http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/ RAF Armourers en-us Mon, 14 Jun 2010 08:46:01 GMT 1440 CPG-Nuke Dragonfly RAF Armourers News http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/rss/rss.html http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/images/logo.gif http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/ http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=41 Andy was tragically killed in a road traffic accident on 2nd June 2010. He joined the RAF in 1982 and his first posting was to the Jaguar OCU at Lossiemouth. He went from there to TWCU at honington before getting his *****rs course and was then posted to the armoury at Leuchars. He le...ft the RAF to join British Aerospace where he spent time in Saudi Arabia. After leaving Saudi he settled in Warton Lancashire where he had several jobs before training as a paramedic, a position he held for 6 years until his un-timely death last week. His funeral will be on Friday 18th June 2010. If you require funeral arrangements please contact me through this site Mon, 14 Jun 2010 08:46:01 GMT http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=40 hiya, my name is scott cumming i'm teaching at the school at cosford, as you might have seen post about my good friend dave jones who was killed in cyprus in a rta, http://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/2010/01/13/north-wales-airman-killed-in-road-crash-in-cyprus-55578-25587303/ i've been asked by my ex collegues at akrotiri to have a notice on your front page and the facebook group. If it is okay i'll carry on, dave joined in 1990, he is ex jags, ex 20 sqn harrier, then 5 years at cosford, and was sunning it up at akrotiri, before searching for his last tour. i have found out from my old shift in cyprus that he is being repatriated this saturday. sorry for a sloppy post, i'm not taking the news well. i can be contacted 01978757830 or wsts cosford x4014 ( or Af/s smith or c/t lamb) or scottcakrotri@hotmail.com. i would be greatful for any help at all, i'm in a bit of a spin. many thanks Cpl scott cumming i'm sorry to pass on another of god chosen few has left us? Mon, 18 Jan 2010 21:00:58 GMT http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=39 Sadly, Jim Derrick passed away, suddenly, over the xmas period. For those wishing to pay respects there will be a service for him at 1100 hrs on 15 Jan 10 at Peterborough Crematorium. Afterwards there will be refreshments at the Red Lion public house. His wife, Di, has expressed a wish for donations to go to the British Heart Foundation via the funeral directors on the day. Should anyone require further information the following can be contacted: Martin Lowe - RAF Wyton ext 5206 Trev Flay - RAF Wyton ext 5227 Steve Worrall - RAF Wyton ext 5205 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 21:00:10 GMT http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=38 It is with the greatest sadness I write to tell you all that our good mate Terry 'Budgie' Burgess has lost his battle against Cancer and died at 1930 on 5 Nov 09. Budgie you will be missed by us all, it was a pleasure to have known you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Julie and the rest of their family. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:20:38 GMT http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=37 Calling all Gladiator Flight brats. A reunion of 216th Halton Apprentices will be taking place during the weekend of Fri 30th October - Sun 1st November. So far, no armourers have enrolled. For more information visit www.216rafhalton.webeden.co.uk Sun, 13 Sep 2009 11:01:24 GMT http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=36 Lowe Syndrome Coast to Coast Cycle Ride 30th August - 1st September 2009 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hello I am Cpl 'Jase' Harwood from TMSF at RAF Marham. Way back in June 2007 my wife gave birth to our adorable son Benjamin. Within 2 hours of being born it was discovered that Benjamin had bi-lateral cataracts it wasn't until the next day that it became apparent that he possibly had Lowe Syndrome. Lowe Syndrome is also known as OCRL (Oculo-Cerebro-Renal) syndrome. The syndrome is caused by a DNA mutation - a single defective gene on the X-chromosome - that results in the lack of an enzyme. The syndrome is caused by a DNA mutation - a single defective gene on the X-chromosome - that results in the lack of an enzyme. The mutation can occur without any family history (a spontaneous mutation) or may be inherited through the mother. Babies are born with bi-lateral cataracts, hypotomia (muscle weakness), kidney problems (wasting of essential nutrients) impaired growth, intellectual impairment and later may suffer brittle bones, arthritis, rickets, epilepsy (seizures) and behavior problems (autistic spectrum disorder). Many also have cysts and dental problems. He had his cataracts removed at 8&9 weeks old but it wasn't until November 2007 that we finally got the confirmation that he had the Syndrome. Benjamin now has a peg into his stomach for feeding (lowes children struggle to thrive). On top of these problems he also has problems with his kidneys which means that he has supplements in his food everyday. Benjamin is a happy little boy but due to having Lowe Syndrome he will probably not live into his 30's and may always need constant care (which his dedicated mum provides everyday). He has learning difficulties which coupled with low muscle tone means that the development of his mobility is delayed meaning he may never walk or it will take longer than most children. This is just a little background about my own son but to help all the sufferers of Lowe Syndrome myself and a friend (Adam Fitzsimmons) are planning to cycle the width of the country, starting at holyhead ferry terminal (wales) and finishing at cromer pier (Norfolk). We plan to take only 3 days averaging approximately 100 miles a day. The dates for this event will be from 30th August - 1st September 2009. Donations would be gratefully received and can be made at www.justgiving.com/jasonharwood. They would go towards funding research that can help to extend the lives of these cheerful, loveable and friendly children. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 21:17:02 GMT http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=35 To help all the sufferers of Lowe Syndrome myself and a friend (Adam Fitzsimmons) are planning to cycle the width of the country, starting at holyhead ferry terminal (wales) and finishing at cromer pier (Norfolk). We plan to take only 3 days averaging approximately 100 miles a day. The dates for this event will be from 30th August - 1st September 2009. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 21:14:49 GMT http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=34 It is with saddened heart that one of the biggest characters in the armament fraternity has passed away recently no other details are known as yet,RIP micky!!! Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:28:12 GMT http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=33 It is with a heavy heart that I have to report the passing of Simo. Ex of Wittering, Guttersloh, Brawdy, Bruggen and Kinloss. After battling serious Akylosing Spondylitis and 4 years of Renal Colic he passed away in the early hours of the 18th of September, aged just 43. Simos cremation will take place on Wednesday 1st October at Worle crematorium, Weston-Super-Mare, at 2PM. Tue, 23 Sep 2008 10:35:45 GMT http://www.bombheadsworld.co.uk/index.php?name=News&file=article&sid=32 A funeral service for Chris (Ronnie) Sell, will take place on Wed 27 Aug 08 at St George's Chapel, RAF Wyton at 1130hrs followed by a crematorium service (family and close friends only) at 1245. The wake will be held at the Masonic Hall, Chequer Square, Bury St Edmonds, IP44 1QZ. All former friends and colleagues are invited to attend the funeral service and the wake. Dress for Service Personnel attending is No1 SD with medals. Officers and WOs are to wear brown gloves with black armbands. In accordance with the family's wishes there are to be no floral tributes. However, donations can be made and will be divided equally between Macmillan Nurses, SSAFA and RAFA. Cheques should be made payable to Service Funds RAF Brampton/Wyton and sent to OC PSF RAF Wyton. POC is the Visiting Officer Sqn Ldr Graham Grice, RAF Wyton 95371 5252. Thu, 21 Aug 2008 19:32:18 GMT