Three AirTanker pilots awarded RAF wings at ceremony

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 16:32 · Archive

Three sponsored reservist pilots employed by AirTanker have been awarded their RAF wings in a ceremony recognising their service within the Voyager Force, the Royal Air Force's primary air-to-air refuelling and strategic air transport fleet based at RAF Brize Norton. Air Vice-Marshal Simon Strasdin presented the wings in front of family, colleagues and senior figures from across the force.

The pilots are civilian-licensed Airbus A330 pilots employed by AirTanker who also serve as commissioned officers in the RAF Reserve. They brought significant commercial aviation experience to the Voyager Force before completing the military training required to serve on operations. After recruit and officer training, they undertook Voyager conversion training and qualified in both military air transport and air-to-air refuelling.

Wing Commander Nick Brook, Officer Commanding 10 Squadron, said the award recognised the pilots' professionalism, commitment to military service and contribution to operational delivery. The wings are awarded once reservists are qualified to undertake operational duties on Voyager and demonstrate they have met the same professional standards as regular RAF aircrew.

Three AirTanker pilots awarded RAF wings at ceremony — Image: Oxford Mail

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RAF wings awarded to trio of AirTanker reservist pilotsVoyager Force is the fleet of the Royal Air Force's primary air-to-air refuelling (AAR) and strategic air transport fleet, based at RAF Brize Norton.Oxford Mail · 24 Oct, 16:00
RAF wings awarded to trio of AirTanker reservist pilotsVoyager Force is the fleet of the Royal Air Force's primary air-to-air refuelling (AAR) and strategic air transport fleet, based at RAF Brize Norton.Oxfordshire Guardian · 24 Oct, 16:00

In this story: RAF Brize Norton · AirTanker · Air Vice-Marshal Simon Strasdin · Wing Commander Nick Brook · Voyager Force

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