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The RAF Coningsby Journal
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ISSUE 4 2017
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FEATURES Youth
Stn Cdr’s Foreword ACPV
Coningsby Aviation Heritage Centre
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No 17 (Coningsby) Sqn Air Cadets 33
RAFA Branch Visit 11 Charity
Group Captain Michael Baulkwill Lincoln City FC Visit RAF Coningsby 12
A Year In Pictures 22 Scribbly 100 34
Wittering to Waterloo 35
Survival of the Fitters 36
Squadron news RAFA Brew for a Few 36
3(F) Sqn 14
XI(F) Sqn 16 RAF Reserves
29(R) Sqn 18
Reserves Mobilisation 38
41(R) Sqn 20
Base support wing
Ex Joint Caterer 25
Padre’s Pause 26
Engineering & logistics wing
Boston Slog 28
Ex Capitol Patriot 28
Operations Wing
BBMF 30
Sport
Inter-Stations Badminton Comp 32
As we come to the end
of another year here at
Royal Air Force Coningsby,
we can all reflect back
on what a productive and
Editorial & Distribution Team Editor’s Foreword • Flight Lieutenant Colette McGinn ISSUE 4 2017
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impressive year it has been
for the whole Station. My final edition as
editor of onetoone
been amazing to work with and
introduced me to the world of
publishing, and of course all of
and more departures
We have all done so much; challenging period and my you who have submitted articles,
loom in my life. without you all, we would not
given it our all and can thoughts are with you over
safely say it has been one the festive period, the team I am leaving the RAF after a have produced a magazine that
of the busiest years we here at Coningsby are here to Editor Publishers fantastic 22 years and my family I’ve been very proud to be part
have seen in a very long help so please don’t hesitate Flt Lt Colette McGinn Lance Publishing Ltd, are departing our beautiful of. Finally, my thanks to you the
time. Suffice to say our to contact us if you need 1st Floor, Tailby House, Bath Road, homeland for hotter climates. readers; I am pleased to say we
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the world and at home has to next year, the Royal Air Flt Lt Daisy Tidbury Tel: 01536 512624 RAF has taught me is to embrace readership with nearly 1.5 million
been exemplary and I have Force will be celebrating Fax: 01536 515481 change and how to adapt to hits this year already.
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Air Combat Power Visit
Royal Air Force personnel, equipment and aircraft
gathered at RAF Coningsby for the annual Air Combat
Power Visit (ACPV) in October.
A
CPV forms part of the ISTAR HQ said, “We have the following Hurricane Irma, how
year-long Advanced potential leaders of our Armed we got out there, how quickly
Command and Staff Forces here, it’s important we were able to operate, and
Course, (ACSC) undertaken by that they understand what the ability to get access to
UK Armed Forces personnel will be available to them as places where other platforms
when they are preparing to future commanders. We are can’t go”.
move into senior officer posts. genuinely at the cutting edge One of the few assets
Each of the forces has an event of technology, indeed some working in a real-time capacity
at which they explain their people are surprised by the at ACPV was No 3 Mobile
role, and demonstrate the capabilities we have, and there Catering Squadron. ACPV is an One of the supporting assets from
the ISTAR display.
equipment available to the is more coming” he continued operational deployment for
Joint Commander; ACPV is the “The Reserve event was also the Wittering based caterers. personal experience, “Every
RAF’s opportunity to showcase incredibly important, we are The secret to successfully day we receive thanks from
NEED TO
its assets and capabilities. recruiting reservists and they converting a piece of grass the people eating here, people
A secondary aim of are front and centre in the to a catering facility capable will spontaneously approach
ACPV is that of defence ISTAR world”. The landscape of of feeding 600 people at us and tell us how much they
engagement, explaining ACPV was naturally dominated lunchtime is, like many aspects have enjoyed their food. The
to a wide community of by aircraft including the of cooking, in the preparation. feedback you get from people
stakeholders how the RAF future Maritime Patrol Aircraft, Sergeant Liu said, “The first is one of the reasons why this
TALK?
delivers its objectives across the P8A Poseidon, and challenge is to plan the is a popular unit to work on”.
the whole spectrum of Wing Commander
operational activity whether Jardine, the ACPV Lead said,
that is in space, in the air, on “ACPV presents a unique
the ground, on the sea and opportunity to provide
below the sea, and in the personnel from both in- and
cyber arena. outside the RAF of Air Power
The four-day event began capabilities. Force Elements
on the Sunday with a Reserves are represented from across
and Cadets day. Among the the Service and also include
Air Cadet Squadrons attending joint enablers in addition to SSAFA Personal Support and Social Work Service
on Sunday were 1260 from
Newark and District. Jacob,
those in blue suits.
The engagement provides emotional and practical support
one of the cadets said, “It’s achieved throughout the to Regulars, Reserves and their families.
been a really inspirational day, event is fundamental to us
Royal Navy and Army personnel with the Jupiter helicopter.
I’ve learned a lot of new things developing awareness across
and I would love to do it again the A400M Atlas transport location, where does the tent the Whole Force at all levels Contact our confidential, independent service on:
Call 03000 111 723
next year” William said, “I’ve aircraft as the largest and go, is the ground suitable? of seniority, experience and
been inside multiple aircraft also featured fighters, ground How will the people flow influence. I commend the
and really enjoyed my day”. attack, training aircraft, and through the facility? Where event to anyone able to make
On Monday the event helicopters, not least will we prepare and cook the the time to attend such that Available 24-hours a day, 365 days a year
was visited by VIPs and also of which was the new food?” Nothing demonstrates we can develop ourselves and
featured a Force Development Jupiter helicopter. a capability better than the Service for the future”. Email psswsRAF@ssafa.org.uk
aspect. Tuesday and Squadron Leader Matt
Our offices are also open Monday-Friday 08.30-17.00
Wednesday were taken up Gower of 230 Squadron said,
by the ACSC students. ACPV “We have brought one of our
is divided into a number Mk 2 Pumas to ACPV. There
of themes Combat Air, Air has been a lot of interest from
Mobility, Build the Force, our Navy and Army colleagues.
