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No 701 Course - Thompson Intake - RAF Halton

Today, we’re marking a double celebration at RAF Halton’s most recent Graduation.

Group Captain Paul McClurg has overseen the delivery of Phase 1 Training at both RAF Cranwell and RAF Halton since 2015 and was the Reviewing Officer of No 701 Course – Thompson Intake on Wednesday 20th July 2022. As Paul retires from more than 38 years of Service, his last Ceremonial duty was at his son’s first Ceremonial parade as Air Recruit McClurg graduated along with his peers of No 701 Course.

Also graduating were Air Recruits Hoskin and King who are alumni of Lincoln Air & Defence College, pictured with Group Captain McClurg who has championed the Air and Defence Colleges for the past 6 years. The Air and Defence College programme provides a new concept in education for young people who are looking towards a career in the RAF or with our Defence Partners.

Our heartfelt congratulations to all who Graduated - a very proud and significant day for those individuals and their families.

For more information on the Air and Defence College please go to:

Air & Defence College, Lincoln College

Air and Defence College | Stamford College

Air and Defence College | Peterborough College

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