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On 10 October, 600 (City of London) Squadron, 3 Royal Auxiliary Air Force, marked its centenary with an elegant All Ranks Centenary Dinner at Butchers’ Hall. The event brought together squadron members, veterans, and guests to celebrate 100 years of service and camaraderie.

Wing Commander Steve Fry KVRM RD VR DL AFNI welcomed attendees, highlighting the squadron’s formation on 14 October 1925 in response to the vision of the then Chief of Air Staff, later Marshal of the Royal Air Force, The Viscount Trenchard. He noted how the squadron was founded to allow civilians to serve their country in flying squadrons alongside their everyday lives—a tradition of citizen service that continues to this day.

The evening was honoured by the presence of the Commandant General of the Royal Auxiliary Air Force and Director Reserves Auxiliary, who joined in the celebrations. Guests enjoyed a superb evening with fine food, excellent wines, and the company of friends and colleagues, reflecting on the squadron’s proud history and enduring contribution to the Royal Auxiliary Air Force. The dinner provided a fitting celebration of a century of dedication, teamwork, and aviation excellence.