More about this squadron

Reservists of 4624 Squadron work alongside RAF regular personnel, handling passengers and freight at airfields around the world.

As part of their training, they undergo initial movements training, consisting of 12 weekends and a 17-day residential phase. This is then followed by further on-the-job training.

History and heritage

Our squadron was formed in 1982 as a direct result of the Falklands conflict. It is not just the only movements squadron in the RAF Reserves, it is also the largest squadron in the RAF Reserves.

Roles and specialist skills

Logistics Movers are responsible for accepting, preparing and loading cargo and passengers for travel on RAF Air Transport, coalition and charter aircraft.

As a Mover, you need to be able to safely operate a multitude of specialist vehicles and obtain the Civil Aviation Dangerous Goods Operator’s Certificate. You may also be trained in operating certain aircraft systems.

Movements Officers manage trained teams and qualify as Duty Air Movements Officers who can deploy worldwide.

Recent deployments

Our Reservists have been deployed continuously since 1999. Initially, they were supporting operations in the Balkans, Sierra Leone and the build-up to Afghanistan. In 2003, the whole squadron was mobilised to Basra, Baghdad, Kuwait and Qatar as part of Operation Telic in Iraq, where they maintained a presence before finally withdrawing.

We also provide Reservists to support RAF regular movements trade personnel on Operation Herrick in Afghanistan.

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