Last 3 flights over 2 days were checking out from the OCU a very talented and personable new pilot (often wondered how his RAF career progressed...) and being greatly satisfied to launch him on his operational life.
Spent 5.15 hrs day and night,inc his IRT, between 5'agl (tac in LFA1) and 10,000 ft (demo of free-fall para drop and zero speed auto to dz), sight seeing along the helilanes, hauling usls - thoroughly enjoying myself and I believe Graham did also.
Culminated in a very,very low level high angle of bank break in front of the tower which left me somewhat concerned that personal desires had overcome my professional responsibilities - it's never to late to learn when it comes to aviation.
So, a memorable conclusion to my military flying and the Wessex remains my favourite aircraft.
Aaaaahhhh.....