BENSON: Group Captain Nigel Colman has taken over as station commander and Puma and Merlin force commander at RAF Benson.

Grp Capt Colman, an experienced jet and helicopter pilot and veteran of several tours, took over the post from Grp Capt Richard Mason on Friday.

He said: “I know from past experience that the personnel of RAF Benson are exceptional and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to lead them through the next two years.”