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Mar 53 min read
RAF Formal Dining Etiquette
At our 863 (Thurston) Squadron formal Annual Dinners we always try to follow RAF traditions and etiquette where pragmatically possible.
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Nov 26, 20243 min read
Recruits Diary Final Week - Passing out Parade
This night marked a monumental occasion for 863 (Thurston) Squadron as our newest recruits completed their journey, transitioning from ...
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Nov 22, 20242 min read
Origins of RAF Heraldic Badges
863 (Thurston) Squadron's heraldic crest depicts a flying salmon and we know the salmon works hard throughout its life cycle against all odd
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Nov 11, 20242 min read
Remembrance Day 2024
Remembrance Day stands as a solemn occasion in the United Kingdom, dedicated to honouring the sacrifices of military and civilian personnel
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Oct 25, 20243 min read
Origins of RAF Ranks!
Did you know that when the RAF was formed there was lots of arguing before the RAF ranks were finally agreed on?
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Oct 5, 20241 min read
Worlds Largest Aircraft 'Sponsored' By 863 (Thurston) Squadron.
The Chief Engineer came to 863 (Thurston) Squadron to give a presentation and because the Squadron were 'sponsors' of Airlander 10
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Sep 30, 20241 min read
Our Air Training Corps History
Did you know that the first cadet units were formed in 1859 with the purpose of protecting Britain in the event of an attack?
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