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Boarding schools have come a long way since the tales of cold showers, uncaring, strict staff and huge dormitories filled with rows of home sick children. These days the emphasis is on patience and guiding students as they navigate social interactions, mental health issues and meeting the high expectations of the school, all that while being away from home for the first time, starting in a new school and living with 30 other peers. In an increasingly uncertain world, boarding provides a balanced, consistent constant. Nowadays, boarding is often described as ‘one big sleepover’ by students, who regard it as very much a ‘home from home’: secure, friendly places where not only can they flourish academically, but also learn tolerance, resilience, discipline, independence - and make life-long friends in the process. Evenings and weekends are packed with activities, both external and in-house, and as well as large grounds and facilities, children can enjoy the company of perhaps hundreds of others every day and weekend. Gordon’s School, built over a century ago at the express wish of Queen Victoria, as the national monument to General Gordon, is listed as one of Britain’s outstanding schools by Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector. A non-selective, co-educational state day and boarding school, set in some 50 acres of Surrey parkland close to London, the School is in the top 5% of all schools in England and Wales for progress at A Level.

However, Gordon’s is so much more than its academic results. The School’s ethos is that high performance without good character is not true success. So it’s not just the classrooms where students excel. Successes are also achieved in drama; the arts; debating; public speaking; dance and sport and in the enviable record of Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

The Boarding House is run as an extension of their home – the kitchen door is always open and their children and dog running around. Saturday morning pancakes in their kitchen are a weekly treat! Students feel comfortable, safe and secure - it’s their term time home and their aim is to make them feel that way. While extra support may be provided in the classrooms to make up for any gaps in their education or to stretch and challenge the children, Mr and Mrs Cooper see their job as keeping the atmosphere in the boarding house positive, upbeat and fun, as well as helping their charges to become more independent and organised. All students are encouraged to ‘have a go’ at sport, whether for their House or School and the school provides every opportunity to progress in their chosen field through the extensive facilities and coaches, many of whom have played on the international arena. A new sports hub and additional all-weather pitch have been added to the Surrey site and the school partners Harlequins, providing a pathway for talented rugby players to achieve their potential both on and off the pitch. There are also partnerships with Superleague netball club Surrey Storm, Vanarama League Football Club Aldershot Town FC and the National Shooting Centre. As well as sport, there are over 128 co-curricular choices for students every week, from Brazilian Jujitsu to Robotics Club and every child experiences the thrill of outdoor pursuits through the Combined Cadet Force, a tri-service offering students training in the Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force services or through the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme.

Over 70 per cent of the boarders at Gordon’s are from Service or Diplomatic families, attracted to the school by its experience and expertise in looking after these children, who may have been uprooted from many schools and countries before their arrival. Boarding offers these children a constant, a place away from perhaps the worry of a parent on active service.

While the individual is celebrated, the whole School unites for parades. Since its inception, as a national memorial to General Gordon, students have marched and there has always been a Pipes and Drums band. Dressed in their Blues uniform, the students parade around eight times a year and the school is the only one permitted to march along Whitehall - an annual tradition in remembrance of General Gordon.

There are three main admission points – at 11 and 13 years old and for Sixth Form. Those coming into the school in Year 7 as residential boarders, are housed together for the first year, becoming part of the extended Woolwich family, headed by Houseparents Sam and Daisy Cooper.

The real judgement of Gordon’s is the students. Visitors are struck by the friendliness, discipline and vibrancy throughout the school and by the family atmosphere, exemplified by the special rapport between staff and students.

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Stn Cdr’s Foreword Gp Capt Billy Cooper MA BA(Hons) RAF

A VERY WARM WELCOME TO THE AUTUMN EDITION OF THE ONETOONE MAGAZINE, AS SUMMER SEEMS LIKE A DISTANT MEMORY, SOME LEAVES ARE STILL HANGING ON TO THE BRANCHES IN BEAUTIFUL REDS, YELLOWS AND BROWNS AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO THE FOGGY DAYS OF DECEMBER!

lthough the weather has quietened down, the same cannot be said of the Station which has continued to deliver global Typhoon operations at an unrelenting pace and without missing a beat. 3(F) Sqn returned from another tour in the Eastern Mediterranean, XI(F) Sqn has really stretched its legs taking jets all the way to Malaysia for the Five Powers Defence Agreement exercise BERSAMA LIMA, 12 Sqn continued the RAF’s push for Agile Combat Employment by operating from an austere location in Yorkshire and 29 Sqn has graduated another course of Typhoon Qualified Weapons Instructors. Personnel from various sections across the Station, including 7 Force Protection Wing, also deployed to the Eastern Mediterranean supporting UK efforts to

return stability to the region. All just truly remarkable work. The extent of the sporting achievement across the Station is simply staggering. I am personally humbled by the desire and drive of the people here to not only excel in their day jobs but also on the field of play and often to benefit others. It is also fantastic to see recognition for the unsung heroes of the RAF Police Military Working Dogs who do so much, often at night, to maintain our security and it was fantastic to see the Station host another incredible boxing night. As we move into the Christmas period, my thanks go out to those who will deployed overseas or are conducting QRA – alongside special thanks to the families who support our service people so magnificently. Have a very merry Christmas and an even happier New Year!

