Recorded interview with Squadron Leader Tim Andrews, 14 July 2021

Interview with Tim Andrews, who served as an RAF Chinook helicopter pilot during operations in Afghanistan and Mali. He explains the importance of the Chinook to operations in those countries.

Tim Andrews outlines his current role as second in command of 18 Squadron, having previously commanded the squadron’s B Flight. He describes his day-to-day focus on squadron administration and planning, with flying as a secondary role. He describes his experience of flying the Chinook in Afghanistan and the importance of the Chinook to operations there, particularly in casualty evacuation. He also comments on his experience of Chinook operations in Mali.