Best Royalairforce Podcasts (2024)

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070 : Amanda Prowse - International Bestselling Author 40:28

5h ago40:28

40:28

Author Amanda Prowse shares her journey from military life to home ownership, reflecting on the nostalgia and challenges faced during her husband's deployments. After starting her writing career at 40, she uses her experiences to inspire her books, including her newest book, "Swimming to Lundy," which explores grief and community following her brot…

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Ep 98: 617 Squadron on QRA in Iceland 45:02

2h ago45:02

45:02

The RAF normally employs its Typhoon jet fighters for land-based NATO Air Policing missions. However, this year, 617 Squadron’s F-35 B Lightnings took on the job for the first time. InsideAIR’s Flt Lt Amy Casey went to Iceland to see how they got on. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme music by RAF Music Servi…

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Ep 97: The Red Arrows to Canada 41:47

2h ago41:47

41:47

The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, have set off to help the Royal Canadian Air Force celebrate its centenary. What does it take to move the aircraft, pilots, engineers, ground and support crew along with several tonnes of equipment across the Atlantic? InsideAIR's Flt Lt Mark McKinstry caught up with them as they prepared to depart…

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Ep 96: NATO Air and Space Power and the RAF's Contribution 46:15

1M ago46:15

46:15

Speaking about the RAF's contribution to NATO air and space power, Air Marshal Johnny Stringer says, “There’s no point in having an air show air force; you’ve got to be ready to turn up and do the difficult stuff”. Listen to the full interview with the Deputy Commander of NATO's Allied Air Command. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by R…

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Ep 95: NATO Enhanced Air Policing with the RAF and Finish Air Force 47:52

2M ago47:52

47:52

The Finnish Air Force has deployed to Romania on its first NATO Enhanced Air Policing Mission, operating alongside the RAF’s 140 Expeditionary Air Wing. InsideAIR sent Air Specialist 1, Victoria Andrews to find out how the operation has been going. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme music by RAF Music Service…

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Ep 94: "Ready to Fly and Fight" Chief of the Air Staff 33:05

2M ago33:05

33:05

What does it mean to be ready to fly and fight? Where will that fight be? And why is the RAF changing the way it operates? Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton gives InsideAIR the answers. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme music by RAF Music Services.…

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069 : Jess Sands - Building a Business Around the Juggle of Armed Forces Family Life 52:47

2M ago52:47

52:47

Emma Gray hosts this very special episode blending business and military life, sharing Jess' journey as a business owner, military spouse, and new mum. Jess Sands founded the Milspo Network CIC in 2018 to support military spouses in business, offering networking, training, and community - but, it's been far from a smooth ride. Get to know Jess and …

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068 : Scottish Veterans Commissioner, Lieutenant Commander (retired) Susie Hamilton. 33:50

2M ago33:50

33:50

https://www.scottishveteranscommissioner.org Jess Sands hosts a podcast on business and military life, aiming to inspire military spouses to become entrepreneurs. In this episode, she interviews Susie, the Scottish Veterans Commissioner, who emphasises support for women veterans and bereaved families. The discussion highlights the gap between polic…

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Ep 93: Air Intelligence Out of the Shadows 39:52

3M ago39:52

39:52

We hear a lot about RAF and general military intelligence, but what do we actually mean when we talk about it? Who’s involved, what do they do, how do they do it and what happens to all the information they gather? Sqn Ldr Peter Lisney lifts the veil to get the answers. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme musi…

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Ep 92: NATO School Oberammergau 25:15

3M ago25:15

25:15

For more than 70 years, the small Bavarian town of Oberammergau has been host to a NATO School. With 115 courses attended by 11,000 students annually, InsideAIR spoke with an RAF officer currently serving there to find out what the School delivers for both NATO and the Royal Air Force. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Rese…

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Ep 91: Cyberspace Profession in the RAF 34:19

