Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Mike Wigston would like to say thank you to Royal Air Force regulars, reserves and civil servants for "keeping your eyes on the mission and getting it done in an extraordinary year - always there and always ready." | Royal Air Force

Today, Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Hillier stepped down as Chief of the Air Staff, after three years in command of the Royal Air Force and a total of 39 years distinguished service. In a ceremony before RAF College Hall, Air Chief Marshal Hillier handed the command of 35,000 Regular and Reserve personnel and 5,000 Civil Servants, and responsibility for the safe and effective operation of the Service’s manned and unmanned aircraft, to Air Chief Marshal Mike Wigston. Air Chief Marshal Wigston wi

Today, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Mike Wigston, recorded a video message thanking the Royal Air Force for their hard work in these difficult times, and for the support of their families and loved ones. He also expresses his pride in the Royal Air Force's support to the Nation at times like this. | Royal Air Force