Additionally, they will inspect aircraft and interact with helicopter technicians at a squadron’s hangar. Kensington Palace has stated that the visit signifies their robust relationship and mutual respect for the Armed Forces.
RAF Benson is a crucial military base that offers swift support for various global operations, reports the Express.
It houses several Squadrons including No. 22 Squadron, which conducts operational testing, evaluation, tactics, and training for all aviation in Joint Aviation Command, and No.
28 (Army Cooperation) Squadron, the Chinook operational conversion unit responsible for training aircrew before they fly on the front line. The visit coincides with the 110th anniversary of No. 22 Sqn.
This visit holds particular significance for William, who has previously trained at both RAF Shawbury and as a search and rescue pilot at RAF Valley with No. 22 Sqn, which reformed at RAF Benson in 2020.
The Crown Prince of Jordan, who completed his helicopter pilot training with the Royal Jordanian Air Force (RJAF) in 2019, currently holds the rank of Major in the Jordanian Armed Forces.
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