3M ago34:19

34:19

Cyberspace is a domain we’re hearing more and more about and its importance to every aspect of what we do, day-in and day-out is growing. But when we talk about Cyberspace, what exactly do we mean, how far does it reach into our lives, who are the people who can help us navigate through and, what if you think you might have what it takes to join th…

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067 : Mia Harrington - Founder Handleys Stitch 39:11

4M ago39:11

39:11

Handleys Stitch - https://www.handleysstitch.co.uk Mia Harrington, a former Air Force Officer and current RAF wife, is the founder of Handly Stitched Soft Furnishings. Mia's journey from the military to creating curtains, blinds, lampshades, and cushion covers is inspiring, and a must-listen if you're in year one or have an idea for your business. …

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066: Helen Willamson - Financial Planner, Veteran & Milspo 33:42

4M ago33:42

33:42

Jess Sands, a business owner and military spouse, hosts the InDependent Spouse Podcast, offering support to business-owning military spouses. In a recent episode, she interviewed Helen Williamson, a financial planner and ex-RAF veteran, emphasising the importance of financial planning for military spouses and self-employed individuals. Helen shares…

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065: Lizzie York - Founder - Cyclical Soul 55:11

4M ago55:11

55:11

Lizzie York is an RAF wife and business owner who runs Cyclical Soul, an online yoga platform promoting women's well-being. Cyclical Soul focuses on cyclical living and aligning with your hormonal cycle to enhance your overall health and self-care, and this episode is chock full of handy tips to achieve that, even if you feel you have limited time …

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Ep 90: ENJJPT - RAF Fast Jet Training in Texas 53:31

4M ago53:31

53:31

In this edition of InsideAIR, we're off to Texas for RAF fighter pilot training The RAF sends some of its trainee pilots to the United States to learn to be fighter pilots. InsideAIR's Wing Commander Dylan Eklund headed to the Lone Star State to get the lowdown. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme music by RAF…

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064: Emily Bailey - Founder - Just Tourism 33:38

4M ago33:38

33:38

I am Jess Sands, and this podcast is where all things business and armed forces life combine to inspire you in your modern military life. Welcome to the InDependent Spouse Podcast. Episode two of series six features Emily, a sustainable tourism consultant, discussing ways to make travel more eco-friendly. Emily is also the sustainability lead for F…

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063: Susan Bonnar - Founder - The British Craft House 57:04

4M ago57:04

57:04

I am Jess Sands, and this podcast is where all things business and armed forces life combine to inspire you in your modern military life. Welcome to the InDependent Spouse Podcast. Susan Bonner, a naval veteran and former military spouse, is a successful business owner of the British Craft House. Susan shares her own journey of starting her busines…

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Ep 89: The Future of Aerospace Medicine 47:21

5M ago47:21

47:21

While scientists and engineers develop the RAF’s sixth generation combat aircraft, a specialist team of aviation and space medicine consultants are working hard to mitigate the effects which flying the aircraft will have on the aircrew’s body. InsideAIR's Medical Correspondent , Wg Cdr Sarah Charters, went to the centrifuge at RAF Cranwell to meet …

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Ep 88: No Light, No NVG, No Option But Go In 38:33

5M ago38:33

38:33

As the last forces personnel were evacuated from Kabul in August 2021, two German soldiers were accidentally left behind, leading to an incredible rescue mission, led by an RAF Flight Lieutenant. A call from the German Ops centre asked Flt Lt Mark Jenkins to fly back into Kabul. His mission... to rescue the two German soldiers who'd been left behin…

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Ep 87: Every Reservist a Warfighter 49:01

5M ago49:01

49:01

In 2021, the Government published a list of recommendations in the Reserve Forces Review 2030. Less than a year later Russia invaded Ukraine. What happened to RF30? How will RAF Reservists be affected? And what does it mean for the wider RAF? InsideAIR spoke with Air Vice-Marshal Ranald Munro, the Royal Auxiliary Air Force’s Commandant General, to …

