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Marc Heal Receives the Distinguished Flying Cross
Flight Lieutenant Marc Heal a Chinook pilot from Odiham has been presented with the Distinguished Flying Cross by The Queen, for his 'superior flying skills in Afghanistan, his inspirational command of his crew and calmness under fire setting an outstanding example of gallantry, professionalism and courage that undoubtedly saved lives
Watch Again: 'Fighting the Red Baron'
On Friday evening (4th Jun) 'Fighting the Red Baron' was shown on Channel 4. Two ex-RAF pilots, Andy Offer and Mark Cutmore, were faced with the same challenges as WWI pilots. They said it was 'an exhilarating and surprising experience'. A more than worthwhile watch. If you missed it there is an opportunity to view again
Consider, before slashing Defence by 25% warns Professor
It has been muted that the three services will be cut by 25% over the next ten years if the coalition government takes the hard line on public spending it plans. Professor Malcolm Chalmers, from the Royal United Services Institute, however warns that such deep cuts would be a mistake and advocates a more balanced and sustainable path
JPA Wins Two Industry Awards...
The MoD's Service Personnel and Veterans Agency (SPVA) has won two industry awards for its management of JPA. SPVA was viewed by the European judges to 'demonstrate a leading ability to deliver change' and had a 'relentless focus on technological development'. The judges were also impressed by the £130m savings delivered to date
