As the year draws to a close, we reflect on a season of remembrance, community, and service here at RAF Honington and in the surrounding areas of West Suffolk. As I type this foreword, I’m conscious of the many poignant moments from the last few weeks, from across the Station and with our American colleagues at Lakenheath and Mildenhall, where we have come together to honour our past, celebrate our achievements, and look forward to the promise of a new year.

It has been another very busy and demanding period for this exceptional airbase, with the Whole Force once more performing extremely well. As we reach the end of the challenging exercise period, we say goodbye for another year to our Swiss friends and prepare to take some well-earned Christmas leave. The Festive Period is a good time in which to reflect upon achievements in 2024, whilst enjoying valuable time with loved ones.

As I reflect on this remarkably busy year at RAF Wittering, I am struck by how much we have accomplished together as a Station. From infrastructure improvements to community initiatives, 2024 has been a year of significant progress and meaningful celebrations. A defining achievement this year was the completion of our main runway's extensive refurbishment project. October marked a proud moment as we officially reopened this vital asset following over a year of comprehensive works. The project showcased outstanding collaboration while maintaining operational capability for 6 FTS throughout the construction period.