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Prince William flies helicopter as Army Air Corps’ new colonel-in-chief
King Charles has handed over a prestigious role with the Army Air Corps to his son, the Prince of Wales.
The King became colonel-in-chief of the Army Air Corps 32 years ago – and now he has been succeeded by his eldest son.
Following the symbolic handover from his father, Prince William changed into military fatigues and flew an Apache helicopter from the airbase.
He was formerly an RAF search and rescue pilot, spending three years at RAF Valley in Anglesey.
“The great thing is he’s a very good pilot indeed,” said the King at the ceremony in Middle Wallop, Hampshire.