I had the misfortune to be promoted to squadron leader and remain on the same station, which was probably then the most visited operational station in the service. VIP's galore came to view our boys saving the world. Luncheon was the full works including pre dinner drinks and wine with the meal. As the most junior of the (senior) officers, and being a Vulcan pilot (goodness me) I was frequently nominated to host our visitors. I never drank at lunchtime in the vain hope that I might get a trip in the afternoon.(I was a type QFI). The bill for these functions was shared amongst the officers hosting the event. The increase in my pay (or is it my salary!) was more than taken up by my increased mess bill.