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Affinity recently attended the National Air and Space Camp Industry Day at RAF Syerston, joining organisations from across the aviation and aerospace sector to inspire the next generation of aviation…
Affinity recently welcomed a group of cadets attending the National Air & Space Camp to RAF Cranwell for a behind-the-scenes look at Affinity and the role we play in supporting…
This summer, Affinity was proud to take part in two fantastic community events, Cranfest at RAF Cranwell and RAF Valley Families Day. Both events brought together colleagues, families and friends…
Airworthiness as a Strategic Capability: Supporting Safe, Compliant and Operationally Ready Aircraft
Behind every safe, compliant and operationally ready aircraft is a framework of planning, oversight, records, compliance and assurance. While much of this work happens away from the flight line, it…
Affinity’s Executive Team recently attended the RIAT 2026 Defence Engagement Programme, joining military leaders, government representatives and industry partners from across the global aviation and defence community. While this year’s…
Affinity Flying Services (Affinity), a key partner in the UK Military Flying Training System (UK MFTS), has achieved a major aviation milestone, supporting more than 100,000 flying training hours across…
Known in UK service as the Texan T1, the Beechcraft T-6C Texan is the latest evolution of one of the world’s most proven training aircraft. Renowned for its performance and…
Affinity recently welcomed students from the Jon Egging Trust (JET) to RAF Cranwell for a Graduation Preparation Workshop, supporting them as they take the next steps in their development. The…
As part of Armed Forces Week, we’re taking the opportunity to reflect on the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces. Across our sites, our teams work alongside military…
On Saturday 13 June, aircraft supported by Affinity took part in the King’s Birthday Flypast, which marked the Official Birthday of His Majesty King Charles III as part of the…
We are pleased to share that Affinity has been awarded the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award, recognising our continued commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community. The Defence Employer…
The Grob Prefect T1 plays a key role within the UK Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS), providing a modern aircraft platform designed for reliability, performance and consistency across the wider…
We’re pleased to share that Wayne Rowett, Business Services Manager, and Khalid Hussain, HSE Advisor, have been awarded a Head of Flying Training Commendation as part of the 2025 New…
Building Engineering Capability from Within: How Affinity is Addressing the Aviation Skills Shortage
The aviation industry continues to face a well-documented shortage of engineering and maintenance personnel. Research from the Royal Aeronautical Society. highlights that this is not a short-term gap, but a long-term…
At Affinity, we are committed to supporting the growth and development of our people. We believe learning is most effective when it’s grounded in real experience and supported by strong…
The Embraer Phenom 100 plays a vital role within the UK Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS), serving as the first multi‑engine jet aircraft used to train future Royal Air Force…
Last week, Alex Davison, our Business Director, and Al Wright, our Campaign Consultant, represented Affinity at the 2026 Military Flight Training (MFT) Conference in Switzerland, where military, industry and training…
Affinity continues to invest in the skills, capability and long term development of its engineering workforce, recently delivering Prefect Avionics Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) training for avionics engineers and technicians…
Affinity recently made a donation of surplus survival equipment and clothing to Loyal Wingman, an aviation‑led initiative supporting Ukrainian pilots operating in challenging conditions. The donation was made to Stuart…
On 1 February 2026, we proudly celebrated 10 years of delivering safe, reliable and mission‑ready aircraft services that support the Royal Air Force’s pilot training pipeline. Since launching in 2016,…
As we mark 10 years of Affinity, we’re celebrating the experiences and achievements of the people who helped build us. These reflections, shared directly by our long‑serving colleagues, capture the…
Affinity’s Head of HR & Training, Louise Lambert, recently attended the APPG Apprenticeships Fair in Westminster, contributing to national discussions on the future of apprenticeships and workforce development across the…
My Amazing 10 Years with Affinity: What Being an MD Has Taught Me – Authored by Iain Chalmers – Managing Director – Affinity Flying Services I’ve had the privilege of…
Thought Leadership Article – Authored by Alex Davison, Affinity Flying Services Business Director As Affinity approaches its 10-year milestone in February 2026, it’s more than a celebration of time; it’s…
On 1st February 2026, Affinity is proud to mark 10 years since our official operational launch in 2016, celebrating a decade of progress, engineering excellence and strong partnerships across our…
Affinity is proud to announce that our Stores and Transport Team at RAF Valley has been awarded the prestigious Joint Commander’s Coin, a military award presented for exceptional service and…
Last week, Affinity was honoured to attend the No 3 Flying Training School Biennial Dinner, an event that brought together key partners and stakeholders in a spirit of collaboration. The…
Affinity was honoured to join The Air League at their annual Scholarship Awards Reception in London. This inspiring event brought together the 2025 Scholars, their families, and training partners to…
Affinity is proud to announce an incredible milestone, 90,000 flying hours. This achievement reflects the dedication, precision, and teamwork that underpin everything we do in support of the UK Military…
Our team attended the TrustFlight Users Forum in London,a two-day event that brought together aviation professionals to share experiences and explore the future of digital management systems. The forum provided…
