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RAF Leeming Base Visit

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On 19th March 2015, FoDTVA visited RAF Leeming for a base tour. The tour began with a visit to the Historic Training Facility where a video presentation was enjoyed by all followed by a look around the room itself, from here we went on to the sad, but very interesting Tornado "reduce to produce" facility operated by BAe Systems, then ending the visit with 100 Squadron where ...
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Visit to Linton-on-Ouse

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Members of Friends of Durham Tees Valley Airport attended a visit to RAF Linton-on-Ouse on Wednesday 23 September 2015. The visit allowed time to explore the base and learn about its history and current day-to-day operations. We also got chance to inspect one of their based Short Tucano aircraft at close quarters, and even sit inside to have our photos taken. It was a gre...
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FoDTVA at Leeming Families Day

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Friends of Durham Tees Valley were honoured to attend the RAF Leeming Families Day last weekend. We set up a tent to provide information, leaflets and promotional items about Durham Tees Valley Airport. Lots of people came to see us and we had a great time talking to you all, and the feedback we got was fantastic. Here are some pictures from the day, including when our...
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FoDTVA assists 2015 Lourdes flights

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Durham Tees Valley Airport handled two chartered flights to Lourdes in France as part of an annual pilgrimage organised by the local Catholic diocese on Friday 22nd May. As with previous years, FoDTVA provided volunteers to assist airport staff in processing the passengers booked on these flights, from welcoming at the door, to helping move through airport security and board...
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