I was there, I was a mere Corporal on the VC-10 Sim at Brize, but I missed getting picked to go on parade, I also missed getting a Medal, I cant recall anyone on the Sim who got one. But I was able to get a couple of tickets for my mum to go the full dress rehearsal on the day before the main event (I think) I know she thoroughly enjoyed it, I still have the special Silver Air Clues and Review Brochure somewhere in my loft.
I went as visitor with a couple of pals from Brize and remember being in a queue to get in starting at Bawtry and it taking forever to get out.
Highlight of the event was the Ozzie F-111 flaming in his display and the brand spanking new MRCA in the static.
What an Airforce we had in those days.