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Ep 86: Saving Lives in the Air - The Centre of Aerospace Medicine 1:22:08

6M ago1:22:08

1:22:08

In today’s episode, we take a look around the RAF Centre of Aerospace Medicine at RAF Henlow. Aircraft rapid decompression and loss of oxygen can be life threatening for aircrew. Knowing what to expect, and how to recognise hypoxia are just some the life-saving scenarios aircrew train for at the Centre. We sent InsideAIR’s medical correspondent, Wg…

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Ep 85: AVM Suraya Marshall “Do the right thing, not the easy thing” 32:43

6M ago32:43

32:43

Change, culture, leadership, and the benefits of a diverse environment. These are just some of the topics Air Vice-Marshal Suraya Marshall considers as she chats with InsideAIR’s Flight Lieutenant Amy Casey about life in the RAF. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme music by RAF Music Services.…

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062: The podcast is back! Could you be a guest? 4:31

7M ago4:31

4:31

I am Jess Sands, and this podcast is where all things business and armed forces life combine to inspire you in your modern military life. I'm a business owner, military wife, a new mum living in my Magnolia married quarter, running two successful businesses and creating the most impactful work of my life. But it wasn't always like this. When I firs…

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Ep 84: UK Space Operations 1:03:03

7M ago1:03:03

1:03:03

We hear lots about the space domain, but what does that actually mean and how is the UK using it as part of its defence policy? Air Vice-Marshal Paul Godfrey is the Commander of UK Space Command, based at High Wycombe, and he spoke with Flt Lt Chris Sully to explain what his team does and what it means for the big picture.…

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Ep 83: LEGAD and POLAD on Ops - Targeting's Check and Balance 48:16

7M ago48:16

48:16

‘Could we hit it?’, ‘Should we hit it?’ Before RAF aircraft can strike a target, these questions must be asked, and it’s down to the targeting team’s Legal Adviser and Policy Adviser to come up with the answers. In this ground-breaking interview for the RAF, we head to the Middle East to speak with 83 Expeditionary Air Group’s LEGAD and POLAD. Insi…

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Ep 82: Warrant Officer of the Royal Air Force 42:14

8M ago42:14

42:14

In the latest episode, we catch up with the Warrant Officer of the Royal Air Force, Warrant Officer Murugesvaran Subramaniam. Warrant Officer Subramaniam has been in post as Warrant Officer of the Royal Air Force for the best part of a year now. But what does the role actually mean and what does he hope to achieve?…

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Ep 81: X Flight - Reserve Aircrew 35:56

8M ago35:56

35:56

Can you take a civilian airline pilot, make them an RAF Reservist and have them operate a state-of-the-art military ISTAR aircraft? Well, if the aircraft has essentially the same flight deck, why not!InsideAIR met with Group Captain ISTAR Reserves who aims to do this at scale with X-Flight. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media…

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Ep 80: Top Ten Episodes of 2023 50:41

9M ago50:41

50:41

As InsideAIR reaches its third birthday, our correspondent AS1 Victoria Andrews takes a look back at your top ten favourite episodes from the past 12 months based on the number of downloads in the first seven days after release. From all the RAF Reservist team behind the podcast, have a very happy Christmas and please stay tuned in 2024!…

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Ep 79: Protector to the Skies 26:58

9M ago26:58

26:58

InsideAIR goes behind the scenes at RAF Waddington as the RAF's latest Remotely Piloted Air System (RPAS) makes its maiden flight. The Protector RG Mk1 will offer a huge leap forward in terms of operability and capability as Sqn Ldr Daz Scales discovers. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme music by RAF Music S…

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Ep 78: RAF Training Specialisation 31:39

10M ago31:39

31:39

The annual RAF Training Specialisation Conference has just taken place at RAF Halton. Military Training Specialists are at the very heart of preparing future forces personnel to be able to deliver the capability to 'fly and fight'. AS1 Emma Kirwan caught up with some of those at the conference to hear about their plans and challenges.…

