Good News For Trainee Pilots As Brand New Runway Is Revealed

Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon has unveiled a newly restored runway at RAF Valley in Anglesey, Wales.

The station is currently used for advanced fast jet pilot training, and it has now been restored to support Tornados and Typhoons, whilst previously it could only take the smaller Hawk aircraft.

A £20 million contract was awarded to refurbish the ageing runway, and the work will extend the life of the runway by at least 25 years.

 Sir Michael said:

“This famous runway has been an integral part of the careers of generations of fast-jet pilots who have seen action across the world and are currently leading RAF strikes against Daesh.”

The station is also home to helicopter flying training where aircrew learn the skills required for mountains and maritime flying, whilst the Mountain Rescue Service is also based at RAF Valley.

All new UK fighter pilots pass through RAF Valley before they reach their frontline Squadron.

A newly-refurbished hangar at RAF Valley will also house three new Jupiter helicopters which will be used to train pilots from all three Services.