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The Royal Air Squadron Charity

Also known as: Geoffrey De Haviland Flying Foundation, Geoffrey De Havilland Flying Foundation

To advance knowledge and education in aviation and aerospace, particularly to support and encourage young people seeking careers in the armed services or aerospace industry.

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Activities & Mission

To advance knowledge and education in aviation and aerospace, particularly to support and encourage young people seeking careers in the armed services or aerospace industry.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£56,309
Latest Expenditure
£48,263

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 85.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 85.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2023 — The Worldwings Charitable Trust (organisation 5073900)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£56,309
£48,2630 / 12
2023
£91,650
£43,3890 / 12
2022
£42,830
£20,3000 / 12
2021
£38,631
£19,8440 / 12
2020
£48,596
£26,9680 / 12

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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Air Squadron Charity

What does The Royal Air Squadron Charity do?

To advance knowledge and education in aviation and aerospace, particularly to support and encourage young people seeking careers in the armed services or aerospace industry.

How much income did The Royal Air Squadron Charity report in 2024?

The Royal Air Squadron Charity reported total income of £56k and reported expenditure of £48k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Royal Air Squadron Charity registered as a charity?

The Royal Air Squadron Charity was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 September 1966 as charity number 306024. It has been registered for 60 years.

Who runs The Royal Air Squadron Charity?

The Royal Air Squadron Charity is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Julian STINTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Royal Air Squadron Charity operate?

The Royal Air Squadron Charity operates across 5 areas, including France, Malta, Northern Ireland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Royal Air Squadron Charity a registered charity?

Yes — The Royal Air Squadron Charity is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 306024.

Details

Address
c/o Kingsley Barn
Gander Business Park
Forge Road
Kingsley
Bordon
Hampshir
Website
www.gdhf.com
Registration Date
19 September 1966
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
306024
Charity Number
306024

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Trustees

Julian STINTON Chair
DR THE HON GILBERT GREENALL CBE MD DL
Also governs 1 other charity
Jonathan James Valentine ELWES FCA
MARK RUDOLF CORETH
SIR IAN DAVID MACFADYEN KCVO CB
TIM CLARK

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Geoffrey De Haviland Flying Foundation
  • Geoffrey De Havilland Flying Foundation

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14 May 2026
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