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23 CONTENTS 06 3(F) SQN Aldergrove Detachment On Thursday 5th October and Friday 6th October, 3(F) Sqn deployed jets to Aldergrove for an engagement opportunity to showcase the Typhoon to Northern Ireland Universities’ Air Squadron (NIUAS), RAF Air Cadets and local Northern Ireland dignitaries. 07 XI(F) SQN As Autumn firmly sets in and Winter looms around the corner, The Eagles have migrated to warmer climates and arrived in Butterworth, Malaysia, for Exercise Bersama Lima. 09 TATCC The TATCC has been taking the Powerlifting world by storm over the past few months, with multiple personnel travelling to RAF Cosford to compete and help organise events. Most recently, our very own built differently, Sgt William Dunn (Insta @billdunn.pl) and AS1 Emma Perry were selected to represent the RAF team at the Inter Services (IS) Powerlifting Championships. 09 ALI CELL The Air Land Integration Squadron (ALIS) has had a very productive summer, participating in numerous training exercises to hone a wide range of skills; from core skills to complex Air Enablement as it aims to continue developing on Project HASTATI.

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THE RAF CONINGSBY JOURNAL

11 12 SQN The Sqn Mentor, Sqn Ldr Devenish, represented 12 Sqn at the Annual Bomber Command Day Service on the 28th of July, laying a wreath at the International Bomber Command Centre in Lincoln. 12 THE GUARDIANS OF THE NIGHT The Military Working Dog Section at RAF Coningsby provides vital first line defence throughout the hours of darkness. 13 B BMF The eagerly anticipated visit to the UK and to the BBMF at RAF Coningsby by reproduction Messerschmitt Me 262 D-IMTT was one of the most remarkable events for aviation enthusiasts for many years. It was the first time that a Me 262 had been seen in the skies over England since a captured example was flown shortly after the end of the Second World War. 15 J ET We caught up with Jon Egging Trust (JET ) volunteers Cpl Oliver Hawkins, from the Typhoon Mission Data Team, and Weapons Instructor, Sgt Carla Fishburn, to learn more about their work supporting local young people.

18 WORLD'S TOUGHEST ROW An expedition such as this is extremely dangerous and requires extensive preparation, something that the RAF is no stranger to. 19 PADRE PIECE I’ve done a few weddings this year, and it’s got me thinking about love... 22 ANNUAL BOXING NIGHT On 7 Sep 23, RAF Coningsby hosted its annual boxing show with service and local boxing clubs attending from across the country. 23 INTER SERVICE GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS 2023 A sizzling September saw the return of the Inter Service golf championships held at Woodhall Spa golf club.

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3(F) SQN Aldergrove Detachment On Thursday 5th October and Friday 6th October, 3(F) Sqn deployed jets to Aldergrove for an engagement opportunity to showcase the Typhoon to Northern Ireland Universities’ Air Squadron (NIUAS), RAF Air Cadets and local Northern Ireland dignitaries. A single jet departed Coningsby Thursday afternoon to provide an early evening flypast for a UAS dining in night and HMS Caroline, where industry partners were hosted for the evening. The following 3 jets departed RAF Coningsby on Friday. The sorties were used to complete essential currency training and on the Friday afternoon, there was the opportunity for UAS students to have a jet tour, a brief on the capabilities of the Typhoon and to ask the pilots about their flying training & front-line experiences. On Sunday, it was the turn of the RAF Air Cadets. Approximately 60 cadets arrived at Aldergrove eager to look round the jets. They were able to experience a jet tour and enjoy a sit in the cockpit of the Typhoons to take in the view from a pilots’ perspective. The cadets were incredibly

was had by all apart from the grovelling SEngO, who still owes us massively for his Typhoon pax experience.

enthusiastic and thoroughly enjoyed the rare chance to see something other than a Tutor! 3(F)Sqn departed Aldergrove as a 4-ship on Monday 9th October to return

to Coningsby. On the way home they rendezvoused with a Voyager to refuel and then split for some 1v1 Basic Fighter Manoeuvre (BFM) training over Lincolnshire. A good weekend

USS Gerald R. Ford On 1st Sep two pilots from 3(F) Sqn flew in formation with two US Navy F/A-18E Super Hornets over the world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford. The flypast took place over the Eastern Mediterranean Sea as part of a training sortie supported by an RAF Voyager, which provided air to air refuelling. The occasion was made more special as 3(F) Sqn’s US exchange pilot flew one of the Typhoons while a British exchange pilot was flying one of the F/A-18Es, demonstrating the close link and interoperability between the two nations.

