'The Few of the Few'

Monday 15 September 2025 is the 85th Battle of Britain Day when the nation pays tribute to  those who stood against the German Luftwaffe from 10 July - 31 October 1940.
The 112 day fight for control of Britain’s skies was the first decisive battle in history fought entirely in the air, and one which proved to be a dramatic turning point in WWII. 

Often unacknowledged are the 57 naval aviators who participated in the battle as part of the Royal Air Force's Fighter Command. Some pilots served alongside their Royal Air Force colleagues, flying Hawker Hurricanes and Supermarine Spitfires. The remaining aircrew, including three Royal Marine officers and five Petty Officers, flew with either 804 or 808 Naval Air Squadrons providing  dockyard defence. 
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Nine young Fleet Air Arm men lost their lives with Fighter Command during the Battle of Britain. 

Learn more about the Fleet Air Arm in the Battle of Britain here