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Prince William Says Flying Is His 'Happy Place' on RAF Benson Visit With Jordan's Crown Prince

Kensington Palace cast the visit as a show of strong ties with Jordanian royalty.

Overview

  • At RAF Benson in Oxfordshire, the pair assisted 28 Squadron technicians by tightening a Chinook rotorhead component with a torque wrench.
  • William confirmed to former colleagues that he continues to fly to keep his hours current.
  • He reflected on his RAF Search and Rescue service, saying he misses the "glory days" and that the Sea King’s distinctive noise goes straight to his heart.
  • Reporters said the heirs later received a private briefing at the base, with details not disclosed.
  • Both men are qualified helicopter pilots, with Crown Prince Hussein completing Royal Jordanian Air Force training in 2019.