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s Autumn firmly sets in and Winter looms around the corner, The Eagles have migrated to warmer climates and arrived in Butterworth, Malaysia, for Exercise Bersama Lima. Kicking off at the start of October, this multinational exercise included the UK, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia and New Zealand; Air, sea and land forces. With three weeks of exercise flying, XI(F) Sqn began with a week of Dissimilar Air Combat Training (DACT ). This allowed pilots to hone skills in working with, and fighting against, dissimilar aircraft including Australian F-18 Super Hornets, F-15s from Singapore and SU-30s from Malaysia. Leading the charge during DACT was the Eagles’ Qualified Weapons Instructor (QWI), Phil Dawe. Fighting both SU-30s and Super Hornets, Phil and the rest

of XI(F) Sqn put on a brilliant show and all gained valuable experience in beyond visual range, and visual combat against those dissimilar aircraft. However, having led the final formation of the DACT week, Phil said farewell to XI(F) Sqn and indeed the Typhoon force as he moves to America on exchange. Phil will be sorely missed, but we wish him all the best in his new job and thank him for his sterling efforts on XI(F) Sqn. Whilst still deployed to Malaysia at the time of writing, the exercise has now moved on to the Large Force Exercise phase, with fully integrated scenarios to practice multiple disciplines across all force elements. Exceedingly valuable training for both XI(F) Sqn,

and the land and sea forces also deployed from the UK. Meanwhile, the Engineering team are working alongside their RAAF colleagues with a lot of “friendly” banter taking place as well as a number of sports events planned; we will update you on the outcome in the next issue “C’mon the RAF!!”. On return to the UK, the next few months will see preparation work begin to deploy to warmer climes again in the new year. This prep from

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the Pilots will include combat ready, pairs and fours lead workups, whilst also staffing operational commitments in the UK and overseas in the Falklands with temporarily detached personnel. On the Engineering and Mission Support side, jet preparation, flight and personnel planning will be in full swing to ensure the Eagles are once again ready to go. Aquilis!

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he Air Land Integration Squadron (ALIS) has had a very productive summer, participating in numerous training exercises to hone a wide range of skills; from core skills to complex Air Enablement as it aims to continue developing on Project HASTATI. Having developed the concept of small, specialist multi-skilled Air Enablement teams, these exercises gave a chance to test the concept of their capabilities, providing the ‘first foot on the ground’ and provide the Air Commander with options to counter enemy capabilities. Deploying to Fort Smith and Boonville, Arkansas, JTAC-Cs (those training to become qualified) got an opportunity to continue their training pathway on Ex EAGLE LIGHTNING. Receiving and delivery capability briefs allowed them to develop their understanding of assets they will be utilising and time on the air range allowed them

to develop skills in controlling aircraft whilst patrolling and within vehicle convoys. In addition to JTAC training ALIS personnel have been hosting 8 weeks of Air Cadet Summer Camps for visits to the Sqn. This involved explaining the roles carried out and letting them have a look at the kit and equipment used by JTACs and Signallers, hopefully inspiring the next generation of ALIS personnel. ALIS personnel have also been demonstrating their sporting abilities representing within the RAF Hawks Rugby Team, RAF Regt football team, RAF Tug of War Team and RAF Coningsby Athletics Team with some great performances and successes across the board. Finally, the ALIS are saying goodbye to FS Dave Pheasey after an illustrious 30 year career in the RAF. As an integral member of the ALI community, we wish him all the best in his new ventures!

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“CLEARED FOR TAKE OFF LIFT OFF”

he TATCC has been taking the Powerlifting world by storm over the past few months, with multiple personnel travelling to RAF Cosford to compete and help organise events. Most recently, our very own built differently, Sgt William Dunn (Insta @billdunn. pl) and AS1 Emma Perry were selected to represent the RAF team at the Inter Services (IS) Powerlifting Championships. The IS Powerlifting Championship is the culmination of a seasons powerlifting for all three Services. The IS Championship is delivered on a rotational basis between each Service with the Royal Air Force hosting this year’s Championship at RAF Cosford. This year’s championships were particularly special as it was the first competition under new rules following a recent move to the UK national governing body, British Powerlifting, and new Exec Management across all 3 services. The day opened with the female competition which started the day well for the RAF, with 2 RAF athletes placing 1st and 3rd in the overall classification. AS1 Perry who formed part of the team reflected on the morning,

“It was a privilege to contribute to the RAF team after such a short amount of time in the sport. Well done to everyone that competed and I can’t wait to take this momentum forward to next year’s events”. The male’s competition started in the afternoon. The cheering from all 3 services created an electric atmosphere for every athlete lifting. Throughout each discipline (Squat, Bench and Deadlift) the lead constantly changed as the points were so close. The RAF male team placed 3rd but it was a battle to the end and was a very close loss, with only 5 points from securing 1st place. The RAF males did place 1st within the highest scoring athletes. Sgt Dunn who competed said “It was such a tight competition throughout. I’m proud of how well the team did and I’m looking forward to the training opportunities over the coming months.” Fg Off Davies and Fg Off Du also attended the event in their respective roles as OC Coaching and Mentoring and Publicity and media, to provide support to the RAF teams.