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Ep 77: American Football with the RAF Mustangs 21:22

10M ago21:22

21:22

RAF Mustangs are back, but this time in the shape of the RAF’s American Football team. Our correspondent AS1 Emma Kirwan went pitch side to find out why the sport is rapidly growing in the British Military and to watch the RAF meet the Army in the final of the Inter-Services Championships. "Fly high, strike fast". InsideAIR is produced for the Roya…

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Ep 76: Liz McConaghy - Life on Chinook, Life After Chinook 29:24

11M ago29:24

29:24

This is the incredible story of former RAF Chinook Crewman, Liz McConaghy. From pulling the trigger and being shot at, to extracting wounded soldiers from the battlefield, and even a near fatal collision with overhead power cables, Liz's seventeen year career in the back of a Chinook helicopter is one she wouldn’t swap for anything. But not all com…

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Ep 75: Testing Military Aircraft 1:04:10

11M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

In this week’s InsideAIR, we enter the fascinating world of test pilots, aircrew and engineers. Find out from the RAF’s Chief Test Pilot why in this synthetic world of AI, machine learning and simulators, real time test and evaluation in the air is just as important as ever. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme…

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Ep 74: Espionage - A Local Threat? 38:23

12M ago38:23

38:23

Protecting the RAF’s secrets is the life-long responsibility of everyone who wears the uniform. Whether that’s online, on a night out or even in your own neighbourhood. In this frank discussion, Air and Space Commander Air Marshal Harvey Smyth explains the threat could be closer than you think. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF M…

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Ep 73: Move, eat, think and sleep 58:24

12M ago58:24

58:24

'Move, eat, think and sleep' is a new initiative to help RAF personnel physically, mentally and emotionally both in work and outside.It's a new initiative by the team of PTI's and Training Development Flight at RAF Coningsby and Sqn Ldr Daz Scales went along to see what it's all about. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Rese…

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Ep 72: The UK, NATO & SHAPE 47:04

1y ago47:04

47:04

The UK's National Military Representative to SHAPE (Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe), is Air Commodore Steve Kilvington. In this episode, he explains to Sqn Ldr Peter Lisney about the criticality of control of the air, the new NATO Force Model and what it's like to work and live within SHAPE in Belgium. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal…

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061: What Choice Will You Make as a Milspo? 15:16

1y ago15:16

15:16

Milspos, entrepreneurs and dreamers, listeners old and new, welcome back to the InDependent Spouse podcast! I'm thrilled to announce, with a heart full of excitement, that I'm back in action! So, put on your headphones, turn up the volume, and get ready for an inspirational episode. Have you ever felt the surge of inspiration that comes with discov…

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Ep 71: The RAF in Scotland 57:01

1y ago57:01

57:01

Scotland plays a significant role in the RAF's defence of the United Kingdom with both Typhoon QRA (Quick Reaction Alert) jets and the Poseidon multi-role maritime patrol aircraft based at RAF Lossiemouth. Sqn Ldr Peter Lisney talks with Air Officer Scotland, Air Vice-Marshal Ross Paterson, about the Royal Air Force presence in Scotland, the highli…

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Ep 70: NATO's Baltic Air Policing Mission 25:23

1y ago25:23

25:23

Since Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine, the RAF’s involvement in Air Policing Missions over NATO's Eastern flank have taken on a new significance for both those deployed and the host nations. Before the completion of this year’s Op AZOTIZE based in Estonia, InsideAIR spoke with 140 Expeditionary Air Wing’s Officer Commanding and a Junior Engine…

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Ep 69: Chinook vs Typhoon at RIAT 49:16

1y ago49:16

49:16

Which is best, Chinook or Typhoon? That’s the question we asked the Chinook and Typhoon display pilots at the Royal International Air Tattoo. We also take a look inside the Techno Tent to hear about STEM from astronaut Major Tim Peake and former Tornado pilot, Mandy Hickson. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme…

