Hi, what do the markings on the fuselage of RAF fighters mean and represent? two letters then a RAF symbol and another letter then small numbers. thanks
K5083 - Squadron Codes this should explain the letters. rear letter and numbers represent the planes I.D. ...e.g. : H-655 = H for hotel, using the phonetic call signs..
Umm Sniper1946, Isn't that the modern NATO phonetic alphabet. The RAF had a quite different one RAF phonetic alphabet - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Nice site, very informative.
Dear Sir, The two letter / numeral code identified the squadron, the single letter / numeral the individual aircraft within the squadron. The letter / numric combination, (usually on the rear fuselage, or under the tailplane) the makers "registration" number to identify the aircraft much as a car's registration number. Hope this is of some use.