I'd like to thank former WO2, now Captain Mick Pendry at the School of Army Aviation for helping generations of students get through the Army Pilot Course. Considering he is a moderately hairy/ugly ex Royal Marine he has a heart of gold and is a gifted instructor to boot(!)
He saved me from myself in the last few weeks of my course when I was on the verge of failure having completely lost all confidence. His patience and good humour were remarkable. He could see that I had some potential and fifteen years later I've proved it to him by becoming an Above Average instructor myself. I try to emulate him in everything I do.
I've seen him work the same miracle on several other students. The Army Air Corps is lucky to have this particular Royal Marine in our midst.
Thank you Mick.