Deploy and Sustain, and ISTAR People are familiar with the
(Intelligence, Surveillance, Puma 1, at this event we have
Target Acquisition and the opportunity to bring
Reconnaissance). people up to speed with the
Each of these themes new aircraft; effectively we are
had equipment available, but now able to fly twice as far
more importantly personnel to with twice as much.
engage with the visitors and We have also been
provide operational context. discussing our recent Registered as a charity in England and Wales Number 210760 in Scotland Number SCO38056 and in Republic of Ireland Number 20006082. Established 1885. S208.0817
Squadron Leader ‘Olly’ deployment to the Caribbean
Cadets learning about RAF training aircraft.
Olsen, Staff Officer Training to support disaster relief
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WANTED
Richard Sivill Gallery
Coningsby Aviation Heritage Centre
inc Tattershall Engraving
Full framing service.
Large selection of open
and limited edition prints
RAFA Branch Visit
is looking for any images, stories or
including aviation prints.
Passport ID Photos taken. On 4th October the RAF Coningsby’s RAFA committee
memorabilia that can be displayed Full Engraving Service - organised their biggest annual station visit to date.
ahead of our opening to the public Trophies, Hip Flasks, Tankards engraved to
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next year. your specification • Squadron Crests etc. ith over 80 RAF
• Ideal leaving gifts • Quick Turnaround Veterans and Ex-
4 High Street, Tattershall. Servicemen/women
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invitation to the members of
RAFA HQ to provide them all
J.W.L. PERKINS & SON with an insight into the life of
RAF Coningsby personnel and
E sta bli s h ed 192 0 to build a greater relationship
between the station and
Mosquito. the local community. The
Newsagent, Stationer, group were taken to various
D
o you have any opening date on April 1st sections around camp to
potential artefacts
gathering dust in
2018, then please get in
touch. You can contact Sgt
Bookseller get a better look at our
daily working lives, these
your loft? Maybe even an
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ended the day with a display
it to see it be used in our Aviation Heritage Centre by the RAF Coningsby Police
displays, ready for our public on Facebook.” 7 Market Place, Horncastle Tel: 523291 Dog Unit who demonstrated Presentation.
the dog’s skills at taking
down a would be assailant Coningsby RAFA committee Mr Alec Wilson who was
and their powerful canine to present a cheque for £200 supported by various
noses, sniffing out drugs and that they had raised for the members of the branch
other paraphernalia. Boston RAFA Association including the branch
The day also included towards the funding of a secretary Mrs Sue Kirk.
a lunch in the officer’s mess, memorial stone, which is The day was thoroughly
where they had a meet & placed at the entrance to the enjoyed by all and went off
greet with the RAF Coningsby Boston War Memorial Garden, without a hitch, with all RAF
Station Commander, Group in commemoration of the Coningsby Station RAFA
Captain Baulkwill, who was pilots and aircrew who were members who helped out
kind enough to spend time either captured, injured or on the day receiving great
going from table to table for killed during the Battle praise and sure promises
one on one time with the of Britain. that everyone would come
guests and finishing with a The cheque was back again next year to learn
group speech which all of the presented by the Boston more about the daily life of
guests were thrilled about. RAFLO’s Cpl John Bryce and RAF Coningsby.
The day was also an Cpl Dave Holmes to the Memorial Stone.
opportunity for the RAF Boston branch president SAC John Bryce
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RAF Coningsby host Lincoln City
Football Club
Sgt Dean Wagstaff, ILOC, Typhoon Force Headquarters
On the morning of 2nd October, I had sore legs from running the
Lincoln Half Marathon the day before but as Project Officer for
the visit I was also fairly nervous, countlessly checking whether
or not everything had been sorted.
I
had planned for the party to do the same in a burning
to arrive at around 1pm so aircraft falling out of the sky.
when I got a message from Walking the short distance to
the Support Liaison Officer, 29(R)Sqn, we were met by Sqn
Alan Long at around 1130am Ldr Long and Chf Tech Gav
saying that they’d only just ‘Hutch’ Hutchinson.With them
started training and wouldn’t all having sat and had a good
be setting off until 2pm there look around in the cockpit,
was a slight flappy moment. Sqn Ldr Long gave them a tour
This soon passed and I set to around the aircraft, explaining
rearranging the programme the stats behind each sortie
and all was good again. which even as footballers, left
Two cars arrived. Alan’s them a bit gobsmacked.
with himself and Jordan During this time Danny
Brown who was covering was more than happy to share
the media for the club, then his coaching expertise with
Manager Danny Cowley’s Hutch who coaches Cranwell
car pulled up with himself, Juniors U8s. With more pictures
goalkeeper Josh Vickers and taken and more thanks given,
winger Harry Anderson. we made our way back to
First stop was the BBMF their cars and waved our
hangar. They were all clearly paratroopers on the original the numbers of missions visitors goodbye.
in awe of the Lancaster as aircraft skin during World and aircraft that had taken The feedback was
they walked around while War 2 as well as that left by off from airfields all around that this was a successful
fellow Imps supporter and veterans on recent visits to the Lincolnshire, of course not visit enjoyed by everybody
Dakota loadmaster MAcr flight. Taking them on board forgetting the heroics of 617 involved. With new
Marcus Burton explained the the Lancaster, it was not hard Sqn and the Dambusters raid. relationships forged between
purpose of the BBMF as well for them to get emotional, Seeing fully fit footballers the club and RAF Coningsby,
as the significance of the City knowing what the aircraft in their training gear struggling it is hoped that the contacts
of Lincoln as a beacon when represents in terms of those to move back down an aircraft made that day can be used
Bomber Crews were coming bomber crews lost during the parked in the hangar puts it to even greater even effect
home from their missions. war. Moving up through the very much into context when in wider community projects
Explaining the different aircraft, Marcus recounted imagining young aircrew trying between both organisations.
versions and roles of the
fighter aircraft and the
difference between the Merlin
and Griffon engines, the lads
were engaged throughout
with Harry in particular asking
loads of questions. Marcus had
double checked his research
on all the aircraft picking on
some pertinent and relevant
facts. Moving onto the Dakota,
Marcus talked at great depth
about the history of his aircraft
and the many roles of the type
while the party sat in the seats
formerly occupied by those
transported to the front many
years before.
