The Queen offered “heartfelt congratulations” to the Royal Air Force to mark its centenary.
It was 100 years ago on April 1 1918 that the Royal Flying Corps and the Royal Naval Air Service merged to create the RAF.
A series of events were being held to mark the milestone, including a baton relay.
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