force consisted of only 4 FTS\, RAF Armoured Cars\, the RAF Iraq Levies and 300 men of the KORR flown in at the last mi nute. Squadron Leader Tony Dudgeon (later Air Vice-Marshal) and Wing Comma nder Larry Ling of 4 FTS pushed through modifications to Audaxes and Oxfor ds to carry heavy bomb loads against all official opposition. On 2 May\, t he RAF took the initiative\, defeated the Iraqis and regained Baghdad and Iraq.\nThis was a little-known but critically important victory in World W ar 2. Had the RAF lost\, the Axis would have controlled Iraq and gained ac cess to vital oil supplies. Egypt would likely have fallen\, and British c ommunications with the Far East would have been severed. The consequences could have changed the entire course of the war.\nDr Christopher Morris pr esents this fascinating historical lecture exploring one of the Second Wor ld War's pivotal but overlooked moments. LOCATION:RAF Cosford\, Cosford URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/birmingham-wolverhampton-and-cosford-bran ch-the-siege-and-battle-of-habbinya GEO:52.6405240;-2.3053260 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:hTjPUl@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270223T193000Z DTEND:20270223T210000Z SUMMARY:Loughborough Branch: Space-Based Solar Power - How the UK is turnin g science fiction into reality DESCRIPTION:Space-based solar power has long seemed like science fiction— vast solar arrays orbiting Earth\, beaming clean energy down around the cl ock. Isaac Asimov envisioned it in 1941. Yet over eighty years later\, gov ernments and commercial enterprises backed by private capital are investin g seriously in this technology. The convergence of several factors has cha nged the landscape: plummeting launch costs\, breakthrough satellite archi tecture\, and an energy system struggling to meet constant\, affordable\, and clean power demands as consumption heads towards quadrupling by 2050.\ nMartin Soltau\, Co-CEO of Space Solar\, presents the case that space-base d solar power is no longer a theoretical curiosity but a viable engineerin g programme with a clear commercial horizon. He explains why the economics now stack up—and why the figures might surprise you. With candid discus sion of the hardest technical challenges—from safely beaming power acros s thousands of kilometres to assembling structures kilometres wide in orbi t—Soltau demonstrates how Space Solar and its UK partners are overcoming these obstacles through systematic demonstrators.\nCould this be the clea n energy source delivering cheap\, reliable\, round-the-clock power\, and might Britain lead the world in its development? This fast-moving presenta tion covers the physics\, economics and engineering of one of the most amb itious clean-energy initiatives of our generation\, offering a frank asses sment of the path from concept to operational space-based power station.\n RAeS Members\, Associated Branch Members and students attend free. Non-mem bers are encouraged to make a £3 donation. LOCATION:Holywell Park\, Loughborough University\, Loughborough URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/loughborough-branch-space-based-solar-pow er-how-the-uk-is-turning-science-fiction-into-reality GEO:52.7600000;-1.2440000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:x4fpAJ@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270228 SUMMARY:Talk: A Tale of Two Lancs by Mike Chatterton DESCRIPTION:Join Mike Chatterton for an engaging talk about his experiences piloting two iconic Lancasters: the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight's ' City of Lincoln' and the privately owned 'Just Jane' at the Lincolnshire A viation Heritage Centre.\nMike retired from the RAF in 2013 after nearly 4 0 years as a multi-engine aircraft pilot with the rank of Flight Lieutenan t. He graduated from RAF College Cranwell in 1976 and flew the AEW Shackle ton at Lossiemouth before transitioning to the Maritime Nimrod at Kinloss. In 1989\, he posted to Coningsby with the aim of flying the Lancaster wit h the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.\nAs a current Lancaster pilot\, h e was invited to operate the East Kirkby aircraft when restored to taxiing condition in 1995\, providing passenger rides and continuing to do so eve r since. He also taxis the Mosquito NF2 at East Kirkby. After nine years a t Coningsby\, he transferred to 51 Squadron at Waddington flying the Nimro d R1\, participating in operations in the Balkans\, Iraq\, Afghanistan\, a nd Libya. On 29 July 2011\, he delivered the last airworthy Nimrod to Kemb le\, completing his final flying tour.\nMike is particularly proud that hi s father\, John\, was also a Lancaster pilot during World War II\, and the y frequently performed together at Coningsby and East Kirkby. The presenta tion includes still photographs and short video clips documenting these un ique experiences.