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he Sqn Mentor, Sqn Ldr Devenish, represented 12 Sqn at the Annual Bomber Command Day Service on the 28th of July, laying a wreath at the International Bomber Command Centre in Lincoln. OC 12 Sqn, Wg Cdr Watson, along with Sqn Ldr Devenish also attended the Annual RAF Wickenby Memorial Service and Parade on 17th September. Wg Cdr Watson led the wreath laying party, whilst Sqn Ldr Devenish conducted the readings. The Last Post was played by Sgt Peck of the RAuxAF Band, with a flypast by the Lancaster from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight bringing the event to a poignant end. The most recent event on 29th Sep was attended by Wg Cdr Watson, Sqn Ldr Short (the newly arrived 12 Sqn SEngO) and Sqn Ldr Devenish who

THE LAST COUPLE OF MONTHS HAVE SEEN THE INVOLVEMENT OF 12 SQN PERSONNEL IN SEVERAL MEMORIAL SERVICES ACROSS LINCOLNSHIRE ASSOCIATED WITH THE SQUADRON’S LONG HISTORY. visited the Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery at the churchyard of the St Mary and St Gabriel Church Binbrook. They placed tributes at the graves of the 21 personnel from 12 Sqn who are buried there and thanked the local volunteers at the nearby site of RAF Binbrook who have been tending the graves of our fallen colleagues. Normal business has continued on the squadron, with a couple of recent highlights including a flypast of the CAS Warfighter Conference at RAFC Cranwell on 28th September as well as a trip to Ramstein as a part of preparations for the upcoming tri-lateral exercise, Ex ATLANTIC TRIDENT 23, which begins at the end of October. In September, the squadron also welcomed back 1st Lt Al-Kuwari and 1st Lt Al-Boinin as the first QEAF exchange officers to join the squadron.

Finally, congratulations to both 1st Lt Nasser Al-Mulla and 1st Lt Sultan Al-Mannai, the first QEAF personnel to return to the Sqn following the agreement to continue the Joint Sqn

partnership with Qatar, who successfully graduated as both Pairs Leads (Multi Role) and Qualified Flying Instructors in September. Leads the Field!

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THE GUARDIANS OF THE NIGHT THE MILITARY WORKING DOG SECTION AT RAF CONINGSBY PROVIDES VITAL FIRST LINE DEFENCE THROUGHOUT THE HOURS OF DARKNESS.

s a force multiplier 1 dog team is equal to 8 guards and able to patrol vast areas using the dogs natural scenting abilities to detect and apprehend any intruders. One of the most pivotal roles of the dog section is patrolling the perimeter of the Station, ensuring no unauthorised personnel can breach its defences. This is all the more important due to RAF Coningsby’s Quick Reaction Alert responsibility. The mere presence of these dogs serves as a powerful deterrent and allows QRA to be deployed with no interference. The dogs team’s agility enable them to quickly respond to threats. In addition to this, the section also has a number of specialist MWDs capable of detecting explosives and Drugs, with a significant number of taskings conducted throughout this year in support of both the Station and Force wide operations. This year RAF Coningsby’s MWD Sect had the honour of winning the RAF Police “Prestige Trophy”. Winning this trophy is no small feat and is awarded to the RAF Police MWD section, which is assessed to have delivered the best all round MWD team on patrol.

performance, attitude towards animal welfare and contribution to Air Security Flight throughout the year. It was formally presented at this year’s UK MWD Trials held at RAF Honington by the Provost Marshal (RAF), Gp Capt Russel Foster-Jones MA RAF. Since Jan 23, there has been a notable reduced workforce however all members of the section have shown their comradery to ensure their core output is unwavering to Security delivered at RAF Coningsby. The award acknowledged the sections successful rehoming of five MWD’s, ensuring the have a comfortable retirement after years of dedicated service. This process is not a swift one and includes a comprehensive strategy to ensure the MWD is rehabilitated in order to adjust to life after retirement from Service. Whilst ensuring that the Security of the station is the priority, the Section also participates in public engagement initiatives elevating the stations reputation and community relationships, by opening up the Section to Cadets and Stn outreach programmes to demonstrate the capabilities of the MWDs.

The RAFP Military Working Dog “Prestige Trophy”.

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Cpl Plant receiving the Lady Kemble’s award for best Drugs detection team in the RAFP.

Team Coningsby after being presented with the “Prestige Trophy”.

MWD in training, ensuring it is agile and ready for anything.

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BBMF T he eagerly anticipated visit to the UK and to the BBMF at RAF Coningsby by reproduction Messerschmitt Me 262 D-IMTT was one of the most remarkable events for aviation enthusiasts for many years. It was the first time that a Me 262 had been seen in the skies over England since a captured example was flown shortly after the end of the Second World War. When the Me 262, piloted by Swiss Airbus test pilot Gerhardt “Geri” Kraehenbuehl, entered UK airspace on 12th July, it was met by BBMF Spitfire Mk Vb AB910, flown by OC BBMF Squadron Leader Mark ‘Suggs’ Sugden, ensuring a proper welcome. Darren Harbar took air-to-air photos of the two iconic aircraft together. Having attended the Royal International Air Tattoo at Fairford from 14-16th July, the Me 262 was flown to the BBMF’s home at RAF Coningsby, arriving on the afternoon of 17th July. The Rolls-Royce operated P-51D Mustang and Spitfire PR Mk XIX PS853, once part of the BBMF and a founding aircraft of the Flight, also flew into Coningsby to join in the event. Unfortunately, due to unserviceability, the DH Vampire T.11, which had been planned to attend, was unable to do so.

