Prince William's 'fond memories' on return to RAF air base
Prince William returned to RAF Valley in Anglesey to mark the base's 85th anniversary, sharing fond memories of his time there as a search and rescue pilot from 2010 to 2013. He praised the camaraderie and expressed how much he missed the role, while engaging with trainees and former colleagues. The Prince of Wales, who lived in Anglesey with the Princess of Wales during their early marriage, also presented an award and discussed women's experiences in the military. He emphasized the importance of evolving the armed forces to better support female service members.
- ▪Prince William served as an RAF search and rescue pilot at the Holyhead base from 2010 to 2013.
- ▪He visited RAF Valley to commemorate its 85th anniversary and spoke with trainees and former colleagues.
- ▪William described his time at the base as 'great fun' and said he misses the job and camaraderie.
- ▪He presented the Prince of Wales Award for the best qualified flying instructor during the visit.
- ▪The Prince discussed challenges facing women in the military and said some issues had left him 'not particularly happy.'
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Prince William's 'fond memories' on return to RAF air base38 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleDanielle HerbertBBC WalesPA MediaPrince William was an RAF search and rescue pilot at the Holyhead base from 2010 to 2013The Prince of Wales has spoken of "fond memories" of his former air base as he returned to mark its 85th anniversary.William, who wore RAF military pattern camouflage uniform, told trainees at RAF Valley in Anglesey that he "loved" his time there, during a visit on Tuesday.He was an RAF search and rescue pilot at the Holyhead base from 2010 to 2013, when he and the Princess of Wales - who mark their 15th wedding anniversary on Wednesday - lived together in Anglesey as newlyweds."I loved my time up here. It was great fun… I do miss it.
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