Squadron Leader Al Luckins
Sqn Ldr Al Luckins joined the RAF in 2004 , having graduated from Durham University . On completion of fast jet flying training , in 2009 he joined 1 ( F ) Sqn flying the Harrier GR9 from RAF Cottesmore , conducting flying operations from both land and aboard HMS Ark Royal .
After the Harrier disbandment , he was posted to IV ( R ) Sqn at RAF Valley to begin instructional duties on the Hawk T2 . Finishing the tour as an A2 instructor , Al then joined the Typhoon and 3 ( F ) Sqn in 2015 . After a full tour with 3 ( F ), and a brief ground appointment , Al served as a Flight Commander on II ( AC ) Sqn at RAF Lossiemouth and is now flying Typhoon on 41 Sqn . During his frontline duties he has deployed on numerous occasions , participated in multiple overseas and UK Exercises and deployed in support of NATO in eastern Europe .
Born and raised in Edinburgh , Al now lives in Lincolnshire with his family , but indulges himself whenever he can in outdoor activities north of the border .