On Tuesday 18th July, the Me 262 and the other two visiting aircraft, along with the BBMF’s aircraft in the hangar, were available for the public to view via the BBMF Visitor Centre. During the day, the Visitor Centre hosted guided tours for 509 visitors on 20 tours, an all-time record for a single day. During the morning, the BBMF hosted a 'First Jets' seminar with Airbus and RollsRoyce company guests at the Petwood Hotel at Woodhall Spa, with speakers presenting on early jet operations and technology, and the operation of historic aircraft in the twenty-first century. In the afternoon, a remarkable fourship formation made several passes over the airfield with the Me 262 leading Spitfire PR.XIX PS853, BBMF Spitfire Mk Vb AB901 and the P-51 Mustang ‘in the box’. This was a formation which has probably never been seen before, a real bonus for onlookers. A special visitor on the day was 102-year-old wartime DH Mosquito pilot, Squadron Leader Colin Bell DFC AE. Flying Mosquito XXs with 608 (Pathfinder) Squadron from Downham Market in Norfolk, as part of the Light Night Striking Force, Colin completed 50 bombing raids (13 of them to Berlin). He found that the

Mosquito could out-run any of the German propeller driven fighter aircraft, but one night over Berlin he had what he described as a “tussle” with a Me 262 night-fighter which was faster. The electronic radar warning receiver in the Mosquito warned him that the Me 262 radar was ‘painting’ him and he had to evade hard and dive 10,000 feet to shake it off. He and his navigator never actually saw the 262, so this was, therefore, the first time he had seen one and certainly the first time he had touched one. He announced that once was enough and he wouldn’t mind if he never saw one again! The German operators of the Me 262 were surprised at the huge level of interest in

the jet’s visit to Coningsby and the enthusiastic reception it received from the air-minded British public. The CEO of Airbus Defence and Space, Michael Schoellhorn, who was present on the day said:

“The Messerschmitt Me 262 represents one of the most significant milestones in aviation as the world's first operational jet fighter. Today, on the anniversary of its first jet-powered test flight, we have had the pleasure of uniting it with its British and US contemporaries, which were equally impressive aircraft of their time. I commend the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight for putting this together. What fills me with most gratitude though is the fact that the formation flight takes place among allies who share a strong bond and the same values for our security going forward." It was a very special day, which made great memories by those who were part of it. The Me 262 returned to its base at Manching, Germany, on Thursday 20th July.”

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MEET THE RAF CONINGSBY We caught up with Jon Egging Trust (JET) volunteers Cpl Oliver Hawkins, from the Typhoon Mission Data Team, and Weapons Instructor, Sgt Carla Fishburn, to learn more about their work supporting local young people. What made you want to volunteer for JET? OH: I wanted to do something that would give a sense of reward outside work; volunteering for JET gives a very different level of fulfilment. CF: We had just disbanded the PTA group at my eldest son’s school, and I wanted to keep working with local young people because it is so rewarding – it has filled that gap for me. What’s the most rewarding part of the role? OH: When students begin to openly talk about what they’ve learned and then off their own backs thank you for what you’ve done – especially coming from students who often aren’t very comfortable speaking – it makes you realise the impact that you’ve had. To know they’re going to go home and talk about their JET experiences is really special. CF: Seeing the transformation in the students, who by the end of the year are willing to stand up at their public graduations and speak about what they’ve been able to achieve, and knowing you’ve played even the smallest part in their journey, is massively rewarding.

Describe what you do on a typical JET session? OH: Each session is usually themed around the section you’re visiting – such as Air Traffic Control, the fire section, BBMF or the Typhoon sim. The students are given a task linked to communication or leadership, and I’ll either support the JET team or other RAF volunteers to run the session or lead the whole session myself.

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CF: Each session is different, but for me it’s more about being that continuous face for the students. They begin to recognise you as someone they can turn to and talk to, and being there for the students is what it’s all about. What have you found most challenging? OH: When you first meet a new cohort of students, it can be challenging if you’re not used to working with young people who are struggling with communication; you might not get what you’d perceive as a ‘typical’ response until you’ve built up that relationship and trust which grows with each session. CF: It can be difficult sometimes because we don’t know the students’ backgrounds or what personal challenges they’ve faced, so in the early sessions it can be harder to interact when they’re quiet and we don’t know why. The JET team are good at bridging that gap though, and by the end of the year we all feel like one big team. How has it helped your professional development? OH: It has helped me in many ways. It has helped me grow my management abilities. I use skills I wouldn’t necessarily use day-to-day, whether that’s acquiring finances, coordinating transport and food needs, or working on session content to make it reflect the themes of JET’s syllabus.

