In the first graduation of 2019, Arnold Intake number 624 marched onto the parade square to brave the chill. The Basic Recruit Training Course has allowed for the 87 recruits to fully immerse themselves into military life. The 10 week course consists of three modules that not only teach them what is expected from them as individuals but gives them the opportunity to get hands on with some of the physical elements of being in the RAF.
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As proud friends and family watch on, the Airmen and Airwomen showcase their skills in drill to the highest standard. Perfectly timed, two C-130 Hercules from 47 Squadron, RAF Brize Norton provides a flypast shortly after the arrival of the Reviewing Officer, Air Vice-Mashal Cooper, Air Officer Commanding 2 Group.
As the command ‘Open Order’ is called by Flight Commander, Flight Lieutenant Furlong, the parade is ready to be inspected by AVM Cooper. Whilst walking the ranks he stops to chat to individuals as he passes and congratulates as he goes.
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AVM Cooper presented awards to the following recipients
No. 2 Flight, collected by AC Surridge - The Lord Trenchard Trophy is awarded to the flight whose performance has been best overall in general service training and general service knowledge.
AC Lawman - The Mayor of Aylesbury Trophy is awarded to the best overall performance in all aspects of training on No. 1 Flight.
AC Barrett - The Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire Award is awarded to the best overall performance in all aspects of training on No. 2 Flight. AC Barrett was also awarded the Dusty Millar Memorial Trophy which is awarded to the recruit who has shown greatest willingness to help others as voted for by fellow recruits.
AC Mueaybut - The RAF Benevolent Fund Trophy is awarded for displaying the greatest effort and determination on No. 1 Flight.
AC Dixon - The Station Commander’s Cup is awarded for displaying the greatest effort and determination on No. 2 Flight.
AC Jones - The Rothschild Trophy is awarded to the recruit who achieves the highest overall performance in Initial Force Protection Training. AC Jones also received the Halton Apprentice Shield for the highest overall standard and determination in Physical Education.
AC Holder - The Halton Aircraft Apprentice Trophy is awarded to the recruit who achieves the highest overall standard in drill and deportment.
