Please note, RAF Northolt is a no-smoking station. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the station, including outdoor areas.
About Us
About Us
History of the Airfield
RAF Northolt was named after the nearby Northolt Junction railway station, but this was subsequently re-named South Ruislip Tube Station.
RAF Northolt pre-dates the formation of the RAF, its story begins in 1915 to support First World War operations.
After the Armistice in November 1918, there was commercial interest in Northolt and in June 1919 it was licenced as a joint Civil-RAF Aerodrome with a charter flight business and flying school.
1938/39 and RAF Northolt began preparations for conflict with Germany with two 2,400 ft runways being constructed. The RAF soon faced one of their toughest tests with RAF Northolt, supported by Canadian and Polish allies, playing a major part in the Battle of Britain.
RAF Safety/Operations
At the end of WWII, RAF Northolt became the base for European flights operated by BOAC and became home to a number of operators including Swissair and Iberia. British European Airways (BEA) was founded at Northolt in 1946, with its head office located at the North side of the airfield. Scheduled services into Northolt continued with regular flights operated by companies such as Aer Lingus, SAS and Alitalia. During the 1950’s flights gradually transferred into the new Heathrow Airport and the final scheduled flight from Northolt was on the 30 October 1954.
What We Do Today
Today, RAF Northolt is home to not only No 32. (The Royal) Sqn but also many supported units of various diverse roles and trades and looks forward to continuing to be a successful RAF Station.
Contact Us
Address
The Operations Building,
RAF Northolt, West End Road,
Ruislip, Middlesex,
HA4 6NG
Opening Hours
Airfield operational:
Monday - Friday: 08:00 to 20:00
Saturday 08:00 to 15:00
Sunday 12:00 to 19:00
