First flight in an Auster 5 from Shoreham around Worthing pier and back 1965. First air experience with ATC in a Wessex, RAF Odiham 1966. First touch of the controls in a Chipmunk at White Waltham 1966.
Gliding proficiency with 615 GS at RAF Kenley 1970 first solo in Mk3 XA301 in July.
The ATC gave me a wonderful introduction to RAF life, impressing me to such a degree that I joined the Fleet Air Arm instead!
Last landing at Lasham gliding club in a 737 at the demise of BMI Baby. Happy days all.