100 Years Of The RAF

Channel 5, 8pm, Friday

On April 1, 1918, the Royal Air Force was born. Now 100 years of age, it is the oldest independent air force in the world, and at the time of its formation, the largest. In the decades since, the courage and perseverance of its personnel, coupled with its innovations, have helped secure freedom and safety for many, both at home and abroad. In this fascinating documentary, Martyn Lewis narrates the RAF’S history, revealing how it still strives to live up to its mission statement.