\nThe talk will be held in the NAAFI function room at 1:3 0 pm\, followed by tea and cake at 3:00 pm. Please note that admission to the Centre is not included in the ticket price. LOCATION:Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre\, East Kirkby URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/talk-a-tale-of-two-lancs-by-mike-chattert on GEO:53.1408570;-0.0010760 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:bEYGOK@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270310T184500Z DTEND:20270310T201500Z SUMMARY:Weybridge Branch: 51 Squadron and Airborne Signals Intelligence (SI GINT) DESCRIPTION:Air Commodore Bill Tyack CBE FRAeS FRIN presents an in-depth ex amination of No. 51 Squadron and the history of airborne signals intellige nce (SIGINT) operations. This lecture draws back the curtain on a squadron and area of operations that were cloaked in secrecy for many years.\nBill Tyack\, who commanded No. 51 Squadron during the 1980s\, begins with an e xplanation of airborne SIGINT capabilities before tracing their developmen t from "The Battle of the Beams" in 1940 through the Second World War. He then covers the Cold War history of 192 and 51 Squadrons\, describing the capability and operations of the Nimrod R signals intelligence aircraft.\n The presentation concludes with a discussion of the squadron's current ope rations with the Rivet Joint aircraft\, drawing on open-source information . This is an exceptional opportunity to hear from a senior RAF officer wit h direct command experience of this specialised and historically secretive capability.\nThe event is held at Brooklands Museum Clubhouse in Weybridg e\, Surrey. RAeS membership is not required\, and all are welcome. An entr y donation of £5.00 is requested (card payment at the door)\, though this is waived for those under 21 or holders of a current Student Union card. The Brooklands Club Members bar opens from 17:45\, with pre-order food fac ilities available. Certificates of Attendance for C.Eng or CPD purposes ar e available on request. LOCATION:Brooklands Museum\, Weybridge URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/weybridge-branch-51-squadron-and-airborne -signals-intelligence-sigint GEO:51.3500000;-0.4700000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:NvvnGI@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270316T190000Z DTEND:20270316T213000Z SUMMARY:Prestwick Branch 2027 McIntyre Lecture: From Concorde to Boom Super sonic - The history and future of supersonic air transport DESCRIPTION:The 2027 McIntyre Lecture will provide a unique insight into th e future of supersonic air transport. Concorde was a truly remarkable airc raft that\, for over 27 years\, allowed civil passengers to experience fly ing at speeds up to Mach 2. However\, Concorde faced significant limitatio ns\, particularly its inability to fly supersonic over land due to sonic b oom restrictions. After a tragic crash in July 2000 and a brief return to service\, Concorde was eventually retired.\nSeveral attempts have been mad e to develop new civil supersonic aircraft\, encompassing both business je ts and airliners\, which this lecture will explore in detail. One credible successor to Concorde has emerged: Overture\, developed by Boom Supersoni c. Despite not yet being built\, Overture has already secured 130 orders f rom major airlines. In 2025\, the XB-1 (a one-third scale supersonic demon strator) achieved a top speed of Mach 1.18 with no perceptible sonic boom at ground level.\nProfessor Richard Parker CBE FREng FRAeS\, an advisor to Boom Supersonic\, will present the fascinating story of aircraft and engi ne development to date. The lecture will be held on 16 March 2027 at Lectu re Theatre 2\, Ayr Campus\, University of the West of Scotland. Registrati on begins at 18:00\, with the lecture running from 19:00 to 21:30 GMT. Thi s is an in-person event. LOCATION:Ayr Campus\, University of the West of Scotland\, Ayr URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/prestwick-branch-2027-mcintyre-lecture-fr om-concorde-to-boom-supersonic-the-history-and-future-of-supersonic-air-tr ansport GEO:55.4580000;-4.6170000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:r5plAu@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270327 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270328 SUMMARY:Talk: Saving Amy (Airspeed Oxford) DESCRIPTION:Join Eric Watkiss for a fascinating talk on the Saving Amy Airs peed Oxford Project at Hangar 42 Spitfire Visitors Centre in Blackpool. Th is presentation explores the restoration of a rare Royal Canadian Air Forc e Airspeed Oxford Mk V Serial Number EB 518 to static exhibition condition \, created as a memorial to Amy Johnson\, the pioneering aviator who flew from Blackpool Airport in an Airspeed Oxford on the day she went missing i n 1941.