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What is the RAF?
The RAF, or Royal Air Force, is the UK's aerial warfare service. It protects UK airspace, supports military operations abroad, and provides humanitarian aid. The Red Arrows are just one part of the RAF, which also includes various aircraft like the Typhoon display team still performing at Eastbourne.
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