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OC 42(TB) Sqn @ColBostrom

Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Navigator and RAF Tornado GR4 WSO.

Joined May 2018
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OC 42(TB) Sqn retweeted
Roxy@stuartroxy
6 Aug 2025
Congrats to @ColBostrom and all on parade today @RAFLossiemouth for the official return of No 42 (Torpedo Bomber) Squadron. Well done Fenners - On time. On target. Fortiter in Re!
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Today we pause to remember the 18 brave aircrew of 42(TB) Sqn who were lost 70 years ago today. Their dedication continues to inspire us today - gone but never forgotten.
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OC 42(TB) Sqn retweeted
Royal Air Force
@RoyalAirForce
20 Sep 2024
The RAF, working with @BoeingUK, @STSAviationUK and @DefenceES have achieved the first functional test flight of Wedgetail E7 from @bhx_official. Full story: ow.ly/q8bX50Ts41T
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Congratulations to all those who graduated their initial training @RAFHalton this week, it was a privilege for the Squadron to flypast.
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RT @RAFinScotland: Thanks for the fly past @ColBostrom!
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OC 42(TB) Sqn retweeted
Edinburgh Tattoo
@EdinburghTattoo
23 Aug 2024
Thanks for the fly past tonight @RoyalAirForce! Did you spot it in the skies above Edinburgh? #edintattoo #journeys
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RT @RAFinScotland: 👀 up over the skies of #Edinburgh at 9:30pm… Tonight, at the final @RoyalAirForce Salute Taker night at this years’ @E…
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It has been great to play a very small part in supporting the @rafredarrows getting to Canada for #MapleHawk24. Good luck with the tour!
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RT @RAFinScotland: During the period of the @EdinburghTattoo, the @RoyalAirForce will be providing a number of aircraft flypasts over @edin…
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OC 42(TB) Sqn retweeted
Claire Hartley@CHartleyPhotos
29 Jul 2024
So so worth the wait. It’s been a tough year for the @RAFBBMF but today was a glimmer of light. The Lancaster took to the sky for the first time this year. Well done to all of the crew and engineers on the flight….she’s back!!!
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OC 42(TB) Sqn retweeted
Royal Air Force
@RoyalAirForce
30 Apr 2024
Reserve pilots take to the skies as the Royal Auxiliary Air Force marks 100 years. 💯 ISTAR Reserves have been flying training & operational missions onboard Poseidon from @RAFLossiemouth, sharing skills & experience as ex-Regular aircrew with the next generation. #RAuxAF100
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UK Carrier Strike Group@COMUKCSG
4 Mar 2024
An awe-inspiring Arctic scene for the #SteadfastDefender24 Carrier Strike Group. Whilst continuing with @NATO exercises in the High North, our ships were treated to some incredible displays of the aurora borealis. For many onboard, a once-in-a-lifetime moment. #NorthernLights
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#OnThisDay in 1942, a 42 Sqn Beaufort on an offensive sweep was forced to ditch near the Firth of Forth. The ditch and subsequent safe rescue was signalled when one of their pidgeons ‘Winkie’ flew to its roost. Learn more here: youtube.com/watch?v=hAAUqOrA…
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OC 42(TB) Sqn retweeted
Royal Air Force
@RoyalAirForce
30 Nov 2023
The RAF Poseidon aircraft is to receive a new weapon. The UK manufactured Sting Ray torpedo is already in service with the @RoyalNavy and is being integrated onto the maritime patrol aircraft. #SecuringTheSeas More 👉 ow.ly/aeGa50QcRG5
Sting Ray torpedo with P-8 Poseidon in the background.

ALT Sting Ray torpedo with P-8 Poseidon in the background.

Sting Ray torpedo outside on a runway.

ALT Sting Ray torpedo outside on a runway.

Another shot of Sting Ray torpedo with P-8 Poseidon in the background.

ALT Another shot of Sting Ray torpedo with P-8 Poseidon in the background.

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OC 42(TB) Sqn retweeted
Royal Air Force
@RoyalAirForce
4 Nov 2023
A Poseidon MRA1 from @RAFLossiemouth and an Atlas A400M from @RAFBrizeNorton have been working together to help rescue a sailor from the Atlantic Ocean after his yacht was critically damaged in storm Ciarán.   Full story: bit.ly/3MvanKt
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OC 42(TB) Sqn retweeted
Royal Air Force
@RoyalAirForce
1 Nov 2023
42 Squadron has re-formed at @RAFLossiemouth as the combined Operational Conversion Unit to train all aircrew & engineers to operate Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft & Wedgetail airborne early warning and surveillance aircraft. #TeamLossie Read more 👉 ow.ly/YelO50Q2Zfr
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Sad to say farewell to our USN exchange officer as they completed their final flight with the Sqn last night. Their invaluable contributions have left a lasting mark on our force and we'll cherish the camaraderie we've shared!
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🎉 Happy 106th Birthday, Arthur Steel! 🎂 A 254 Sqn, which became 42 Sqn, veteran. Your legacy continues to inspire us as we embark on the Squadron’s next chapter. Read more: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cxed…
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A privilege to be onboard for 42(TB) Sqn’s first flight since reactivating. Piloted by ‘Roxy’ who also flew the Sqn’s last Nimrod flight.
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A great day out to College Hall Cranwell for the reactivation ceremony of the 42(TB) Sqn Standard.
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