RAF Odiham

16/06/2026

18(B) Sqn marks the beginning of a new chapter as Wg Cdr Berry hands over command to Wg Cdr Wight-Boycott.

We welcome the new Officer Commanding 18(B) Sqn and look forward to the energy, leadership and direction he will bring to the role as the Squadron continues to deliver on operations, training and holding readiness to deploy.

Additionally, we thank Wg Cdr Berry for his contribution to the Squadron during his tenure and wish him all the best for life outside the Royal Air Force.

16/06/2026

Celebrating our community at RAF Odiham 👏

We were honoured to welcome the Lord Lieutenant, local council representatives, businesses and partners to RAF Odiham, where the inOdiham committee were presented with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service.

This well-deserved recognition highlights the outstanding contribution of the volunteers who support the village high street and strengthen the connection between RAF Odiham and our local community.

Congratulations to everyone involved—your dedication makes a real difference.

15/06/2026

13/06/2026

King's Birthday Flypast 🇬🇧✈️

Today our RAF Photographers captured some unforgettable moments- here are a few early sneak peaks... more to come next week!

13/06/2026

Looking good, London 🇬🇧

13/06/2026

Guess where we're going today... 👑🎂🚁

13/06/2026

The 2026 King's Birthday Honours have been announced as part of King Charles III’s official birthday celebrations.

Among those honoured this year are personnel from RAF Odiham, whose professionalism, commitment, and contribution to Defence have been recognised at the highest level. From leadership and operational excellence to outstanding service in support of the Armed Forces and wider community, these honours reflect the remarkable people who serve at RAF Odiham.

We are proud to celebrate their achievements and congratulate all recipients on this well-deserved recognition.

🎖 OBE
Wing Commander (now Group Captain) J. Brooks (formerly RAF Odiham)

🎖 MBE
Flight Lieutenant P. Medford
Flight Lieutenant J. D. Hobkirk (formerly RAF Odiham)

🎖 Meritorious Service Medal
Master Aircrew (now Flight Lieutenant) P.T. Williams (formerly RAF Odiham)
Master Aircrew S.A. Davy

🎖 Comd JAC Commendation
Flight Lieutenant E.L. Dyer (formerly RAF Odiham)
Flight Lieutenant T. Dymott
Flight Lieutenant A. Eveson
Flight Lieutenant T. Smith
Cpl G. Jones

🎖 Comd JAC Team Commendation
Chinook Bubble Window Recovery Team
Survival Equipment Flight
2025 Chinook Force Role Demonstration Team

11/06/2026

⏪ Throwback Thursday: Close to the Kososvo border, paratroopers wait to embark onto the Chinook that will carry them over the border. Macedonia, 11 June 1999