He also pointed out
the graffiti left by Canadian
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3(F) SQN
With the Christmas season rapidly approaching, We have spaces available for children
aged 3 months to 12 years.
3(Fighter) Squadron can happily reflect on a Funding is available for eligible 2,3 and 4 year olds.
successful autumn period. 30 Hour model available.
T
he Squadron is finally the Squadron Intelligence
back at full strength Officer who we are delighted 22 School Lane, Coningsby Call 01526 344118 info@thelittleacornsdaynursery.co.uk
in the UK, following to announce has finally begun
our hugely successful his journey to become a • Qualified Teacher led Pre-school
deployment in support of member of the two-winged
Operation BILOXI in Romania. master race; and there was a • Freshly prepared homemade
The Squadron is once again
operating at ‘full steam ahead’,
special mention for one of our
pilots, whose excessive use meals made onsite by our cook.
in order to satisfy our high
readiness commitment.
of sunbeds, moisturiser and
hair gel has earned him a spot
• Great value £3.95 per hour
The autumn period was
a time of unprecedented
with The Red Arrows. We wish
them all the best of luck in
• Excellent childcare provision
combined operations, between
3(F) and XI(F) Squadrons. This
the future.
On Thursday 12th
• Weekly french lessons
presented both Squadrons
with a unique opportunity to
October, 3(F) Sqn completed
perhaps the most important
• Weekly swimming lessons
complete airborne training, task of this period. Nine • We have an open door policy,
utilising a greater joint members of the Squadron
availability of both pilots and had the honour of attending no appointment necessary,
aircraft. Once this was over, and a rededication ceremony
back in familiar surroundings, for Lieutenant Leonard Kidd come and take a look
the Squadron engineering MC and Second Lieutenant
team wasted no time in getting Fenton Phillips MC, where “I have two children attending the nursery and they both absolutely love it.
back to full speed. This allowed the Squadron Standard was
us to participate fully in proudly paraded. These brave The staff are amazing and always go above and beyond, can not recommend enough.”
Exercise COBRA WARRIOR, the airmen of 3 Squadron Royal
final exercise of the Typhoon Flying Corps were sadly shot
Qualified Weapons Instructors’ down and killed on 12th “My daughter is in baby room and she loves it.
Course, and Exercise Oct 1916, whilst conducting
EASTERN ZEPHYR, which saw operations over the Somme The staff are fantastic and she always comes and leaves with big smiles on her face.”
us integrate and operate Battlefield. For 101 years they
with USAF F-22 Raptors; an had lain in unmarked graves,
“My son has just started in the toddler room, the staff made him and myself feel
opportunity which was relished with their whereabouts
by all involved. On top of this unknown. However, after some so welcome and went the extra mile to help him settle in. It made going back
we also participated in Exercise incredibly hard work by Steve to work so much easier knowing he was being well looked after.”
VIRTUAL FURY, a large scale two St-Amant, a retired Canadian
week, synthetic-based exercise Naval officer, they could finally We are super excited to announce that we will be employing a
Qualified School Teacher, to run our Pre School room in September.
access to their unveiling personalities as they discover and experience
the world. The joy of being responsible for helping them to create their
at RAF Waddington, which be laid to rest in named graves, Ailsa commences employment on the 1st September, first sentence and being there to witness all those small steps towards
and will be inviting you all to a presentation on these goals in their learning.”
further demonstrates a flavour after a poignant ceremony in what to expect over the next year.
of our current pace of life. keeping with the sacrifice that What can Ailsa bring to The Little Acorns Day Nursery?
So without further ado, let’s take a peek at her bio... Having Ailsa on the team gives us experience of her knowledge
Personnel from 3(F) they made. of teaching in nursery and how this translates in the future to the
Sqn were cautioned to be This has marked Who is Ailsa? reception year and other ages.
Ailsa moved to Lincolnshire in 2010 after completing her
‘on their best behaviour’ as an enjoyable and highly PGCE in Early Years at London South Bank University. Whilst Ailsa is fascinated by the phonics framework for the nursery
members of the Squadron successful period for 3(F) Ailsa loves the vibrancy of London she loves the countryside
and space that Lincolnshire has to offer her family.
environment and how important this is for setting the groundwork for
literacy in the future. “I love all the activities and games that are crucial
Association, as well as Sqn. We look forward to our for establishing the ability to listen for sounds, they are great fun and
Ailsa began her teaching career in various settings as a the children don’t realise how much they are learning whilst they are
members of the Worshipful upcoming deployments to supply teacher ranging from nursery to year three, however laughing and playing.” Ailsa also has a passion for gardening and hopes to
continue her experimenting with the help of the children
Company of Pewterers and Estonia and will hopefully her passion is for Early Years and all her recent permanent
over the next coming months – watch this space!
positions have all been in Early Years settings. Ailsa also loves teaching maths and combining this with creative and
their families were invited to enjoy a well-earned rest over fun experiences for the children. “There are endless opportunities to
Ailsa understands that as a setting we are always looking to
a Dining In night to celebrate the Christmas period. As ever Ailsa has experience of meeting and assessing the needs of all pupils, engage in maths in all areas of the EYFS curriculum, the key is to get
improve and adapt and we always look forward to analysing our
including those with SEN, gifted and talented, EAL and with a disability. it into your provision whether it is whilst cooking, building or making
the achievements of the we are extremely grateful for Ailsa has regularly taught in classes where there are children with up stories.” methods and practices. We strive to be outstanding in all we do!
