was probably graduating and
and my grandad was wearing his
That was a real proud moment knowing
that I'd entered something quite special
and quite important no
no matter what, how long you're there for
or what your experiences
being part of that machine.
Everyone's got an important role to play.
Everyone has a role to play.
Charles Hammerton, a former Senior Aircraftman in the Royal Air Force can often be found with his fundraising accomplice and furry companion, Bandit. After searching for a suitable pet to keep in barracks with him, Charles was instantly drawn to a rather mischievous ferret called Bandit. The pair attract attention wherever they go, and have channelled this attention into becoming a formidable fundraising team, embarking on adventures with the aim of raising both money and awareness for a variety of UK charities.
When we lose someone we journey through it as a family.
Alice McDermott
I came out as transgender while serving.
Ayla Holdom
I decided I needed to be a dad.
Ian Sweet
I see myself as the Jose Mourinho of Tug of War
Flt. Lt. Gareth Davies
My RAF friends will be there forever
Trevor Edwards
The RAF gave me a new cultural identity.
Peter Ramrayka
Mother was horrified, but Father overruled her.
Shobha Earl
I was afraid that someone would have to lay down their life to protect me.
Eleanor Rance
My sexuality has no impact on my role in the RAF.
Kate Brophy
On the outside I was super cool. On the inside I was praying every night.
Alice McDermott