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Ep 68: F1 Meets Typhoon 54:48

1y ago54:48

54:48

How does being behind the wheel of a Formula One racing car compare with taking the controls of a Typhoon jet fighter? Mercedes F1 driver George Russell found out when he flew with the RAF’s Typhoon display pilot, Flight Lieutenant Matt Brighty. InsideAIR watched from behind the scenes and brings you the story. (Photo credit: Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS …

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Ep 67: Career Management Nexus 59:46

1y ago59:46

59:46

Imagine a world where you can carry out your RAF career management on your phone! That world is coming with the RAF Career Management Nexus. Air Commodore Nick Brittain is the Assistant Chief of Staff for Career Management and is overseeing the project and other areas. He tells Sqn Ldr Peter Lisney about the changes. InsideAIR is produced for the R…

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Ep 66: TT 2023 with Cpl Michael 'Jack' Russell 59:57

1+ y ago59:57

59:57

The world-famous Isle of Man TT Races have just finished for 2023 and Brize Norton-based Cpl Michael 'Jack' Russell was back with a record in mind - to complete all 10 events. Join InsideAIR as we track Jack's efforts over the two weeks, take a trip around part of the famous course together, go onto the grid with him and hear the thoughts of TT leg…

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Ep 65: Chief of the Air Staff 49:01

1+ y ago49:01

49:01

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Mike Wigston, is approaching the end of his 4-years leading the Royal Air Force It's certainly been a full-on time with many challenges, successes and frustrations as he told Sqn Ldr Peter Lisney. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme music by RAF Music Services.…

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Ep 64: Agile Combat Employment (ACE) 54:02

1+ y ago54:02

54:02

Agile Combat Employment (ACE) is bringing a big change to RAF mindsets and working practices. It's all about a state of readiness and resilience. Air Marshal Harv Smyth, the Deputy Commander Operations for the Royal Air Force, explains what it means for us all. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme music by RAF …

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Ep 63: Wings for the Prince 53:50

1+ y ago53:50

53:50

King Charles III is now the Commander-in-Chief of the UK Armed Forces, but he started his military career earning his pilot wings in the Royal Air Force. InsideAIR meets two of his flying instructors and goes for a flight in The Royal Chipmunk WP903, the aircraft in which the young Prince Charles learnt to fly. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal A…

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Ep 62: Fast Jets, Drones and Congested Airspace 50:13

1+ y ago50:13

50:13

How is the RAF dealing with the risks and threats posed by drones in an increasingly congested airspace? InsideAIR explores drone near misses, air safety and the future of working with UAV's or uncrewed air systems in Defence. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme music by RAF Music Services.…

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Ep 61: Inside the Air and Space Ops Profession 38:43

1+ y ago38:43

38:43

In 2022, the RAF started its transition from Trades and Branches to Professions. Almost a year on, InsideAIR met with team members from the Defence College of Air and Space Operations to find out how the transition was working within the Air and Space Ops Profession and what it means for current and future controllers and operators. InsideAIR is pr…

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Ep 60: RAF Leaders - Born or Made? 46:12

1+ y ago46:12

46:12

Leadership is a core element of RAF training, but can you really make a leader out of anyone? InsideAIR put this question to Air Marshal Sir Rich Knighton, Deputy Commander Capability and Warrant Officer Mark Willis from the Tedder Academy of Leadership. InsideAIR is produced for the Royal Air Force by RAF Media Reserves. Theme music by RAF Music S…

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Ep 59: Training for NATO Ops at the OTC 34:58

1+ y ago34:58

34:58

In episode 35 we looked at the work of the Operational Training Centre that prepares the RAF’s Expeditionary Air Wings for operations globally. A year on, the OTC has a new boss, it has adapted to changing threats and is now looking to grow its team of permanent staff and part time evaluators. InsideAIR's AS1 Emma Kirwan went back to RAF Leeming to…

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