Mark joined the Royal Air Force in May 1980. After basic training at Swinderby it was Mount Batten for MBC training. On completion of his MBC course he was posted to 1100 MCU Alness. In March 1982 sunnier climates beckoned with a posting to 1102 MCU Gibraltar. Back to UK in 1985 and 1113 MCU Holyhead. On closure of the branch remustered to RAF Police. Postings included RAF Benson, Waddington, Ramstein and a tour in Afghanistan. Demobed 2002. Started work for the Newark & Sherwood District Council. Joined the Auxiliary Royal Air Force 2002 to 2007 and another tour in Afghanistan.
Passed away 12th May 2012 Age 48.
The Air Sea Rescue & Marine Craft Section Club 