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7th Aug 2018, 00:16

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Cliff Middleton

Sad to report that Cliff - ex Hunters, Harriers. Brittannias (after his near fatal crash in a Harrier) and BizJets galore has passed away recently.
RIP my old mate.
Finest example of a true Officer, gentleman and Fighter pilot.

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7th Aug 2018, 07:06

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Very sorry indeed to hear that. A good old mate and I have very fond memories of times spent with him.

8th Aug 2018, 07:08

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A sad loss. A great guy, both professionally and socially. In distant bachelor days, a great party man, with the ability to look seriously hungover when totally sober. Deepest sympathy to his family.

Does anyone have funeral details?

RIP, Cliff

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8th Aug 2018, 08:30

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Cliff Middleton - Puma's mid to late 70's, 230 Sqn? Also known as Luigi?

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8th Aug 2018, 10:40

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The very same…….

I'll let you know funeral arrangements later.

8th Aug 2018, 14:49

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Thanks Arfur. A few people interested in knowing down here.

8th Aug 2018, 18:06

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RIP mate. Good times, especially in Aden and at Chivenor, and in various Messes thereafter. Great aviator, full of mischievous fun, and a true friend.

9th Aug 2018, 07:20

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kenparry, we have also on occasion seen him look totally sober when legless, although that was a trick that he hadn’t perfected for every occasion!!

9th Aug 2018, 12:57

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Wholigan:

how true!

9th Aug 2018, 19:56

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Funeral is 16th August @ 12 Noon.
Clandon Wood,
Natural Burial Ground,
Epsom Rd
West Clandon
Guildford
GU4 7FN (use GU4 7TT)
Afterwards (oh Yes!!) Queens Head
The Street
E Clandon
GU4 7RY
Let Sandy know on [email protected]

9th Aug 2018, 19:58

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Burial ground is uneven so flat shoes for ladies recommended. If you need a motorised buggy, let Sandy know. See you there - let's give him a bloody fine send off!!

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Thanks Arfur. I'll pass it on.

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Very sorry to hear the news; I worked in Flight Ops at Falcon Jet Centre (FJC), Heathrow and knew Cliff there. A very reliable pilot, very good with the pax and the other crew members; one of the old school you might say. RIP Cliff; not doubt up there now chatting to Olly Oliver and Bob Frith!