Squadron. Notable departures the sacrifices that our friends special needs; in particular Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome and Dyspraxia. Ailsa is very creative and loves using roleplay to engage the
children in their learning. “I love engaging the children in Ailsa is happy to speak to you about any specific questions you
remembered at this event, and families make on our What does Ailsa love about working with children? making the roleplay for themselves; we have built an igloo, may have about your child’s development; this can be at the
“I love the endless desire that children have to learn and the priceless a spaceship, a police station and the ogre’s castle!” beginning or end of the day or by specific appointment.
included: one of the Junior behalf, especially during the
Engineering Officers who protracted amounts of time
is poised to bring his own
unique style to the Falklands
(let’s hope they are ready);
we spend away. We wish you
all a Merry Christmas and a
prosperous 2018.
Book your place now!
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XI(F) Sqn
Well, it has been another busy period
Bearhugs Nursery
Horncastle and Tattershall
Kirkby on Bain
Church of England Primary School
Learning together for life
for XI(F) Squadron with detachments Children are welcome from 6 weeks to
At Kirkby on Bain Church of England Primary School,
children are nurtured and inspired, within a safe and happy
overseas and a change of command. 8 years of age at our Tattershall Nursery environment, to become well-rounded independent learners
O
and up to 11 years of age at our Horncastle Nursery. who are academically and socially prepared for the future.
n the flying side our currently deployed on Ex
joint operations with ATLC at Al Dhafra Air Base, “There is great emphasis on the development of the ‘whole’ child, with focus given to their
3(F) Sqn has come to UAE. Ex ATLC provides an Open from 07.30-18.00 with competitive pricing personal and spiritual development, which is exceptional.” (SIAMS July 2017)
end. During this period we excellent training platform and sessions to suit all needs.
have amalgamated our assets in preparation for our next
in order to train up pilots on major event Ex RED FLAG. 15 hours funding for all eligible two, three, and four • Small class size in reception • Fabulous outdoor learning area
each Squadron. This meant These exercises involve large year olds, and from September 2017, 30 hours (usually 15 children) • Before and after school child care
that Combat Ready Work Ups, numbers of aircraft from many funding for all eligible three and four year olds. • Brand new purpose-built school hall available (8am-5.30pm)
Pairs Lead Works Ups, and different nations and this • Exciting opportunities to learn in the • “Teachers use creative and innovative
school’s nature reserve approaches to capture pupils’ interest
Fours Lead Work Ups were enables us to test the pilots Breakfast club and school pick up available for • Lots of free after school clubs and stimulate their imagination”
completed with access to a and aircraft to their limits. Holy Trinity Primary School Tattershall and including a variety of different sports (Ofsted Sept 2016)
plethora of different assets. On our return to the UK throughout the year • Learning is shaped around child
Horncastle Primary School.
Everyone on 3(F) and XI(F) the Squadron will be taking initiated activities
part in Ex VIRTUAL FURY at
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many on XI(F) won’t get AFB, USA in the New Year. 01526 344885 01507 523844
to experience the positive bearhugs.tattershall@yahoo.com bearhugs.nursery@yahoo.com
outlook of Flt Lt Brett Fusco.
The biggest news for XI(F)
Be sure to check out our facebook pages and website at
is the change of command at
www.bearhugsnursery.co.uk
the top of the Squadron. Wg
Cdr Matt Peterson has handed
over the reins to Wg Cdr Paul
“Pablo” O’Grady who makes
the short hop across the
airfield to Echo dispersal from Tattershall
Typhoon Force Headquarters.
Wg Cdr Peterson leaves the Primary School
Squadron at its peak and
has led us all through many Wg Cdr Peterson handing over to
major milestones in the past 2 Wg Cdr O’Grady.
years, most recently with Op
SHADER. Matt, we wish you, With all this comes a lot of
Sam, George, Bertie and Gintie planning on the engineering,
(the dog) all the best for the ops and admin sides of the
future and we look forward to Squadron. Without the hard
seeing you at the Association work of everyone these At Tattershall Primary School we work
events in the future. exercises wouldn’t happen in close partnership with parents and
Taking over from Matt is and it shows that the whole carers to help all children achieve their
learn together,
full potential in a happy and caring
Wg Cdr O’Grady who many of Squadron plays a part in learning environment.
you will already know. Pablo, ensuring they are successful.
We set high expectations for learning and
welcome to the finest Fighter
Squadron in the world! At Until next time Coningsby...
behaviour and continually strive to raise
standards through providing a relevant,
work together,
the time of writing we are SEE YUH!!
Wg Cdr Peterson’s final flight as OC XI(F) Sqn.
varied and stimulating curriculum.
Visits to the school are
succeed together
warmly welcomed. We are a small village primary school with enthusiastic and
Please contact Mrs A Porter or the committed staff, all prepared to ‘go the extra mile’ to provide a
headteacher Mrs J Davey who learning experience that your child will enjoy and remember.
will be pleased to show you around
the school and answer your queries. Our children were invited to play their Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted 2016
brass instruments at The Royal Albert Hall.
