Personally, I don't think one can glean much, if anything, from how many medals someone has. Both OCs have richly deserved their appointments for being exceptional in their careers so far and I offer my warm congratulations to them.
Wg Cdr Elliott has a pedigree as an A/G QWI on the Jaguar and successfully converted to the Typhoon, where he was a lead individual in the development of its swing-role capability.
Equally, Wg Cdr Thomas has never failed to impress with her determination and skill, both in and out of the cockpit.
These appointments are very good news for UK Defence, the RAF and for those they are about to command and I wish them both luck as I know the next two years will go quickly.
