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Friday, May 1, 2026 Edition No.1631
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Win!
Taking the flak: Beaufighter boys
Boxing
Sgt aiming to turn pro ● See p23
Six Nations Cokayne is off to a flyer
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Recruits bonanza
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Gridiron
Mustangs reclaim IS
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Staff Reporter Halton
AIR CHIEFS have hailed a new era of recruitment as a record number of RAF Rookies hit the parade ground to begin their training at Halton. A total of 145 recruits started their basic training last month, reversing the fall following the Covid pandemic as Aviator Training Academy chiefs recorded their highest head count for decades. Those on the record-breaking Pearson Intake will now begin 10 weeks of intensive drills as they take their first steps in the Service. ● Continues p2