\nThe restoration project aims to represent Oxford Mk.II V3540\, th e aircraft in which the famous aviatrix was lost on 5 January 1941 after d eparting from RAF Squires Gate (now Blackpool Airport). Beyond honouring J ohnson's legacy\, the exhibit serves as a permanent memorial to all RAF an d Commonwealth crews who flew the Airspeed Oxford during the Second World War.\nThe substantial remains of EB518\, built in 1943\, were recovered fr om Canada where it had served with 35 Service Flying Training School at No rth Battleford as part of the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan. Afte r being struck off charge in August 1946 and left in storage\, the aircraf t was recovered by the Midland Aircraft Recovery Group in the late 1990s. Due to deterioration of the wooden airframe structure\, significant recons truction work has been necessary to restore it to exhibition standard.\nTh e talk is held in the NAAFI function room at 1:30 pm. Admission to the Lin colnshire Aviation Heritage Centre is not included in the ticket price but can be purchased separately if desired. Tea and cake will be served from 3:00 pm following the presentation. LOCATION:Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre\, East Kirkby URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/talk-saving-amy-airspeed-oxford GEO:53.1408570;-0.0010760 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Mzqd3Q@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171005Z DTSTART:20270415T180000Z DTEND:20270415T200000Z SUMMARY:Birmingham\, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch: Jackal Drone DESCRIPTION:This lecture\, presented by the Birmingham\, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch of the Royal Aeronautical Society\, focuses on the developm ent of the Jackal Drone\, which the British military are looking to procur e. The event will be held on 15 April 2027 at RAF Museum Midlands Lecture Theatre in Cosford. The lecture runs from 19:00 to 21:00 BST (UTC+1) and i s an in-person event. The speaker is Anna-Lisa Russell-Smith\, who will di scuss the development and procurement plans for this military drone system . LOCATION:RAF Cosford\, Cosford URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/birmingham-wolverhampton-and-cosford-bran ch-jackal-drone GEO:52.6405240;-2.3053260 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:YHDgql@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171006Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270417 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270418 SUMMARY:Talk: Bomber Command by Anthony Jackson DESCRIPTION:Join Anthony Jackson for a comprehensive talk on Bomber Command during World War II. This engaging presentation covers the history\, grow th\, aircraft and technological advancements of Bomber Command\, featuring notable figures and key missions throughout the war. The talk includes a remembrance section honouring the sacrifices made during this significant period of aviation history.\nAnthony Jackson is a senior lecturer in param edic science at the University of Sunderland with over 30 years of experie nce in education across various disciplines. An avid amateur historian and World War II reenactor\, Anthony's particular interest in Bomber Command stems from his family connection to 550 Squadron\, which was based at Nort h Killingholme during the Second World War.\nThe talk will be held in the function room of the NAAFI at 1:30pm\, followed by tea and cake. Please no te that admission to the Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre is not incl uded with your talk ticket. If you wish to visit the museum as well\, an a dditional admission fee will be payable separately. LOCATION:Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre\, East Kirkby URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/talk-bomber-command-by-anthony-jackson GEO:53.1408570;-0.0010760 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CbCyay@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171006Z DTSTART:20270421T183000Z DTEND:20270421T225959Z SUMMARY:WLAC and Joystick Club speaker night: Mitchell vs Messerschmitt LOCATION:West London Aero Club\, Maidenhead URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wlac-and-joystick-club-speaker-night-mitc hell-vs-messerschmitt GEO:51.5003000;-0.7744000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:S4DxVZ@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171006Z DTSTART:20270427T183000Z DTEND:20270427T200000Z SUMMARY:Loughborough Branch: First Waltz - building Blue Danube\, Britain's first atomic bomb DESCRIPTION:Dr Jonathan Aylen\, Honorary Senior Research Fellow at Manchest er Institute of Innovation\, presents an in-depth account of the developme nt and engineering of Blue Danube – Britain's first atomic bomb\, which entered service with the RAF during the Cold War.\nThis lively and surpris ing lecture pieces together how Britain's nuclear deterrent was constructe d through pragmatic engineering solutions to novel problems. The presentat ion reveals the real-world challenges faced during development\, including difficulties in shaping conventional high explosives and ensuring the fre e-fall bomb could actually leave the aircraft. Notably\, Britain's nuclear posture was at one stage threatened by a shortage of clockwork components .