RAF BRIZE NORTON Personnel see Warrant Officer Durham off in style

Warrant Officer Paul ‘Spike’ Durham was given a traditional send off by personnel at Royal Air Force Brize Norton on 20th Jan 2023.

Warrant Officer Paul ‘Spike’ Durham was given a traditional send off by personnel at Royal Air Force Brize Norton on 20th Jan 2023.

Station personnel greeted him outside 99 Squadron to wave him on his way and honour his dedicated service. He was driven off Station in an old military Land Rover manufactured in 1983, 1 year before WO Durham was attested.

His route from the Squadron to the Station entrance was lined with family, colleagues and friends who applauded as he went past. At the Station entrance he was greeted and marched off base by Group Captain Burdett, Cdr Air Wing, who issued him with his Bowler Hat and umbrella to signify his retirement from the Royal Air Force.

Completing 38 years of service, Warrant Officer Durham has been involved in every conflict since he joined the Royal Air Force; this is an incredible achievement.

Good luck on your retirement Warrant Officer Durham; after 38 years of service we think you deserve to put your feet up.