Breakfast Club available from 8am every day
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Headteacher:
Tel/Fax: 01526 342045 Mrs Janette Davey ‘Children make good progress and behave well’
Ofsted 2016
www.tattershallprimary.lincs.sch.uk
enquiries@tattershallprimary.lincs.sch.uk Visitors are welcome, please contact us on
Tattershall, Lincoln LN4 4QZ
01507 568304 www.mareham.lincs.sch.uk
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The Ruskington
Chestnut Street
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CofE Primary Academy
is a caring and positive school where every children who come to
child is nurtured and valued. We aim to Coningsby St. Michael’s CofE
develop ‘whole’ individuals and promote Primary School opportunities to help them
2017 has been another successful year for the Typhoon independent learning. Our topic and learning
question approach to teaching the National
learn new skills and develop these in areas
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Display, with over 50 public displays performed in front Curriculum ensures entitlement for all
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Compassion; Respect; Honesty;
Perseverance; Trust & Forgiveness.
of millions of people around Europe.
appropriate to their individual needs.
School should be an exciting experience, At Chestnut Street we aim to enable all of our children
The Church School values we teach enjoyed and remembered. We hope your
to succeed and feel good about themselves.
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the children are the foundations to our child is happy at Coningsby St. Michael’s
he final display was cemented when his parents Jim crossed over to the Typhoon Flight and part of school and underpin our curriculum. CofE Primary School.Together with you,
flown at RAF Coningsby took him to an air show in Typhoon in 2006 and took up 41(R) Sqn. Here he conducted Our values this year are: Forgiveness; we work hard to ensure they are. Our six Church school values underpin all
Perseverance;Thankfulness;Truthfulness;
as part of the Air Bournemouth when he was a position as a ground school trials on the newest hardware of our work and activities at school.
Friendship and Compassion. We teach
Combat Power Visit. 10 years old. He decided there and simulator instructor and software standards of the children values for life through these
This year’s pilot, Flt Lt and then that he would one pilot in the Typhoon Training Typhoon including Tranche making links to bible stories enabling
Chestnut Street is committed to high
Ryan Lawton said “It’s been day fly fast jets and set about Facility at RAF Coningsby. 1 Evolution Package 1 our children to make choices and
decisions, both in and out of school. standards and high achievement.
a real privilege to represent realizing his dream. Jim was posted to XI(F) Sqn and the Tranche 2 Phase 1
the Royal Air Force during After Initial Officer in 2009 where he conducted Enhancement Package. Teachers strive to create purposeful
2017. This year has been very Training and elementary Quick Reaction Alert duties in In 2015, Jim joined 29(R) and stimulating learning environments, The dedicated staff at our amazing school work
busy, but incredibly rewarding pilot ground school at RAFC the UK and Falkland Islands Sqn, where his current role both inside the classroom and by using extremely hard to create safe, inspiring and
for everyone involved and Cranwell, Jim was posted and also flew on operations is to teach student pilots
our generous school grounds.The motivating environments and opportunities, for
curriculum is enhanced through a range
has only been possible to RAF Linton-on-Ouse to over Libya. In 2012, Jim electronic warfare and how of visitors into school and a variety of our children to flourish with their learning.
to operate Typhoon. In trips throughout the year, as well as a
addition to his instructional range of extra-curricular activities. The Ruskington Chestnut Street CofE Primary Academy,
duties, Jim contributes to Chestnut Street, Ruskington, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 9DL
RAF Coningsby’s primary
Coningsby St Michael’s Church of England Primary School Want to find out more? Please look at our website
School Lane, Coningsby, Lincolnshire, LN4 4SJ
task of defending UK www.chestnutstreet.co.uk or phone the school on
sovereign airspace. Tel: 01526 342312 Email: enquiries@csm.lincs.sch.uk
Jim lives in Lincolnshire Web: www.coningsbyprimary.co.uk Tel: 01526 832424 to arrange a visit.
with his wife, 2 children and
a tank of tropical fish. In his
limited spare time he enjoys
Why Stamford?
golf, going to the gym and has
recently started re-learning
how to play the piano.
Jim said “I’m delighted
and extremely grateful to have
been given the opportunity
Our three Schools work together to provide an outstanding
to display the RAF’s premier education for girls and boys aged 3 to 18. We take pride in
fighter aircraft in its historic developing curiosity and a love of learning helping to shape
centennial year. I’m very much well-rounded individuals, who are fully equipped for the next
Jet handover.
looking forward to building stage in their lives.
through the commitment complete Basic Fast Jet on was posted as an Evaluator a display that showcases the
With a flexible, affordable and family focused approach to
and professionalism of the the Tucano. He completed Pilot and electronic warfare Typhoon’s incredible power boarding, supplemented with an extensive co-curricular
engineers on 29(R) Sqn and Advanced Flying Training and specialist to 17(R) Test and and carefree handling and programme, our Schools provide an offering particularly
the support from the entire of his Tactical Weapons course Evaluation Squadron, which can’t wait to get started on suited to military families.
RAF Coningsby”. at RAF Valley on the Hawk T1 subsequently became the work up”.
As we look forward to and was role-disposed to the
2018, The RAF’s Centenary Tornado GR4 in 2003. After Forthcoming admissions events:
year will surely be even completing the Operational
20th January 2018 20th March 2018
busier for the Typhoon Conversion Unit at RAF Year 7 Entrance Stamford School
Display. The selection of the Lossiemouth, Jim was posted Examinations Discovery Morning
display engineering teams to XIII Sqn at RAF Marham,
is still on-going, but we are where he was trained in low 6th March 2018 21st March 2018
Stamford Junior School Stamford High School
pleased to announce that the level reconnaissance and
Discovery Morning Discovery Morning
display pilot for 2018 is Flt Lt instructed electronic warfare.