CF: It was a contributing factor in my recent promotion, but much more than that it has helped me with understanding others. A big issue on base is that we sometimes have a ‘just get on with it’ attitude. Whereas working with these students when you don’t know what they are going through, it has made me reflect on how I deal with colleagues too because we don’t know what anyone is going through. Why would you recommend serving personnel get involved? OH: It gives you that sense of reward that you might not get with your day job, and it challenges you to think about how you can use your personal journey to influence

young people in a positive way. Also, you get to work with lots of different sections, so JET really opens your eyes to the wider contribution of the station. CF: It’s heart-warming to see the difference JET makes to the students. Not just for their own personal growth but also the fact that they are the next generation - hopefully one day they could be here supporting a cohort of students of their own. If you are interested in learning more about supporting JET students at RAF Coningsby, please email Jess Nugent: jessica@ joneggingtrust.org.uk

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children, including excellent music and sporting opportunities.

Our intent is to ‘grow curious, knowledgeable and happy, lifelong learners. Our school We have very close links with the local community, including our RAF family. Tattershall Primary values are the golden threads of our broad and exciting curriuclum: Respect, Honesty, is a communityKindness school inand the heart of the village, with 40% 50% of our intake being RAF children. Forgiveness, Teamwork. We have very close links with the local community, including our RAF In addition to excellent teaching, outstanding behaviour and an ethos built onfamily. mutual Tattershall respect, our Primary is a community school in the heart of the village, with 40% of our intake being safe and secure learning environment also includes: RAF children.

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A buddy system for all new children Bluey lunchtime club for children with deployed parents Very supportive parents who we welcome into school for events Outstanding sporting fortheir all children across the school, including a wide Children enter schoolopportunities full-time on first day Bluey club clubs for children with deploayed parents range lunchtime of after school Outstanding sportingmusic opportunities for all children across for the every school. Including Nationally recognised provision, including the opportunity child to play ana wide range of after school clubs instrument free of charge! Early Years, Phonics, KS1 and KS2 results of which we are proud Above National Early years, phonics, and KS2 results. Motivated, happy children who areKS1 consistently taught by dedicated, knowlwdgeable hardworking staff for pupil progress (top 3% Nationally) Ranked in the topand 5 schools in Lincolnshire Outstanding safeguarding and care taught by dedicated, knowledgeable and Motivated, happy children who arepastoral consistently

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Banovallum is a school where staff want the best for all pupils and are determined that that all pupils will succeed. We are a growing school but still small enough to know our pupils and families. This allows us to build positive relationships and enables each student the opportunity to flourish whilst in our care. We understand the importance of educating the whole child and our young people leave Banovallum equipped to take their place in a fastchanging world. Pupils have the chance to take part in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award up to Silver level and participate in a wide range of sporting and cultural activities. Trips abroad and within the UK enable the pupils to embrace and understand our own and other cultures. Our students have numerous opportunities to develop their leadership skills from the School Council, Sports & House Captains and Senior Prefects. Our curriculum has been carefully designed to ensure that pupils can choose and succeed in whichever pathway they want. We are ambitious for them and want the students to leave Banovallum in the best possible position to prosper from the opportunities we have provided. Manners and courtesy are important and we demand high standards in both.

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WORLD'S TOUGHEST ROW

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‘WORLD’S TOUGHEST ROW – PACIFIC 23’ ‘An expedition such as this is extremely dangerous and requires extensive preparation, something that the RAF is no stranger to. I adopted many of the skills I have gained in my career so far to appropriately train and ready myself and the team for all eventualities. Having gone through military training as well as competing in several endurance events in the past, I was also able to know how I reacted under pressure and in adverse conditions, adapting appropriately. I knew I was as prepared as possible, despite having the inherent fear that I was pushing my body to limits I potentially hadn’t witnessed before!’

n July this year, Flt Lt Matt Siely, a training officer in CAFHQ at RAF Coningsby accomplished a world record. Along with two friends, they self-sufficiently rowed from Monterey Bay in California to Kauai Island, Hawaii. Their extraordinary journey across the Mid-Pacific Ocean took 38 days, 16 hours, and 19 minutes, making them the first male trio to take on the route and the fastest recorded trio! This adventure like no other was part of ‘The World’s Toughest Row – Pacific’, a race that consisted of 14 teams from all over the world, all taking on the extremely vast, erratic, and powerful Pacific Ocean. Flt Lt Siely arrived in the beautiful setting of Hanalei Bay, Kauai, on the evening of the 20th July, having conquered one of the world’s most challenging endurance feats.

The crew named themselves Team HODL (Hold On for Dear Life) and set off from California at the start of June in their aptly name ocean rowing vessel, Spitfire. Spitfire is a 23ft long Rannoch 45 ocean rowing boat consisting of two cabins and three rowing positions. Two solar panels charge lithium batteries on board that power

navigational and communication equipment, a water maker, and an electric bilge pump. Keeping the boat moving across the ocean is solely down to the power of the rowers on board and Matt’s team adopted a rowing routine of two hours on, one hour rest throughout the whole excursion, only getting a little more sleep at night as one of the crew sat on deck rowing alone under the stars!

