RAF Boulmer

RAF Boulmer Official Facebook account of 2 Groups RAF Boulmer, a Station of the Royal Air Force and home to Air C2 Force, 19 Squadron, 20 Squadron and 144 Signals Unit.

RAF Boulmer is a key component of the RAF Battlespace Management Force and home to 19 and 20 Squadron. Using ground based military and civilian radars, 19 Squadron at RAF Boulmer are responsible for compiling the Recognised Air Picture, a radar snapshot of all aircraft within the UK Airspace and its approaches. The Control and Reporting Centre monitor the RAP 24/7, 365 days a year to provide tacti

cal control of the Quick Reaction Alert Typhoons at RAF Lossiemouth and RAF Coningsby, which launch to intercept unidentified aircraft. RAF Boulmer is also home to 20 Squadron, delivering specialist training for RAF Aerospace Battle Management Officers and SNCOS, airmen/airwomen of the Aerospace Systems Manager/Operation trades as well as the wider UK armed forces, NATO and other foreign national military personnel. With over 600 students attending 120 courses a year the school is a worldwide centre of excellence. Our personnel are heavily engaged in global operations and deployments in support of defence commitments, their excellent contribution at home and abroad provides critical support to the delivery of essential operational tasks. Located near the picturesque town of Alnwick in Northumberland, with beautiful countryside, a stunning coastline on our doorstep and a warm welcome from the locals, RAF Boulmer has for too long been a well-kept secret.

Today marks the 111th Birthday of 19 Squadron and 20 Squadron. To commemorate the occasion, both Squadrons came together...
01/09/2026

Today marks the 111th Birthday of 19 Squadron and 20 Squadron. To commemorate the occasion, both Squadrons came together for a joint ceremony, celebrating their history and heritage.

RAF Boulmer is pleased to share that £223.93 was raised during the RAFA Rides event held at The Alnwick Garden recently....
25/08/2026

RAF Boulmer is pleased to share that £223.93 was raised during the RAFA Rides event held at The Alnwick Garden recently.

The funds raised will support the valuable work of the Royal Air Forces Association (RAFA), helping to provide welfare and wellbeing support to serving personnel, veterans and their families.

RAF Boulmer would like to thank The Alnwick Garden for hosting the event and everyone who donated, volunteered, stopped by for a chat or showed their support over the two days.

Your generosity and community spirit helped make the event a success.

RAF Boulmer was pleased to welcome Air and Space Commander Air Marshal Mark Flewin, during his visit to the Air Command ...
20/08/2026

RAF Boulmer was pleased to welcome Air and Space Commander Air Marshal Mark Flewin, during his visit to the Air Command and Control Force this week.

Hosted by Commander Air C2 Force, Group Captain Lisa Foy, the visit provided an opportunity to showcase the vital role RAF Boulmer and the wider Air C2 Force play in delivering UK air surveillance, command and control, and operational support.

During the visit, Air Marshal Mark Flewin met personnel from across the Force, received briefings on current activities and future developments, and gained a greater understanding of the capabilities, challenges and opportunities that shape the Air Command and Control Force.

The visit highlighted the expertise, innovation and operational excellence that enable the Air C2 Force to deliver air and space power in support of UK and allied defence.

This week, RAF Boulmer welcomed Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff Air Bases, Group Captain Vamplew, for a visit to see fir...
05/08/2026

This week, RAF Boulmer welcomed Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff Air Bases, Group Captain Vamplew, for a visit to see first-hand the progress being made with the station's ongoing infrastructure projects.�

The visit included a tour of the new accommodation blocks currently under construction, which remain on track to open in Spring 2027.

Congratulations to everyone who received an award at our Honours and Awards Ceremony this week.Personnel from across the...
01/08/2026

Congratulations to everyone who received an award at our Honours and Awards Ceremony this week.

Personnel from across the Air Command and Control Force and RAF Boulmer were presented with their awards by Air Officer Commanding No. 2 Group, Air Vice-Marshal Lyle.

RAF Boulmer recently welcomed Air Officer Commanding No. 2 Group, Air Vice-Marshal John Lyle, for the Station's Annual F...
31/07/2026

RAF Boulmer recently welcomed Air Officer Commanding No. 2 Group, Air Vice-Marshal John Lyle, for the Station's Annual Formal Visit.

The visit provided Air Vice-Marshal Lyle with the opportunity to gain first-hand insight into several significant infrastructure projects currently underway across the Station. These included investment in modern accommodation and technical facilities, designed to enhance the living and working environment for our personnel while strengthening RAF Boulmer's ability to continue delivering its vital contribution to the UK's air defence mission.

During the visit, Air Vice-Marshal Lyle engaged with personnel from across the Station, learning more about their roles, achievements and the challenges they face. The visit also enabled him to gain assurance that RAF Boulmer remains ready and equipped to meet current and future operational demands.

Always great to welcome Warrant Officer of the Royal Air Force, Warrant Officer Subramaniam, to RAF Boulmer.During a rec...
09/07/2026

Always great to welcome Warrant Officer of the Royal Air Force, Warrant Officer Subramaniam, to RAF Boulmer.

During a recent visit he met with personnel from across RAF Boulmer and the Air Command and Control Force to discuss the current lived experience.

He also hosted a Town Hall and met with some of the Station’s LEAD Programme Graduates. LEAD is a leadership development programme for high-potential enlisted personnel.

Recently, team members from RAF Boulmer’s Station Delivery Squadron were at RAF Association Rothbury House to help celeb...
03/07/2026

Recently, team members from RAF Boulmer’s Station Delivery Squadron were at RAF Association Rothbury House to help celebrate Armed Forces Day with the local community!

It was a brilliant day bringing residents, visitors and supporters together to say a big thank you to serving personnel, veterans and their families. Our volunteers gave up their time throughout the day to help things run smoothly and make sure everyone had a great time.

For anyone who doesn’t know, Rothbury House is run by the Royal Air Forces Association (RAFA) and offers independent living, retirement accommodation, and a real sense of community for RAF veterans here in Northumberland.

Days like this really strengthen the bond between RAF Boulmer, RAFA and the community around us, all pulling together to support those who’ve served.

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