Jim Peterson! He completed numerous
Jim was born in Bermuda overseas exercises, graduated
and moved to the UK in 1981 from the NATO Tactical
aged 4 where he grew up in Leadership Program Flying
West Sussex. Fascinated by Course in Florennes, Belgium
aircraft, his love of fighter and deployed twice on
jets and display flying was operations over Iraq. Flt Lt Ryan Lawton handing over to Flt Lt Jim Peterson. To book your place, please contact our admissions team on 01780 750311 or visit www.ses.lincs.sch.uk20 SQUADRON NEWS ISSUE 4 2017 onetoone 21
41(R) Giving thanks for service – The Royal Mile was
packed with people looking
on, wondering why five guys
‘The Last Ride’ were cycling up the cobbles
of the mile. With the castle
Sqn
now closed to the public, the
“HIGHRIDER 17.2 is cancelled and the running team waited at the
entrance as the cycle team
Tornado GR4 is likely to be retired from approached. Both teams
41(R) Sqn trial service before the end of completed the last 100 metres
together. Day 4 complete with
the year.” 100 cycle miles and 26 running
miles covered!
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his is what we were told None of the runners had ever cycle miles and 26 running afternoon, finishing just as the With relief and jubilation
in the summer of 2017, completed a marathon and miles completed. day turned to dusk. A good flowing among the teams
basically ending Tornado some of the cyclists had never Day 2 began early and home cooked meal from one we began to realise what
GR4 at RAF Coningsby. completed more than 60 miles very damp for the cyclists. of the team’s parents awaited had been completed over
A small group of Tornado in one day. This really was They powered through both runners and cyclists to the last 4 days and what a
GR4 engineers started to going to be a very tough 4 the first 30 miles of a 127 end the emotional third day. great team adventure it had
generate ideas to raise money days for everyone involved! mile day to RAF Linton on Day 3 complete with 118 been. Challenge complete
for charity to mark the end So after weeks of Ouse. The runners set off cycle miles and 26 running and over £3000 raised for our
of trial service for the GR4. preparation, organising, cake mid-morning from 41(R) miles complete. two charities. Arriving at Wittering.
The one that seemed like a selling and raising money, the Sqn again to complete the The final day was here
good idea was a cycle ride event was finally upon us. The second marathon. They were and all the bodies showed Cycle Team:
from Buckingham Palace to cycle team left for London and all feeling the previous day’s the signs of the previous Chf/Tech Paul Partington, Cpl
Edinburgh Castle in four x 100 the following morning the effort but still completed the three days. However morale Rob Taylor, Cpl Lee Gemmell,
mile days. By the time we cycle team were assembled for distance in 4h 27mins. After was good, the weather was SAC( T ) Matt Bellamy and
had the full plan in place we photos outside Buckingham over 11 hours in the saddle nice and the scenery was SAC( T ) Ken Holmes
now had personnel cycling, Palace. At about 08:30 on the the cycle team arrived in absolutely beautiful. The
running and supporting. Two 27 Sep the cycle team were York to meet up with a tired cycle team set off with their Cycle support Team:
amazing charities were picked off and managed a grand total but jubilant running team. sights firmly set on Scotland. Sgt David Nutland, Cpl Richard
to benefit from the 41 Sqn of 0.6 miles before the first Day 2 complete with 127 The miles began to pass, but Thorpe
efforts SSAFA and HemiHelp, tyre explosion. Now nearing cycle miles and 26 running the hills began to increase,
both had provided support 09:00 and already behind, the miles completed. slowing the pace and pushing Running Team:
to a team member’s son who London traffic awaited. Day 3 began early the cycle team into dark Sgt Craig Zenko, Sgt Ian
suffers from Cerebral Palsy. The runners starting from again for the cyclists and places. The running team set Fairbairn and Cpl Rob Redhead
‘The Last Ride’ was born. 41(R) Sqn also set off and unfortunately to miserable off from RAF Boulmer in
The challenge would be 5 completed the first marathon weather which rather the morning sun and Running team support:
cyclists and 2 support vehicles, in 4h 04mins. dampened the spirits of an completed all but 100 metres Cpl Glen Jones, Cpl Mark Smith
already tired cycle team. At of their marathon.
least there was only 118 miles The support crew even Just giving: www.justgiving.
to RAF Boulmer ahead of ran some miles to help the com/companyteams/tornado Edinburgh Castle.
them. The cycle team found broken running team to
Donation to martin
this challenging; however, complete the distance. The
cycling past a cheering last 100 metres was saved
parent improved morale. for the top of the royal mile
The running team had a
challenging marathon in the
poor weather with broken
Edinburgh Castle when the
cycle team arrived. With less
than 20 miles to go, the cycle
house hospice
During exercise Highrider 16-04, 41 Sqn personnel, as with
bodies; with the help of Deep team came up against the 2.5
every detachment raised money for a chosen charity.
Heat, compression bandages mile 8% A68 climb which was
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and amazing will-power, a personal challenge for all 5 he charity, Martin House
The team. they completed the third members! With the castle in Hospice based in Wetherby
marathon in 4 hours. The sight, sprits were sky high and was chosen by 41 Sqn
travelling from London to They would pay for this cycle team finally made it the cycle team raced to the HR clerk Sarah Short. Martin
Edinburgh in four days, while time during the rest of the through Newcastle on a Friday bottom of the royal mile. House provides family-led care
in the same 4 days, 3 runners week! The cyclists survived for children and young people
and 1 support vehicle would London and pushed on with life-limiting conditions. 41
complete 4 marathons, towards RAF Wittering the first Sqn personnel raised money
finishing at Edinburgh castle stop. Just outside St Neots by collecting donations and
with the cyclists. The dates they received word that the winning the local fancy dress
were set for the 27th - 30th two 41 (R) Sqn Tornados were competitions where the
Sep. With less than 12 weeks on their way for a flypast. With squadrons very own Pamela
to go ‘til the start, it was time St Neots now wondering why Anderson starred for a successive
to start training. It became two Tornados had just buzzed year. A total of £527.83 was raised
clear very quickly the vast their town the cycle team and presented to Mrs Allison
Cpl Short presenting the cheque to Allison
scale of the challenge we completed the first day in high Wragg from Martin House Hospice.