Out on the ocean they were faced with tropical storms, 30ft waves and numerous technical obstacles in their boat caused by the extremely adverse conditions. This all whilst adapting to the marine environment, suffering from sleep deprivation, and only being fuelled by dehydrated ration packs as nutrition. The preparation for such an event took two years and brought together several skills obtained by Flt Lt Siely in the RAF, along with providing lessons that he hopes to take back into his role. Mental and physical resilience was key in achieving Team HODL’s goal to set a world record and their training consisted of rigorous sea survival, weather, navigation and first aid courses. They also spent over two hundred hours off the coast of the UK acclimatising to the boat and strengthening their capability as a group. Matt and the team have raised £15,000 for The Ocean Clean Up charity, their chosen cause to represent during their journey. The organisation, based in the Netherlands, has created systems to remove plastic pollution from our Oceans.

WORLD'S TOUGHEST ROW The team chose this charity when they became aware of the Pacific Garbage Patch, an area of pollution measuring three times the size of France that would be due North of them as they crossed from the mainland of USA to the Hawaiian Islands. The team witnessed and photographed the plastic rubbish they came across along the way and were shocked at the vast amount. During the project they have spoken at schools and events spreading awareness about the cause. In addition to this, the team went on Sky News to discuss the challenge and were also fortunate enough to meet Princess Anne at the Norfolk show who was keen to learn more about the project. The tough conditions gave Matt and the crew an experience they will never forget, completely immersed in nature, leaning on their training and preparation to aid their survival. During the expedition, they were completely isolated, with only the company of a couple of cargo ships in the distance passing. They experienced bitterly cold temperatures in the early stages of the row that dramatically transitioned to blazing heat as they neared their destination. Adapting to these conditions brought

PADRE PIECE substantial teamwork, grit, and determination as the team overcame their setbacks and pulled away as leaders of the trio class, beating the current record by 22 days. Despite the gruelling conditions, the team were also able to witness some of the extraordinary wonders the Pacific had to offer, with humpback whales jumping around them as they left the bay in California. They also experienced incredible sunsets and sunrises, with the night sky filled with stars above them. Returning to work, Flt Lt Siely will be using his experience in his role as a Training Officer, working to enhance the development and capability of RAF personnel. The first-hand experience of building a fully prepared and resilient team to carry out this successful adventure will help him to enable our working environment to encourage our people to fulfil their full potential and carry out their roles as effectively as possible. He will also be supporting a team of three air cadets, aiming to complete the Atlantic crossing in 2025. Matt will lean on his experience to assist ‘The Three Flying Fish’ in their training for their once in a lifetime opportunity

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the highs of success and keep ’ve done a few weddings going in the lows of failure. this year, and it’s got me Our love of our family causes thinking about love... I us to carve out time for them can write about the pink and to put them first. Our love and fluffy things as a padre of work…oh hang on…how do can’t I? But actually, love, you feel about work…and, how when you think about in the do you feel about yourself, do context of this time of year of Remembrance and Christmas, you love you!? In this winter season, isn’t that pink and fluffy…in when a lot of us celebrate fact it’s quite the opposite. At Remembrance we pause Christmas, we have a weird mash up of some of us being to reflect and commemorate the ultimate display of love; the intensely with others and sacrifice that so many made for others being alone. You might the love of their country, their long for others, or you may long for some space…I want values, their brothers at arms to encourage you to invest and their friends and family in yourself this season, to do back home. more love! How are you going And then, with Christmas to love yourself…what is it you on the horizon, Christians need to do, who is it you need reflect on the beginning of a to be with, to be able to love demonstration of love which you and to love others. would then end in another And this isn’t being pink and ultimate sacrifice. The belief fluffy…this is about making the that Jesus left the cushty life decisions between living life to in heaven, hanging out with His Father, to put on flesh, live the full and thriving or simply surviving. What does love in with all the stuff human life action look like to you? brings with it, practice what he preached by in his actions showing love and getting a lot of backlash for it and then, eventually, leading up to putting himself in the place of everything wrong to take the punishment (spoiler alert, it doesn’t stop there…but I’m jumping ahead to spring time now!)…love isn’t really pink and fluffy! Because, love is a verb, it’s something shown through/ causes action. Our love of pizza means we pick up the phone to order it. Our love of our favourite sport causes us to be willing to go through

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“MY GIFT WILL HELP LINCS & NOTTS AIR AMBULANCE SAVE SOMEONE ELSE…” Car Mechanic Joshua Marriott’s back was broken in several places after his motorcycle was in a collision with a car in June 2020. Also broken were two bones in his neck, both wrists, four ribs and he had suffered internal bleeding from a ruptured spleen. All he remembers is the emergency services and the arrival of the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance. When he woke up in Nottingham’s Queen’s Medical Centre six days later, he was determined to get better so he could support his partner Chelsea and their newborn son Lorenzo. Three years on, Josh is a valued volunteer at LNAA, using his skills as a mechanic to assist in the maintenance of charity vehicles. Josh said: “This is how I can pay back for what the crew did that day. They saved my life and have given me the chance to watch my son grow up. If it wasn’t for the Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance I wouldn’t be here today. This is why I am leaving them a gift in my Will. In this small way I can play my part in making sure they continue to receive the donations they need to continue their life-saving work.” Nearly a third of LNAA’s missions are funded by people who have left a gift in their Will, and in the last year alone donations of this kind have paid for over 400 lifesaving missions. By remembering Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance in your Will, you will be helping to ensure that they can be there for critically ill and injured people when they are needed most.

