On Friday 24th January 2025, RAF Cranwell bid farewell to Station Commander Group Captain Jessup and welcomed Wing Commander Thornton to the role.
In a short handover Ceremony in front of the Station Headquarters, Group Captain Jessup said;
It has been a real privilege to command RAF Cranwell. Thank you to everyone who has supported me over the last two years, and I’d like to wish Wing Commander Thornton all the best in his new role.
Group Captain Jessup.
On taking up his new appointment Wg Cdr Thornton said,
I am delighted to be taking over as Station Commander RAF Cranwell. I look forward to getting to know and working with everyone under my Command.
Wing Commander Thornton.
