Handing over command at RNAS Yeovilton

COMMODORE Paul Chivers is handing over Command of Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton.

During his 18-month tenure he has managed and overseen numerous tasks; including support to worldwide operations and events such as the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, the Olympics and two hugely successful Military Air Days. He has also played a key role in bringing the Wildcat Helicopter into service.

Commodore Chivers said: “I feel hugely privileged to have had the opportunity to return to the Fleet Air Arm as the Commanding Officer.''

PHOTO: Base Warrant Officer Gary Smart and Commodore Paul Chivers.

''I have enjoyed the diversity here on the Station including Naval Air Squadron frontline support to Afghanistan and ships deployed around the globe, the Royal Navy Schools of Fighter and Aircraft Control and the arrival of the Wildcat Helicopter for the Royal Navy and Army.

''The personnel at RNAS Yeovilton are highly skilled and motivated and it has been a pleasure working with them to maintain the Air Stations reputation at the forefront of Naval Aviation.”

Commodore Chivers leaves RNAS Yeovilton to take up a position with the Military Aviation Authority (MAA) in Bristol, providing the regulatory framework for all aspects of military aviation.

Commodore Jock Alexander  assumed Command of RNAS Yeovilton on Tuesday, December 4.

PHOTO: Commodore Paul Chivers leaving Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton.

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