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ANNUAL BOXING NIGHT

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ANNUAL BOXING NIGHT On 7 Sep 23, RAF Coningsby hosted its annual boxing show with service and local boxing clubs attending from across the country.

S2 Sam Hinett, from Logs Sqn at RAF Coningsby, took the opportunity to get back in to the ring after his phase 1 and 2 training and came out on top with a welldeserved win. AS2 Hinett stated, “prior to the RAF Coningsby show, I had about 2 months of preparation work, which meant during off season we were still ticking over with sessions working on our overall techniques and sparring. Over this time, we received excellent coaching and leading up to the fight, I received a solid weekly plan. This consisted of fitness, footwork and hand combination techniques.

A typical week’s training would entail 2 sessions per day from Monday through to Saturday with a day’s rest on the Sunday. We completed ¾ sessions per week as planned and, in our time, we would carry on with regular gym sessions. As the fight grew closer, I felt both excited and nervous at the same time. With the fight being at my home unit and my first bout in 18 months, I knew I’d been given the right preparations and management leading up to the main event. Once the night came, I felt composed and looked forward to getting my turn in the ring. Once the fight had started, I began quite slow and was trying to adjust at being in the ring again. As the

match progressed, I felt more comfortable as the rounds went on and I was happy to be back punching and putting into play all the training I had gone through. After the final bell came and I got the result, it felt amazing to get a win on home soil in front of a very excited crowd.

I was overwhelmed at all the support shown to me by friends and family who really brought the noise! I knew then that I wanted more of the same and I was doing what I had always loved to do. My only wish now is to progress through boxing camp over the next 4 weeks and succeed to take on more opponents in the near future.” Flt Lt Sharp, OC FSF, stated, “I have been impressed with AS2 Hinett since his arrival from phase 2 training. He came to Forward Support Flight with a great attitude and willingness to learn his trade and it is great to see him perform well so early on in his RAF boxing career. He impressed the Sqn with his boxing skills with many going to support him in his bout. We wish him every success going forward.” AS2 Hinett went on to complete a boxing assessment camp at RAF Brize Norton. Receiving laudable praise from RAFBA and senior officers for his commitment and attitude, he was given the role as team captain.

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INTER SERVICE GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS 2023

INTER SERVICE GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS 2023 A sizzling September saw the return of the Inter Service golf championships held at Woodhall Spa golf club.

he RAF men and women hungry for victory having narrowly missing out the previous year where the Royal Navy took both titles. The RAF teams were quietly confident due to a wealth of experience at Woodhall Spa but were poised for a tough battle. A strong representation within the teams from RAF Coningsby with Flt Lt Liam Pucill, Sgt Aaron Ashberry, Cpl Connor Campbell, AS1 Sam Whittaker and AS1(T ) Kimberley Williamson all featuring. The first day began with the Navy v Army. A strong showing set the Army men up for an 8-7 win. A solid showing from the ladies also ended with an Army victory of 6 ½ - 5 ½. The second match was fought between Navy and RAF teams. The men set out fast with a 4-1 lead from the foursomes. Ashberry & Campbell led from the front with a 6&4 win in game 1. Whittaker featured in game 2 and claimed another point for the team. The trend continued with Pucill and his partner

taking another point for the Service. The RAF maintained this superb performance with a 6-4 win in the singles including points from Whittaker and Pucill. The morning foursomes were also successful for the RAF ladies with a 2 ½ - 1 ½ lead going into the singles. A close result in the afternoon with 3 matches going down the last hole concluded in a 6 – 6 draw, and a win required from the next match. The RAF teams were to now take on the Army to decide who would be victorious. The men had a strong start once again with a 3-2 lead from the morning foursomes. An opening session ended with the ladies sitting at 2 ½ - 1 ½ down to the Army. As always, the intensity increased on the final afternoon singles. The RAF claimed 3 and a half points from the first 5 including wins from Whittaker and Ashberry. With one more point required for victory in the last 5 games, the team pushed and won the singles 6 ½ - 3 ½ with half a point from Pucill and a

point from Campbell included. Combining scores resulted in a 9 ½ - 5 ½ victory and the RAF men becoming Inter Service Champions! Although the ladies battled hard, they fell slightly short after a 5 – 3 loss in the singles and a final score of 7 ½ - 4 ½ down to a strong Army ladies’ team. Here ended the championship after another incredible year of

sportsmanship, camaraderie and impressive showing of talent and determination. Nothing quite mirrors Service sport and the privilege to all who have worked hard and achieved selection to represent their Service. Golfers now look forward to opportunities of 2024 and play through the season playing to earn their spot in the 2024 Inter Service championships. Sgt Aaron Ashberry.

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