The UK Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS) delivers the next generation of world-class Aircrew and Air & Space Operations personnel to the Front Line.
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On 20 July, Commander Crompton, Commanding Officer 2 Maritime Air Wing, welcomed Squadron Leader Clulow as the new Officer Commanding of No.1 Flying Training School's 202 Squadron. The Squadron is based @RAF_Valley.
ALT Commander Crompton shaking hands with Squadron Leader Clulow
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Our teams at #RAFShawbury, #RAFValley and Bristol welcomed young people from local communities to our sites to learn more about defence, training and aviation. The youngsters gained some great insight from a collaborative team of staff, suppliers and customers. Thanks to all.👏
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Congratulations to Surveillance Foundation Course 26-1 who graduated from the Defence College of Air and Space Operations (DCASO).
The Reviewing Officer was Wing Commander Jacob Officer Commanding DCASO
We wish them every success for their future careers. #AirOperations
ALT Surveillance Foundation Course 26-1 with the Reviewing Officer.
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Congratulations to Air and Space Operation Specialist Course 33 who have graduated from the Defence College of Air and Space Operations.
We wish them every success for their future careers.
#AirOperations
ALT Air and Space Operation Specialist Course 33 with the Reviewing Officer.
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It's all change at No.1 Flying Training School, where Lieutenant Colonel Woodhouse has handed over command of 9 Regiment Army Air Corps to Lieutenant Colonel Jones. And Commander Thompson has handed over command of 2 Maritime Air Wing to Commander Crompton.
ALT CO 9 Regt AAC handover.
ALT CO 2 MAW handover
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A quick look at Day 1 of the Defence Engagement event at South Cerney.
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Today, No.1 Flying Training School has been hosting the Commander of the General Command of the Polish Armed Forces, alongside senior officers and Polish Embassy personnel. Air Officer Commanding 22 Group, Air Vice-Marshal Sharrocks, was present throughout the visit.
#NATO
ALT Visitors outside Duke of Cambridge Facility
ALT AOC 22 Group
ALT Viewing ground training facilites
ALT Viewing the Juno helicopter
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Great to see @NATO Flight Training Europe (NFTE) continue to grow, with 🇫🇮, 🇫🇷 & 🇸🇪 joining the programme at the #NATO Summit. NFTE is an important example of Allies working collaboratively to transform how we deliver aircrew training.
#UKMFTS are proud to be part of #NFTE.
At the #NATOsummit, 🇫🇮🇫🇷🇸🇪 joined @NATO Flight Training Europe.
Delivered by NSPA, #NFTE is transforming the way Allies train military aircrew & groundcrew with 20 member Nations & 16 training centres across 8 nations, delivering 22 different courses.
🔗nspa.nato.int/news/2026/nato…
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Dream of living and working in Cornwall? Find out about our opportunities at RNAS Culdrose, as we prepare for our new #UKMFTS mission aircrew training programme in 2027. ✈️QMAI WSO, QAI, QMAI (ISR), QSMAI (EW), QSMAI (WSO) and Ops schedulers needed. ascentflighttraining.com/car….
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Photo of the Week
ALT No.1 Flying Training School Juno and Crew
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The next RAF Shawbury night flying period will be 6 July - 13 August. Night flying is normally conducted from Monday to Thursday evenings. This vital training will support the security of the UK. Thank you for your enduring support. #flyingschool
ALT A Jupiter helicopter lifts behind a Juno helicopter at night.
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RAF Shawbury were delighted to welcome the Speaker of the House of Commons when he dropped in on Friday to show his support for Armed Forces Week. Mr Speaker enjoyed a working lunch with personnel and viewed elements of the training undertaken @RAF_Shawbury
@CommonsSpeaker
ALT Mr Speaker at lunch.
ALT Working lunch with a cross-section of personnel.
ALT Mr Speaker in a Juno flight training device with the Commandant.
ALT Mr Speaker views the ATC simulators.
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Infrastructure works for the new #UKMFTS mission aircrew training prog at #RNASCuldrose and #RAFCranwell are progressing well. Building work at Cranwell is moving into the finishing stage internally. At Culdrose, ground floor block work is complete, with stair cores commencing.
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They did it! Not only did the @BearForce #UKMFTS soapbox team make it to the finish line of the Red Bull Soapbox Race, they smashed their fundraising target of £10k! 👏Congratulations to Ascent's Ade Hill & Brian Kruchkow and Chris Pawley & Luke Shaw from RAF Valley's 72 Sq.
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The Human Edge: Inside the RAF's Elite Psychology Programme - read about how #UKMFTS is developing our next generation of world-class aircrew through the Combat Edge Programme:
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Congratulations to Surveillance Foundation Course 25-6 and Air and Space Operation Specialist Course 32 who have graduated from the Defence College of Air and Space Operations.
We wish them every success for their future careers.
#AirOperations
ALT Air and Space Operation Specialist Course 32 with the Reviewing Officer.
ALT Surveillance Foundation Course 25-6 with the Reviewing Officer.
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Congratulations to all those who have been recognised for their outstanding service in the Kings Birthday Honours List, including our #UKMFTS Fast Jet Transformation Team.
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#KBHL @DefenceHQ @RoyalAirForce @UKArmaments @AscentFlight @LockheedMartin
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2026 marks 50 years of Rotary Flying Training at RAF Shawbury.
If you have been a QHI or QHCI at RAF Shawbury during the last 50 years and would be interested in attending an evening function in October please contact: SHY-ComdtOuterOffice@mod.gov.uk
ALT 50th Anniversary image depicting a Juno helicopter at RAF Shawbury with a Whirlwind helicopter in the background.
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Photo of the Week.
ALT Pupil learning to fly a helicopter in the simulator.
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Following the tragic helicopter incident in Devon on Wednesday, the thoughts of all at RAF Shawbury and No.1 Flying Training School are with the family, friends and colleagues of those Royal Navy personnel who sadly lost their lives.
ALT RAF Shawbury Badge
ALT No.1 Flying Training School Badge
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