Flight Lieutenant Mike Child

Mike flew the Typhoon before joining the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team.

Age - 31

Education - Mike was educated at Chichester High School for Boys. Whilst at school, he was a member of the school’s Combined Cadet Force and undertook his flying scholarship at TG Aviation, Manston. He then studied at the University of Birmingham, where he was sponsored by the RAF and spent much of his time flying the Tutor training aircraft at the University of Birmingham Air Squadron.

Career - Mike joined the Royal Air Force in 2001 and after successfully graduating from Advanced Flying Training, was selected to remain with 208 Squadron, to become a Qualified Flying Instructor. Mike was the Hawk Display Pilot in 2007 flying almost 70 displays that season. Having completed his Tactical Weapons Training in Canada, Mike was posted to the Typhoon at Coningsby serving on 3 (F) Squadron. Mike was declared Combat Ready in December 2009 and went on to serve on Quick Reaction Alert in the UK and the Falkland Islands. This is his first year on the Team.

Background - Mike grew up in Chichester, West Sussex and was interested in flying from a young age. Mike currently lives in Woodhall Spa with his wife Christina and their dog Charlie. In his spare time Mike enjoys scuba diving, skiing, hill walking and travelling.