\nThe engineering effort drew on an unexpected coalition of British manuf acturers: a maker of railway tank engines in Leeds\, a firm producing hot water bottles in Barnsley\, and various obliging engineering firms in Sout hern England. This account is based on extensive research into Cold War te chnologies and demonstrates how Britain's early atomic bombs were construc ted using innovative industrial solutions.\nDr Aylen's expertise spans res earch on Cold War technologies\, innovations in rolling mill technology\, revolutionary computer applications at British Rail\, and guided missile d esign. He is a visiting researcher at the University of Manchester and a r ecent President of the Newcomen Society.\nRAeS Members\, Associated Branch Members\, and students attend free of charge. All other attendees are enc ouraged to make a donation of £3. LOCATION:Holywell Park\, Loughborough University\, Loughborough URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/loughborough-branch-first-waltz-building- blue-danube-britains-first-atomic-bomb GEO:52.7600000;-1.2440000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Clbyay@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171006Z DTSTART:20270511T183000Z DTEND:20270511T200000Z SUMMARY:Loughborough Branch: Flying and Displaying Vintage Piston Aircraft DESCRIPTION:This lecture explores Rod Dean's 40-year career displaying vint age piston-powered aircraft\, from the modest Bulldog and Slingsby T67 to iconic fighter aircraft including the Mustang\, Bearcat\, Spitfire and man y others. The presentation provides insight into the performance character istics and handling of these historic aircraft.\nRod Dean is an experience d Aviation Consultant who retired from the RAF in 1984 after 21 years of s ervice\, during which he flew operationally on Hunter and Jaguar aircraft\ , with additional time on the Hawk\, Jet Provost\, Meteor\, Gnat and Chipm unk. As Strike Command Hunter display pilot at RAF Chivenor in 1972–1973 \, he performed approximately 50 public displays and won the inaugural WD and HO Wills Solo Jet Display Trophy at the North Weald International Air Tattoo in 1972.\nOn the civil display circuit\, Rod has piloted numerous W orld War II and post-war piston fighters including the Mustang\, Corsair\, Wildcat\, Sea Fury\, Bearcat\, Hurricane\, Harvard and Skyraider\, alongs ide vintage jets such as the Meteor\, Vampire\, Venom\, T33\, F86 Sabre an d Hunter. His CAA Display Authorisation qualifies him to lead formations o f any size\; he notably led a 19-aircraft Big Wing formation of Spitfires and Hurricanes at Duxford in September 2000. In 2001\, he led a Hunter tea m whose display was judged Best Overall Flying Demonstration at RAF Cottes more Royal International Air Tattoo\, earning the King Hussein Memorial Sw ord. Rod has recently retired from active display flying following a succe ssful 2023 season but continues recreational aviation.\nRAeS Members\, Ass ociated Branch Members and students attend free. Non-members are welcome a nd encouraged to make a £3 donation. For queries\, contact Goff Tearle at rafgoff1@gmail.com. LOCATION:Holywell Park\, Loughborough University\, Loughborough URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/loughborough-branch-flying-and-displaying -vintage-piston-aircraft GEO:52.7600000;-1.2440000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:eqdMCI@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171006Z DTSTART:20270512T174500Z DTEND:20270512T191500Z SUMMARY:Weybridge Branch AGM and Lecture: The Story of 9 RAF Pilots From 1 Family in 106 Years DESCRIPTION:The Weybridge Branch presents an AGM followed by a fascinating lecture on the remarkable story of nine RAF pilots from a single family sp anning 106 years. Speaker Anthony Inglis Howard-Williams\, an accomplished Grammy-nominated conductor and long-standing RAF Association supporter\, will recount how all nine family members survived their service\, despite the odds. Amongst them are an Air Marshal who conceived the Dunkirk little ships and served as Chief of Air Staff for the RNZAF\; a Flight Lieutenan t currently flying Chinooks with 18 Squadron from Odiham\; an Air Commodor e who served as number two to Dowding at Bentley Priory and later founded Airmail\; a Battle of Britain pilot who flew with Douglas Bader in 19 Squa dron at Duxford\; an Air Vice Marshal who influenced Roosevelt on the "Ger many First" policy\; a Flight Lieutenant who joined the RAF at age 66\; a Group Captain credited with the joint highest number of pathfinder operati ons in World War II\; and a Squadron Leader who flew a ME410 in 1944. The Branch AGM commences at 16:30\, followed by the lecture from 18:45 to 20:1 5 BST. The Brooklands Club Members bar opens from 