Wragg from the fundraising team.
were attempting to complete. spirits. First day complete, 100 The team outside Buckingham Palace.22 FEATURES ISSUE 4 2017 onetoone 23
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skills. Mentored and advised
large numbers watching from
the stands and numerous
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and Ollie Elkington.
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member of the branch ASDA and the collection in new skills.
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As a branch with an ageing Branch raised £1677.85 for produce are not the type you
membership Ray stepped up this year’s wings appeal which deliver on a day to day basis.
to take on the reins as their given the advanced age of It’s not all about the medals,
wings appeal organiser. Ray some the members is an but don’t get me wrong it is
was responsible for organising incredible achievement. nice when you win one! ”For
the stock for the Branch and The close of the week Danny’s efforts, he came home
liaising with the Local Air Cadet saw Ray and the Branch Vice with a Bronze Medal.
Squadron to collect for the Chair Mr Jack Chapman (94) Although she didn’t travel,
Association over the Battle of lay a wreath at the cenotaph Jess entered the Open Novelty
Britain weekend. in Stockton. Cake Class. This is a Display
Salon Class, which meant she
had to prepare and present
a novelty cake to celebrate a
child’s birthday.
This cake was judged not
only on its decoration but also
it’s taste. Jess’ ‘debrief ’ from
the judges was rippled with
praise. One commented “…
this has totally hit the brief.
My granddaughter would love
it, it’s so cute.” A Certificate of
Merit was brought back to Jess
on the teams return.
Callum entered Junior
Chef of the Year. Having 50
minutes to prepare cook
and serve a 2 course meal for
2 covers comprising of: Main
Course: 2 plated portions
to competitor’s choice but
using chicken as the prime
ingredient. Dessert course:
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The Banovallum School
Holy Trinity
A s a smaller secondary school
we are fortunate to know each
Church of England Primary School
Tattershall
small and insignificant, but That God has given us a gift of our students as individuals and
are able to cite successes for every
Padre Chris he’ll steadily and firmly set beyond words to receive now one of them, within and beyond
things right. He won’t tire and also to hope for in the the curriculum. As well as a clear
out and quit. He won’t be future. I trust too that amidst academic focus, we recognise
that education is about the wider Our school, which has a strong Christian ethos, is a happy
stopped until he’s finished the ‘chaos’ often associated opportunities and we are fortunate place where children enjoy learning and playing together.
his work - to set things right with this season, you will be to have a dedicated, expert staff with Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar
who always go the extra mile for School allows us to extend those
on earth...(Isaiah 42: 1-4 - able to experience some of our young people. values even further.
The Message translation) this hope for yourselves. We are proud of our Young Our Academy status has
We celebrate the birth Enterprise winners, our Project X facilitated great improvement
winners, our Duke of Edinburgh to the school environment. We
of Jesus at this time of year to Have a ‘hopeful’ Christmas! achievers, our Anti-bullying encourage visits from parents
remind ourselves that there ambassadors, our dramatists, and carers to come and see for
is some hope out there still. Padre Chris Carré musicians, Sports Personality themselves our inspiring and
winners, Literacy Leaders, and positive learning community.
young writers who launched their Banovallum produces students
first published book last year. who are eminently employable –
The school is led on the take a look at the Alumni page on
principles of hard work and our website to see some stories of
collaboration and our partnership past students.
Please contact the school office on 01507 522232 to arrange a visit.
Running has been a major part of my
We pride ourselves on academic achievement and
life for the last twenty five years the quality of our relationships within the
competing in everything from all- school and the wider community.
terrain races up to marathon distance.
We offer a ‘Bluey Club’ for Service families and a
M
uch to my wife’s fall; but those who hope in New Pupil Mentor for all families joining our school.
dismay, I am often up the Lord will renew their
at 5.15am and out of strength. They will soar on Banovallum School Visits to the school are very welcome.
the door to get a run in before wings like eagles; they will Boston Road, Horncastle, Lincs LN9 6DA Telephone: 01526 342349
admin@banovallumschool.co.uk
heading off to work. You may run and not grow weary, they Email: enquiries@holytrinity.lincs.sch.uk
01507 522232
well ask yourself ‘why?’ and will walk and not be faint. http://www.banovallumschool.co.uk www.holytrinitytattershall.co.uk
would be entitled to do so (Isaiah 40: 29-31)
and whilst I too am perhaps Whilst I look forward to
still asking that question after the day when I will be able
twenty five years, I hope that
it’s doing me some good in
the long run. Whether it be
to run and not grow weary,
these words were written by
Isaiah to give hope also to the
Barrack News
a new PB or just maintaining
fitness, there is a positive
people of Israel. At the time
they were living in political Post Office
mindset that arises out of
physical exercise.
turmoil and in constant
fear of being taken into
Now open,
Having recently hit the slavery having their freedom Mon - Sat 6 - 6pm Sun 6 - 4pm
ripe old age of 45, in the revoked. Isaiah spoke into
competitive world of men’s
distance running I have hit
that uncertainty providing
some hope for their future
Cafe
a new ‘age-category’ which and it was in this hope that Now open
means that I have special he painted the picture of one
dispensation to be slower who was to secure that for Market Place, Tattershall
than the rest, to recover eternity, a child, a boy whose 01526 348822
longer than the rest and to shoulders the world rested
get injured more than the rest! upon...Jesus.
