Congratulations to our Army Air Corps personnel, recognised in the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours: (KCB) Colonel Commandant Army Air Corps, Lieutenant General NRM Borton, DSO, MBE; (OBE) Colonel RDH Ball; (MSM) WO1 Melita Jarvis, MBE; (MSM) WO1 Will Massey; (CGS Commendation) Major Hannah M Hayward; (CJO Commendation) Major Rich Jones; (CJO Commendation) Major (now A/Lt Col) Justin Roberts. Copy, paste and click the link to read the list in full: https://armyaircorps.co.uk/aac-news/ Congratulations to them all!

Recently the squadron have been getting ready for our next CTR (conversion to role) by creating FARPs (forward arming and refuelling points). You can see here the new AH64-E models being marshalled in, ready to get fitted with drill hellfire missiles to give both the ground and aircrew experience in arming and disarming them🚀 #AT #Army #AAC #boat #Apache #Army #Helicopter #Hellfire #Missile #Missile #groundcrew #Armyaircorps #AAC #training #AH64E #Britisharmy #ministryofdefence

📸 Recent images featuring Apache and Wildcat helicopters in action. 🚁 The AAC is operating as part of the UK Armed Forces Enhanced Forward Presence in Estonia. 🤝 Latest exercises have seen collaboration with Joint Terminal Air Controllers, The Queens Royal Hussars and French Foreign Legion. 👉 for more! #nato #aac #efp #apache #apachehelicopter #wildcat #aircrew #britisharmy #military #career #stem #estonia #helicopter #training #army

Ex Spring Storm is a 14000 strong multi-national NATO exercise held in Estonia. The purpose of the exercise is to ensure interoperability and alignment to the Estonian National Defence Plan. Wildcat and Apache helicopters from 1 Regt AAC and 4 Regt AAC have formed an Aviation Task Force whilst deployed. During their stay they will be supporting NATO partners, forming part of the enhanced Forward Presence and operating alongside other deployed UK units. #aviation #nato #military #estonia #helicopter #exercise #europe #pilot #aircraft #aircrew #careers #apache #wildcat

At the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla, the Army Air Corps featured both on the ground and in the air. Personnel from across the AAC participated in the 1.42 mile long procession, marching from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey, covering the London landmarks of Buckingham Palace, The Mall, Admiralty Arch, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall, Parliament Square and Westminster Abbey. In total, over 4000 personnel from the UK Armed Forces and Commonwealth participated in the Coronation procession. Despite the weather, a tri-service Helicopter flypast of nearly 30 aircraft was able to be conducted, featuring Apache's from 3 Regt AAC and Wildcat from 1 Regt AAC. The helicopter element of the Coronation flypast departed from RAF Benson, Oxfordshire, with all three branches flying in close formation over Buckingham palace before returning to their bases. Congratulations to all personnel involved, particularly those from the AAC, a proud moment in their careers for all those participants on a momentous day. #coronation #aviation #flypast #unitedkingdom #buckinghampalace #apache #military #soldier #careers #aac

Congratulations to all personnel being recognised by His Majesty the King in the latest operational honours and awards. A special mention on the list goes to: Colonel O J Stead AAC, who has been awarded an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE). Warrant Officer Class 2 K R Copeland AAC, who has been awarded a King's Commendation for Valuable Service (KCVS).

Ex Wildcat Fire 1 Regt AAC deployed to Scotland from their home base, RNAS Yeovilton, with their Wildcat helicopters. The purpose of the exercise was to conduct live firing of their crew served weapons and develop target designation skills for other aircraft. UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2023 #army #helicopter #aac #aircrew #aircraft #pilot #training #career #stem #military #armyaircorps #britisharmy #scotland

Ready to deploy 🦅 Apache Helicopters from @4regimentarmyaircorps have deployed on @royal.fleet.auxiliary ship Argus to practice Maritime operations. #aac #apache #pilot #training #careers #military #helicopter #uk #army #maritime #flyfightlead

The British Army has recently reopened its rejoin opportunity; if you find yourself missing the camaraderie, challenges and excitement of a career in the Army Air Corps, you can email our team at the link below and in our bio: [email protected] to find out more. We look forward to hearing from you.

Today the Army Air Corps is celebrating International Women’s Day 2023, particularly the women personnel that represent Army Aviation. Army Aviation has a variety of roles available to women including Groundcrew specialists, Communication specialist, Pilots, Rearcrew and Mechanics. From the IWD 2023 theme #embraceequity “We can all challenge gender stereotypes, call out discrimination, draw attention to bias, and seek out inclusion. Collective activism is what drives change. From grassroots action to wide-scale momentum, we can all embrace equity.” #internationalwomensday #iwd #iwd2023 #stem #career #aviation #training #helicopter #pilot #women #flyfightlead #aac #apache #wildcat #uk #womeninaviation

Last week, SSgt Kirtland and Cpl Sturman stood on parade beside eight AirTprs representing 2 (Training) Regiment AAC at the Tilshead Memorial Service. This Memorial Service marked the 81st anniversary of the Glider Pilot Regiment and Airborne Forces, and it was an honour for the soldiers of the Regiment to be present at such an important event. For many of the AirTprs, it was their first opportunity to gain an insight into the foundations and history of the AAC. #CONNECT #INSPIRE #SUPPORT

Exercising the freedom of Wincanton was a privilege for the Regiment. A day of firsts for many, it included the addition of a 25 day old recruit, Sgt Buttercup. Troops marched up the hill from St Peter and St Paul’s Church towards the dias led by the British Army Band Tidworth. The route was lined by local school children, friends and family of the Regiment. Some of our VIPs were invited to inspect the parading troops. Pictured here are Chief Of Staff @101_Log_Bde, Brigadier Ackrill from @1st_AviationBCT and General Sir Peter Wall GCB, CBE, DL, FREng, who was the inspecting officer. Carried by the most junior officer on parade and escorted by Warrant Officers of the Regiment, the Corps Guidon carries the names of numerous battle honours won by the Corps and its antecedents. Finally, the Regiment was gifted a young friesian cow by the town. Sgt Buttercup was introduced to troops before the parade and will live at the local farm with farmer Paul Hodges. We would like to thank the people of Wincanton for granting us this honour and continuing to make us and our families welcome in the town. @armyaircorps @1st_aviation_bct @britisharmy #AviationRecce #IAmCombatAviation