Raffle winners fly Navy simulator and tour unit
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Four members of the public had the chance to experience what it’s like to be a Navy pilot, thanks to 723 Squadron and a Variety charity raffle.
CAPTION: Lieutenant Cody Sinclair instructs Roger Campbell, a winner of the Variety flight simulator experience at 723 Squadron HMAS Albatross. Photo by Petty Officer Kayla Jackson.
Paula Jeff was one of those who won a flight simulator experience at an event for Variety, the charity dedicated to supporting children and families facing illnesses, disadvantage or living with a disability.
On arrival at the 723 Squadron, Paula, her husband Roger, and friends Colin and Heather were given a short tour of the facility.
They were able to see how 723 Squadron works, meet members of the unit and gain a greater understanding of what it takes to be Navy aircrew.
![Lieutenant Jack Breckmann briefs winners of the Variety flight simulator experience, Paula Jeff and Heather Fripp, on the EC-135 helicopter during a tour of 723 Squadron, HMAS Albatross. Photo by Petty Officer Kayla Jackson.](https://www.contactairlandandsea.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/variety_helo_sim2-300x167.jpg)
The highlight of the visit was the flight simulator experience, which lasted more than an hour.
Paula got to take control of a virtual helicopter and experience the thrill of flying.
Lieutenant Jack Breckenridge, the Navy Aviation Warfare Officer who hosted the day, explained the controls and answered questions.
“I never thought I would have the chance to do something like this,” Paula said.
“It was an amazing opportunity to learn about the Navy and experience what it’s like to be a pilot.
“I’m so grateful to 723 Squadron for providing this opportunity and for all of the work they do to engage with the community.”
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