We cannot turn back time And here’s what God said
and indeed as the clock ticks to Isaiah about this boy Jesus... Catherine McMahon
on I just find myself getting ‘Take a good look at BSc (Hons) DOptom MASC
frustrated that I cannot run my servant, I’m backing David Hilton
as fast as my once youthful him to the hilt. He’s the one BSc FCOptom
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LOGISTICS SQUADRON – ANNUAL
CHARITY EVENT ‘THE BOSTON SLOG’
Ex CAPITOL PATRIOT ‘Outstanding’ boarding for
Thursday 5th October 2017; a bright but
On a cold autumn morning in October,
five drivers from RAF Coningsby MT flight
Sixth Form students in Lincoln
breezy day on which 52 competitors took ventured to London on Exercise CAPITOL
The Priory Academy LSST, rated outstanding by Ofsted and consistently one of the top
on the four challenges that make up the PATRIOT heading down to the Houses of
non-selective state schools in the country, offers boarding exclusively for Sixth Formers.
Parliament to meet the local Louth and
Logistics Sqns annual charity event.
Horncastle Member of Parliament, Victoria Our modern three-storey boarding house, also rated Outstanding by Ofsted,
Atkins MP. offers a smooth transition from school to university and adult life.
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he Boston Slog as it is The 2nd Leg of the races
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affectionately known is from the Boston Stump was he Boston Slog as it is cycle into Boston and 13.2 Our distinctive ethos ensures that our The Priory also has a strong academic
now in its 30th year and started by the Mayor of Boston affectionately known is mile run back) that was won students appreciate the excitement emphasis with a 99.5% A-Level
of learning, the rewards of personal pass rate in 2017. 39% of students
this year was supported by the who was delighted to be able now in its 30th year and by Padre Chris Carre who won
challenge and the importance progressed to Russell Group universities
Station Commander Gp Capt to offer his support to this this year was supported by the by a huge 13 minute margin of consideration for others. and 33 students have received
Baulkwill racing in the ‘Cycle- annual event. Station Commander Gp Capt against a really competitive Oxbridge offers in the last four years.
Man Event’. These races take a Baulkwill racing in the ‘Cycle- field. The 2nd Leg of the races Pastoral care is paramount.
Our dedicated team of staff always Boarders also have access to an
Monies raised, as always considerable amount of Man Event’. from the Boston Stump was
go above and beyond to ensure that outstanding range of trips and extra-
would be split between Cancer planning and organisation by Monies raised, as always started by the Mayor of Boston they meet the needs of the boarders. curricular activities, including excellent
Research and the British Heart a host of volunteers without would be split between Cancer who was delighted to be able Single, en-suite study bedrooms are sports facilities. No wonder students
Foundation in thanks for the whom it could not happen. Research and the British Heart to offer his support to this complemented by a common room on describe their time here as ‘a positive
support they gave the two Thanks to FS Paul Fido, the Foundation in thanks for the annual event. each level and a boarders’ kitchen. choice that has extended their horizons’.
Logistics Sqn personnel and ladies in the LS LVP Office, support they gave the two These races take a
their families to which these including Liz Browne who Logistics Sqn personnel and considerable amount of
‘Boarders make exceptional progress in personal and social
races are dedicated. There are returned from retirement to their families to which these planning and organisation by development and educational achievement.’ (Ofsted)
4 distinct races and the Team help, SACs Jones, Fountain, races are dedicated. There are a host of volunteers without
Trophy up for grabs; this years Knight, Burgess, Deeks and 4 distinct races and the Team whom it could not happen. To arrange a visit or to apply for a place in September 2018 or 2019, contact:
cycle race was won by Cpl Ayres all of whom helped to Trophy up for grabs; this years Thanks to FS Paul Fido, the
Trev Shuttleworth in a very make for a memorable and cycle race was won by Cpl ladies in the LS LVP Office, Mr John Nuttall (Head of Boarding) Telephone: 01522 889977
close race thanks in part to rewarding day for all involved. Trev Shuttleworth in a very including Liz Browne who The Priory Academy LSST, Cross O’Cliff Hill, Email: boarding@prioryacademies.co.uk
the level crossing on the route The event raised over close race thanks in part to returned from retirement to
into Boston closing for several £500 between the two the level crossing on the route help, SACs Jones, Fountain,
Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN5 8PW Visit: www.prioryacademies.co.uk/boarding
minutes to allow the leading charities and adds to the into Boston closing for several Knight, Burgess, Deeks and
pack to all cross the line of the cumulative running total of minutes to allow the leading Ayres all of whom helped to
first leg within a few seconds £20,000 that the event has pack to all cross the line of the make for a memorable and
of one another. raised since its inception 30 first leg within a few seconds rewarding day for all involved.
Cpl Toni Blacknell was years ago. Well done to all. of one another. The event raised over
a worthy winner of the ‘Iron Planning has already started Cpl Toni Blacknell was £500 between the two
Lady‘, making sure that HR in anticipation of the RAF100 a worthy winner of the ‘Iron charities and adds to the
Flt got their name onto the Boston Slog. Hope to see Lady‘, making sure that HR cumulative running total of
Team Winners Shield. The you there. Flt got their name onto the £20,000 that the event has
running race of just over a half FS Paul Fido Team Winners Shield. The raised since its inception 30
marathon distance was won running race of just over a half years ago. Well done to all.
by SAC Josh Bond in a highly marathon distance was won Planning has already started
respectable 1hr 35 minutes. by SAC Josh Bond in a highly in anticipation of the RAF100
Special mention must respectable 1hr 35 minutes. Boston Slog. Hope to see
be made of the winner of the Special mention must you there.
‘Iron Man’ event (the 14 mile be made of the winner of the
cycle into Boston and 13.2 ‘Iron Man’ event (the 14 mile FS Paul Fido
mile run back) that was won
by Padre Chris Carre who
won by a huge 13 minute
margin against a really
competitive field.You can also read