17:30 with pre-order foo d service at 17:45 (card payment required). Certificates of Attendance for C.Eng or CPD purposes are available upon request. LOCATION:Brooklands Museum\, Weybridge URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/weybridge-branch-agm-and-lecture-the-stor y-of-9-raf-pilots-from-1-family-in-106-years GEO:51.3500000;-0.4700000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:XwXmV1@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171006Z DTSTART:20270520T180000Z DTEND:20270520T200000Z SUMMARY:Birmingham\, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch: The Azores Glider DESCRIPTION:On 24 August 2001\, an Airbus A330-200 jet powered by Rolls-Roy ce Trent 700 ran out of fuel mid-Atlantic and successfully glided 121 kilo metres to land in the Azores. This lecture welcomes Mr Martin Maltby FRAeS \, who was the Chief Engineer of the Trent 700 engine and was closely invo lved in the subsequent investigation.\nThe presentation examines the root cause of the incident\, the pilots' actions\, and the findings of the form al inquiry. The audience are invited to consider how they would have respo nded to the evolving situation.\nMartin Maltby obtained a degree in Aerona utical Engineering at Imperial College London and has worked at Rolls-Royc e and BAE Systems. Initially\, he worked on the RTM322 engine for the Merl in and Apache helicopters before becoming Chief Powerplant Engineer at BAe . He rejoined Rolls-Royce and became Chief Engineer of the Trent 700\, Tre nt 500\, and the BR725 for the Gulfstream G650. He subsequently served as Technical Director of the TP400 engine for the A400M military transport be fore returning as Chief Engineer of the BR710 NextGen business jet engine. Martin is a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society and was awarded the RAeS Bronze Medal in 2012 for his work on certifying the TP400. He is also President of the RAeS Berlin-Brandenburg Branch. LOCATION:RAF Cosford\, Cosford URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/birmingham-wolverhampton-and-cosford-bran ch-the-azores-glider GEO:52.6405240;-2.3053260 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:WwHAO6@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171006Z DTSTART:20270617T180000Z DTEND:20270617T200000Z SUMMARY:Birmingham\, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch: Sputnik 1 - three sc ore years and ten ago DESCRIPTION:The year 2027 marks 70 years since Sputnik 1 became the first a rtificial Earth satellite. This lecture\, hosted by the Birmingham\, Wolve rhampton and Cosford Branch of the Royal Aeronautical Society\, looks back to those early days of spaceflight along with some of the myths and legen ds that surround them. The event takes place on 17 June 2027 at the RAF Mu seum Midlands Lecture Theatre in Cosford and runs from 19:00 to 21:00 BST. The speaker is John Thatcher. LOCATION:RAF Cosford\, Cosford URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/birmingham-wolverhampton-and-cosford-bran ch-sputnik-1-three-score-years-and-ten-ago GEO:52.6405240;-2.3053260 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:X7AmV1@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171006Z DTSTART:20270915T183000Z DTEND:20270915T225959Z SUMMARY:WLAC and Joystick Club speaker night: Hawker testbeds LOCATION:West London Aero Club\, Maidenhead URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/wlac-and-joystick-club-speaker-night-hawk er-testbeds GEO:51.5003000;-0.7744000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:NsrnGI@events.aero DTSTAMP:20261010T171006Z DTSTART:20271005T160000Z DTEND:20271005T183000Z SUMMARY:RAeS Edwin A Link Named Lecture 2027 DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the RAeS Edwin A. Link Named Lecture 2027\, a prestigious annual lecture honouring aviation pioneer Edwin A. Link\, who se revolutionary Link Trainer transformed pilot training and laid the foun dations for modern simulation.\nThis event brings together leaders from ac ross aerospace\, training\, simulation\, and technology to examine the cha llenges and opportunities shaping the future of flight. Building on previo us lectures that have explored the expanding role of simulation and modell ing across the aerospace sector\, the 2027 lecture will continue the tradi tion of thought-provoking discussion\, innovation\, and industry insight.\ nJoin fellow aerospace professionals\, researchers\, academics\, regulator s\, pilots\, instructors\, and industry leaders for an evening of discussi on at the home of the Royal Aeronautical Society.\nEvent Schedule:\n17:00 - Registration\n17:30 - Lecture\n18:30 - Drinks reception\n19:30 - End of event\nFurther details on the lecture topic and speaker(s) will be announc ed in due course. LOCATION:Royal Aeronautical Society\, London URL:https://events.aero/gb/events/raes-edwin-a-link-named-lecture-2027 GEO:51.5045000;-0.1494000 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR